Description

Who We Are: 

Friends of the Earth is a hard-hitting, progressive, environmental organization that pulls no punches and speaks sometimes uncomfortable truth to power. It’s an approach that has worked for four decades to produce important victories that help protect our planet and its people. We’re part of Friends of the Earth International, a federation of groups working in more than 70 countries on today’s most urgent environmental and social issues. 

To accomplish our mission, Friends of the Earth is working at the nexus of environmental protection, economic policy and social justice to fundamentally transform the way our country and the world value people and the environment.  

Friends of the Earth’s Economic Policy Program works to create a more environmentally sustainable and socially just economy by transforming the rules, incentives, and practices of the financial, economic and political system.  

Position Summary:  

Friends of the Earth US seeks a creative and capable campaigner to strengthen the environmental and social policies of major public and private financial institutions. The campaigner will contribute to analyzing bank ESG policies, supporting advocacy for communities affected by bank-financed projects, drafting campaign materials, coordinating coalition meetings and working groups, and engaging diverse partners, including Indigenous Peoples, communities in the Global South, NGOs, financial institutions, and government representatives.

The ideal candidate brings strong writing and analytical skills and will assess bank policies, identify gaps and weaknesses, and develop persuasive recommendations aligned with international climate and biodiversity goals. The campaigner will also conduct research on project impacts, prepare advocacy and policy materials, and build relationships with affected communities. This role works collaboratively with the Senior Manager to advance accountability across the financial sector and support advocacy efforts grounded in environmental justice and community needs.

The annual salary range for this full-time remote position is $63,000-$70,000. This position is part of the Nonprofit Professional employees Union (NPEU) at Friends of the Earth. Offers are determined based on the relevant skills and experience required for the position.

Essential Functions:  

• Create and draft compelling, high quality written campaign materials under quick turnaround times, ranging from comment letters, policy briefings, advocacy reports, and other advocacy materials – 35%
• Research, review, and conduct analysis on relevant ESG policies and/or materials from selected financial institutions – 25%
• Organize coalition meetings, facilitate conversations, and foster a collaborative environment that encourages  engagement  shared ownership – 15%
• Navigate dynamic, complex cross-cultural spaces in advancing advocacy work with local partners in a respectful, constructive manner – 15%
• Build trust and maintain strong relationships with local communities, allied organizations, corporate actors, government representatives, and other internal and external stakeholders – 10%  

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Environmental Studies, Economics or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in policy and advocacy writing,  research and analysis of policies
• Ability to  write clearly and effectively across formats such as  reports, blogs, fact sheets.  
• Strong verbal communication experience, including  public speaking  or advocacy with decisionmakers
• Experience building trust and working with cross-cultural coalitions   beyond the traditional environmental community
• Effective time management and ability to adapt  to evolving needs 
• Interpersonal skills that support collaboration and relationship building
• Written and/or oral language abilities

Preferred Qualifications: 

•  Ability to analyze and translate technical, scientific, or  expert materials for  advocacy purposes 
• Knowledge or experience in international development, sustainable finance, or biodiversity
•  Commitment to social and environmental justice
• Experience collaborating  with coalitions and across diverse partners
• Written and/or oral language abilities in Spanish, French, or Mandarin

Perks and Benefits:

We’re proud to be a generous, people-first employer that invests in your growth and well-being. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally:

• 37.5-hour work week to support work-life balance
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage (80% for eligible dependents)
• Disability and life insurance for added security
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, including:25 vacation days to start
• 15 paid holidays
• 20 sick days
• 3 floating holidays
• Summer Fridays (the last two Fridays in July and all Fridays in August)
• Winter break (office closed between Christmas and New Year’s)
• Parental leave, sabbatical options, and more
• Professional development and IT stipend
• Education reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Friends of the Earth is an equal opportunity employer who encourages applications from women, people of color and other members of underrepresented groups who will contribute to the diversity of its staff. In compliance with federal law, all people hired will be required to verify identity and complete eligibility verification upon hire.