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About the Role

Methane reduction is a critical lever for slowing global warming. The Vice President of Methane Communications will lead EDF's global narrative on this issue, developing and executing a high-stakes communications strategy to mobilize policymakers, industry leaders, investors, scientists, and civil society. This role requires a sophisticated understanding of the global political and media landscape, and the ability to translate complex technical content into compelling narratives that drive action. The VP will manage a team of 6 staff and a seven-figure budget, strengthening EDF's credibility and voice in policy-shaping discussions.

Responsibilities

Architect and drive a proactive global methane communications strategy for EDF’s highest-leverage work, including MethaneSAT, the oil & gas sector, agriculture and livestock.
Craft a positive narrative to push policy, influence market/capital access, and stimulate corporate action.
Use high-quality data and science to underpin human and economic stories.
Integrate and synthesize region-based work around a unified global narrative.
Elevate the profile of signature methane initiatives, including MethaneSAT, the Dairy Methane Action Alliance, the Oil and Gas Decarbonization Charter, the Animal Health & Climate initiative, and Better Feeding for Climate.
Navigate politically sensitive terrain, including farmer and rancher constituencies and the polarized oil and gas debate.
Coordinate messaging with key allies, philanthropies, and EDF fundraising team.
Serve on EDF's communications leadership team.
Support key EDF spokespersons to maximize media and narrative-shaping moments at COP, G7, American Geophysical Union, and similar forums.
Nurture, lead, and grow a high-performing team of in-house staff, consultants, and agency partners.
Manage the methane communications budget for maximum impact.
Lead global media relations, crisis communications, and high-impact campaigns for global audiences, with a tailored focus on key regional markets.
Partner with science, policy and advocacy teams to design communications that support specific regulatory and diplomatic outcomes.
Monitor global climate policy, science, politics, and industry trends to position EDF as a definitive thought leader on methane reduction.
Establish metrics to rigorously evaluate campaign effectiveness and continuously optimize strategy.
Anticipate key developments in sector to strategically position EDF’s voice in a timely way to ensure impact.
Participate in advancing EDF DEI goals.

Requirements

At least 15 years' experience in communications, media, or a related field.
At least 10 years in an environmental, energy, government, or multilateral role.
Advocacy sector experience strongly preferred.
Experience working at the international level is highly desirable.
Demonstrated success developing and executing strategic communications campaigns for national and global audiences.
Experience managing complex teams of staff, consultants, and partners.
Exceptional writing and storytelling skills.
Ability to shift seamlessly between technical and lay audiences.
Comfort translating complex environmental science, measurement, and satellite/remote-sensing data into accessible public narratives.
Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity.
Ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Strong contacts in global media and national outlets in the markets that matter to this work is highly valued.
Multilingual skills also highly valued.
Strong knowledge of climate issues.
Experience or fluency communicating across a variety of sectors, constituencies and industries -- including with investor and financial audiences.
Include a cover letter with your application.

Skills

Communications
Media
Strategic communications
Team management
Writing
Storytelling
Environmental science communication
Data translation
Public relations
Crisis communications
Campaign management
Thought leadership
Measurement and evaluation
Climate policy
Energy sector communication
Government relations
Multilateral relations
Investor relations
Financial audience communication

Location

NY
DC
Other US locations

Work Type

Fixed-term
Full-time

Experience Level

15+ years of experience
10+ years in specific roles

Salary/Compensations

230,000 - 260,000 USD

Benefits

Full benefits
Possibility of extension
Strong total rewards package
Competitive salary
Robust benefits
Professional development opportunities

About the Company

Methane reduction is the fastest, highest-impact lever available today to slow global warming.
EDF is a modern global organization.