Senior Director, Clean Energy and Climate Diplomacy

Ocean Conservancy - Washington, DC

Hiring: Senior Director, Clean Energy and Climate Diplomacy Company: Ocean Conservancy Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:45:01 Employment Type: Full-time / Remote About the job Experience: •10 years of professional experience in climate and clean energy policy, including demonstrated experience in both policy development and implementation. Required Skills: •Interface directly with Vice President for Climate to develop and lead the implementation of the institution’s clean ocean energy and climate mitigation strategies and policy priorities, including establishing goals, desired outcomes and metrics to measure conservation impact. •Provide strategic guidance on ocean-related clean energy and climate issues, including developing new policy ideas to advance Ocean Conservancy’s climate strategy and briefing Senior Leadership on relevant matters. •Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of approximately four staff members, while fostering a positive culture focused on excellence, innovation, collaboration and growth. •Collaborate across departments and programs to ensure alignment and integration of climate and clean energy initiatives throughout the institution. •Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international stakeholders, including policymakers, NGOs, industry representatives and partner organizations. •Represent the institution confidently and effectively at public forums, conferences, coalition meetings and government engagements, including conceptualizing and managing relevant events. •Monitor and remain up to date on analytical approaches, climate analysis and clean energy data to inform organizational strategy, advocacy and decision-making, including emerging trends, policies and opportunities related to climate mitigation and clean energy advancement. •Partner with the Vice President for Climate and Development team in achieving the institution’s fundraising goals for climate work and the organization as a whole. Compensation: •$170,000 - $185,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!