Sustainable Finance Campaigner

Friends of the Earth•Washington, DC

4d•$63,000 - $70,000•Remote

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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%

Benefits

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)