Policy Lead (Zielony Konserwatyzm)

Our Common Home•Capon Bridge, WV

6d•PLN 13,000 - PLN 16,000•Remote

About The Position

Fundacja Polska z Natury is a non-profit organisation dedicated to initiating and delivering projects that increase public awareness of nature conservation and environmental issues. The Foundation is part of the Our Common Home international network, which works to strengthen local communities and develop environmental solutions rooted in a community-based approach. Our work is based on the belief that economic development can—and should—go hand in hand with environmental stewardship, strong local communities, and responsibility towards future generations. We focus on working with residents of small towns and rural areas, particularly in eastern and southern Poland. By building on their experiences, daily realities, and values, we engage communities from the ground up and help create meaningful influence on public decision-making. We are looking for a Policy Lead to establish and develop the Policy Hub—a collaborative platform within the Poland from Nature ecosystem that brings together think tanks, research institutes, expert organisations, and independent specialists. The Policy Hub will build strategic partnerships, coordinate collaboration, and translate expert knowledge and insights gained through community engagement into practical public policy proposals that address Poland's most pressing challenges. The Policy Lead will work closely with the Director of Strategy and Narrative, reporting directly to them, and will collaborate with the emerging Media Hub to ensure strong alignment between policy development, communications, and campaigns across the Poland from Nature ecosystem.

Requirements

Experience in public policy, public affairs, public administration, think tanks, or expert organisations.
Experience leading multi-stakeholder projects and building strategic partnerships and coalitions.
Experience working with the legislative process in Poland and/or the European Union.
A university degree in a relevant field, such as law, political science, public administration, economics, international relations, European studies, or a related discipline.
Native or fluent Polish and excellent English (minimum C1), enabling effective collaboration with international partners and work with complex policy documents.
The ability to translate research and analysis into practical recommendations and actionable policy proposals.
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust across diverse audiences.
The ability to work at the intersection of public policy, strategy, and communications.
A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and a strong focus on delivering results.

Nice To Haves

Experience in one or more of the following policy areas would be an advantage: Energy, Agriculture, Environment, Public health, European policy

Responsibilities

Build and develop a strategic network of Policy Hub partners, including think tanks, research institutes, expert organisations, and independent specialists.
Identify and engage partners with both deep expertise and the capacity to influence public decision-making.
Coordinate the development of public policy proposals across key thematic areas.
Translate research, analysis, and lessons from community-based initiatives into practical recommendations for policymakers.
Ensure alignment between Policy Hub activities and wider campaigns delivered across the Poland from Nature ecosystem.
Collaborate with Media Hub colleagues to develop compelling narratives, messaging, and communications around policy proposals.
Support partner organisations through strategic coordination, capacity building, and advocacy planning.
Identify capability gaps within the ecosystem and help establish new organisations or initiatives where needed.
Build lasting coalitions between expert organisations, opinion leaders, and decision-makers.

Benefits

The opportunity to build the Policy Hub from the ground up and shape its long-term direction.
Meaningful work with a team of committed colleagues who celebrate achievements and enjoy working together.
A supportive organisational culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and shared success.
An ambitious, Agile working environment with significant autonomy.
Strong opportunities for professional growth and development.
Flexible remote working, with regular meetings in Warsaw as required for collaboration with partners and the team.
Competitive salary depending on experience and the type of contract.
A comprehensive onboarding programme introducing you to the organisation, its partners, and ongoing projects.
The opportunity to collaborate with a broad network of Polish and international experts, think tanks, and partner organisations.
A unique role at the intersection of strategy, public policy, and communications within a fast-growing mission-driven ecosystem.