International Policy Manager

Core responsibilities:

• Lead quantitative and qualitative policy and economic analysis across priority countries (particularly in Asia, Africa, and South America) to inform Cascade's ERW and Refrigerants strategies
• Translate policy and economic analysis into external facing materials including presentations, policy briefs, roadmaps, and strategic memos
• Support government stakeholder mapping and relationship development in priority jurisdictions
• Identify and evaluate opportunities to unlock climate finance through multilateral development banks and other climate finance institutions
• Monitor policy developments and emerging regulatory opportunities in priority jurisdictions
• Support preparation for and Cascade participation in conferences, workshops, and stakeholder convenings (e.g., COPs, regional policy forums)
• Collaborate closely with Refrigerants and ERW teams to ensure policy and economic insights shape broader program strategy

This role creates positive change by leading policy and economic analysis to inform Cascade's global expansion strategy for climate solutions like enhanced rock weathering and refrigerant management, helping overcome adoption bottlenecks and accelerate progress on high-potential climate interventions.

Required skills and experiences:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in climate policy, international development, or a related field
• Strong track record in policy and/or market research, landscape assessments, and jurisdictional analysis in climate-relevant sectors (such as clean energy transitions)
• Experience working with international or multilateral policy frameworks and their translation into national or sectoral policies
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize quantitative and qualitative research into clear, actionable recommendations and strategic outputs
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with experience producing briefs, memos, or strategy documents for diverse audiences
• Experience working with or alongside external stakeholders (e.g., governments, multilaterals, NGOs, research institutions, or private sector actors)
• Comfort working across geographies, cultures, and institutional contexts
• Working knowledge of climate finance architecture, carbon markets, or development finance institutions

No specific compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the job description beyond professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Cascade Climate is a global nonprofit that propels high-potential climate solutions from the margins to the mainstream, focusing on building capacity for durable carbon removal through enhanced rock weathering and mitigating near-term warming through refrigerant management and transition.