Climate Program Associate

The Climate Program Associate will track the greenhouse gas emission and climate-risk reporting of major meat and dairy companies, using public, corporate and government data. You will analyze company claims about greenhouse gas emissions, the targets they set and the strategies they propose to achieve those targets.  As part of IATP's climate team working for a just transition for farmers and rural communities, you will contribute to holding polluting agribusiness corporations accountable through research that supports advocacy in the U.S., the EU and internationally. The work builds on our series of reports entitled “Emissions Impossible.”  

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and report on corporate documents and governmental filings in the U.S., Europe and California related to the climate targets and strategies of the meat and dairy industry
• Work with IATP staff and partners to track and advocate for strong regulatory rulemaking requiring corporate climate disclosure, specifically in the U.S. and EU.
• Work closely with IATP’s external partners in the U.S. and Europe who are also tracking aspects of corporate climate-related disclosure
• Publish accessible reports and articles, related to different aspects of this research
• Collaborate with IATP’s communications team to publicize the work using a variety of communications tools

Preferred Qualities and Qualifications:

• Committed to IATP’s mission and values
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience working on climate and food issues, within coalitions or networks, and on policy or campaigns
• Minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two years of research and writing experience
• Excellent writing, oral and interpersonal communications skills
• Proven ability to analyze complex corporate, governmental and agricultural documents and data
• Background or experience in food systems, climate advocacy or related areas is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of corporate power and influence
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  
  Please combine your resume, cover letter and two samples of your work into a single PDF and submit to [email protected]. Option to include a video or audio sample. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after June 10. No phone calls, please