Date Posted:
May 29, 2026
Position Title:
Senior Policy Advisor, U.S. Climate Alliance
Office/Company:
United Nations Foundation
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-07343
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$110,000 to $120,000
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Senior Policy Advisor to support governors’ offices in the advancement of policy solutions in the electricity sector.Provide policy guidance to states and track relevant policy developments, lead and develop multistate working group(s), initiatives, and convenings, generate policy option papers, resource guides, letters, communications materials, and other major Alliance deliverables.Bachelor’s degree with substantial work experience in climate, energy, and/or environment policy. Preference may be given to candidates with a master’s degree.
Responsibilities:
• Support Alliance members in the development, adoption, and implementation of state-level policies and programs related to the electricity sector, identifying opportunities to raise ambition where possible
• Provide Alliance states with expert guidance, tools, and resources to act on emerging policy opportunities and demonstrate political and sectoral leadership
• Contribute to the Alliance’s policy tracking efforts by conducting research, actively monitoring relevant updates at the state and federal levels, and supporting regular updates to the Alliance’s Policy Database
Qualifications:
• 7–10 years of professional experience in related policy areas. Extensive experience working with governments required; direct experience working in, with, or around state-level government strongly preferred
• Commitment to advancing policy solutions in the U.S. that address climate change, reduce pollution, and increase resilience to climate impacts
• Demonstrated aptitude for conducting research and analysis, developing presentations and briefing memos, and presenting to senior leaders
Instructions:
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The U.S. Climate Alliance is an equal opportunity employer.
