Advocacy-Referent:in (Schwerpunkt Humanitäre Hilfe) (m/w/d)

Carbon Gap

OUR MISSION “We need to massively scale up carbon dioxide removal,” said Johan Rockström, Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and lead author of the Planetary Boundaries framework, at the 2025 UN Climate Summit in New York. More specifically, carbon dioxide removal (CDR – the ‘net’ part of ‘net zero') must scale from near-zero today to billions of tonnes by 2050. The growth rate this implies is faster than any other climate technology is expected to achieve or has achieved in the past. This cannot be achieved without government policy, and the role Europe must play in creating that policy cannot be overstated. Carbon Gap, Europe’s leading CDR not-for-profit, exists to ensure Europe’s contribution is maximised. A team of ~20 CDR policy experts based primarily between Brussels and London, we work closely with leading decision-makers right across Europe to design and shape the policies that are required to support CDR’s scale-up – from R&D funding to government purchasing programmes, and from national targets to standards and certification. Our work has been covered by publications including the Financial Times, Bloomberg, and the Wall Street Journal. Carbon Gap alumni have progressed to exciting roles in government, the private sector, and academia. THE ROLE Location: Brussels Type: Full-time Reporting to: Chief Policy Officer We are looking for a Brussels-based CDR Demand and Market Development Lead who will help design and advance policy and market mechanisms that create durable demand for high-integrity carbon dioxide removal across Europe. Policy-driven demand is critical to CDR scale-up because long-term market growth will depend not only on innovation and supply, but on credible demand signals that improve investability, reduce risk, and unlock public and private capital.   The role sits at the intersection of public policy, market design, and private-sector procurement. It will contribute to Carbon Gap’s work on compliance-related and other policy-driven demand mechanisms for carbon removal, with a particular focus on how regulation, public demand, and market structures can create durable deployment signals. This includes work on: * EU-level demand mechanisms, including compliance market integration, public procurement, and EU purchasing programmes or platforms * Enabling public-private partnerships for near-term scaling of CDR * Market structures that improve project economics and enable scale The role is suited to someone who understands how policy frameworks interact with real-world investment decisions, and who can analyse how demand signals affect project development, financing conditions, and market growth. You will work closely with Carbon Gap’s EU policy team and with partners across government, industry, and the carbon removal ecosystem. RESPONSIBILITIES 1) Demand-side CDR policy * Lead Carbon Gap’s Brussels work on policy and market mechanisms that can generate durable demand for high-integrity CDR across Europe. * Shape demand-side approaches across EU and Member State contexts, including public procurement, public-private demand mechanisms, compliance-related pathways, and relevant industrial, innovation, and commercialisation frameworks. * Assess how policy design choices affect bankability, financing conditions, and deployment. * Produce clear, decision-useful outputs for policy development and external engagement, including briefings, recommendations, and meeting materials. 2) Market analysis and insight * Analyse value chains, project economics, offtake dynamics, and deployment pathways across CDR approaches. * Generate insights on how policy and market conditions affect demand, investment incentives, and the flow of public and private capital. * Develop datasets, visualisations, and other analytical outputs that strengthen Carbon Gap’s policy work and external positioning. 3) Stakeholder engagement and external influence * Build trusted relationships across EU institutions, Member State governments, project developers, buyers, financial institutions, and civil society. * Represent Carbon Gap in external meetings and discussions in Brussels and beyond. * Design and deliver workshops, consultations, and convenings that connect policy design with market realities. * Use stakeholder engagement to test, refine, and advance Carbon Gap’s positions on policy-driven CDR demand. YOUR PROFILE You have strong analytical judgement, are comfortable making decisions with imperfect information, and can operate effectively in a technically and politically dynamic environment. You are able to reason clearly about how policy choices affect markets, investment behaviour, and project deployment. You combine structured problem-solving with strong external judgement. You can build productive relationships with a wide range of actors, simplify complex issues, and turn analysis into practical action. You do not need to be a carbon removal specialist already. But you should bring a solid grounding in climate, energy, industrial, or adjacent policy, and enough familiarity with Brussels and EU policymaking to operate credibly in the role. We care most about how you think, how you prioritise, and whether you can turn strategy into real-world outcomes. Essential experience and skills * 4–6+ years of experience in roles involving complex analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strategic execution, for example in public policy, government affairs, consulting, climate strategy, finance, or market analysis. * Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, including comfort working with imperfect or incomplete data to generate policy-relevant insights. * Familiarity with market dynamics, including the ability to reason about bankability, financing conditions, investment incentives, and project economics. * Ability to operate independently, drive work forward with limited oversight, and engage credibly with senior policymakers, market actors, and other stakeholders. * Ability to structure and use data in a practical way, including basic analysis in Excel, data visualisation, and use of data to support decision-making. * Excellent writing and synthesis skills, with the ability to translate complex policy and market issues into clear, decision-useful outputs. * Professional fluency in English. Strong Plus * Experience in one or more areas such as climate policy, carbon markets, industrial decarbonisation, innovation funding, procurement, or infrastructure policy. * Familiarity with EU policy processes and institutions. * Experience with demand-side policy instruments, regulated climate policy frameworks, project economics, climate or project finance, procurement design, or offtake and other contracting mechanisms relevant to scaling carbon removal. * Experience with data analysis, modelling, or data visualisation tools beyond Excel, such as Python or Power BI. * Strong visual communication skills, including the ability to translate complex analysis into clear presentations, charts, and tables for policy discussions. WHAT WE OFFER * A mission-driven role with meaningful responsibility and visibility in a high-impact policy space. * Competitive compensation, benchmarked to the level and scope of the role. * Strong professional development support, including centralised training, a personal learning and development budget, and opportunities to publish, lead projects, work with leading experts, and engage directly with policymakers and stakeholders. * A values-driven team culture emphasising empowerment, accountability, and intellectual honesty. Carbon Gap is committed to building an inclusive team. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in the climate and carbon removal ecosystem. You do not need to meet every listed requirement to apply - if this role aligns with your skills and motivation, we would like to hear from you. How to apply Please submit: * A CV * A short cover note explaining why this role, why Carbon Gap, and what you would prioritise in the first 6 months * 1-2 work samples, for example a policy memo, briefing, consultation response, slide deck, market analysis, or similar An overview of the hiring process * 15-minute screening call * 45-minute fit interview with two senior colleagues * 45-minute practical interview, involving a case study

ADF International

Everyone says they want to change the world. We're looking for people who actually will.  ADF International is a faith-based legal advocacy organization that protects fundamental freedoms and promotes the inherent dignity of all people. Please visit our career site to view our Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Distinctives.   Director of Advocacy, UK & Commonwealth This position requires at least 2 years of experience managing or leading a small legal team. ADF International is looking for a Director of Advocacy, UK & Commonwealth, to join us full-time in our London, UK office. As the Director of Advocacy, UK & Commonwealth, you are a vital part of ADF International. In this role, you will report to the Director of Advocacy and lead the UK & Commonwealth Advocacy Team, based in the London office. You are responsible for leading the advocacy strategy for the UK and Commonwealth without substantial oversight. You will work with and through your team to engage in legal advocacy, litigation, and public advocacy before law-making bodies to set the strongest precedents in pursuit of our mission. You will develop legal strategies, draft legal documents and work with allies and other stakeholders in a range of settings. You will work closely with our communications and development teams to ensure the success of our advocacy.   Your Essential Responsibilities: In this position you will: 1. Lead, manage, recruit, and develop the UK & Commonwealth advocacy team to achieve ADF International objectives. 2. Serve as part of the senior legal team of ADF International. 3. Engage in legal advocacy in pursuit of ADF International objectives: * Develop and implement strategies in pursuit of agreed generational wins in the UK. * Lead, join, or assist in efforts to establish positive precedents and laws at the highest available courts and law-making institutions. * Cultivate a network of meaningful relationships with key stakeholders including lawyers, parliamentarians, advisors, and civil servants. 4. Identify, mobilize, and train others in support of the ADF International mission: * Provide training on ADF International issues both internally and externally. * Work to identify and recommend for training candidates of the highest caliber. 5. Engage with the media, thought leaders, academics, and other audiences by: * Completing media interviews and acting as a spokesperson for ADF International. * Researching and publishing short and extended pieces in support of ADF International objectives. * Cooperate with the Development team as required in support of fundraising efforts. As a Team Leader, you will: * Act as a servant leader by training, encouraging, coaching, and developing your Team Members. * Foster a spirit of trust and of innovation on your team. * Meet regularly with your Direct Reports to discuss their progress and complete performance reviews. * Approve PTO requests, time cards, and expense reports.   Other Responsibilities (Non-Essential): * You will be asked to perform related duties or special projects as assigned.   Skills You Need to Succeed: Demonstrated proficiency in: * Legal writing, analysis, and strategy. * Policy analysis and development within complex political contexts. * Alliance-building, networking, and relationship development both in respect to development and advocacy work. * Capacity to handle multiple complex matters working with a multi-disciplinary team. * Excellent communication skills, both oral and written in a variety of legal and non-legal settings. * Clear leadership skills. * Excellent organizational skills. * Strong attention to detail and proven project management skills. * Computer skills including Microsoft Office. Ability to: * Fluent in English. * Prioritize and achieve goals. * Work within, motivate and lead, and initiate new ideas within a team. * Perform in high pressure situations. * Travel internationally, sometimes at short notice. * Live and work in London, UK. Knowledge of: * UK Law: ideally human rights law, criminal law, public law, or employment law. * Running successful advocacy campaigns. Education and/or experience: * Qualified barrister or solicitor (UK). * At least 2 years of experience in legal team leadership. * 8+ years of relevant experience in strategic litigation, work experience within ADF International mission areas, policy, and legislative advocacy. * Advantageous: Legal experience across more than one Commonwealth jurisdiction.   Valid work permit for the UK or UK citizenship required. #LI-AV

ADF International

Everyone says they want to change the world. We're looking for people who actually will.  ADF International is a faith-based legal advocacy organization that protects fundamental freedoms and promotes the inherent dignity of all people. Please visit our career site to view our Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Distinctives.   Senior Counsel, UK & Commonwealth ADF International is looking for a Senior Counsel, UK & Commonwealth, to join us full-time in our London, UK office. As Senior Counsel, you are a vital part of the International Advocacy Team. In this role, you will report to the Director of UK & Commonwealth Advocacy. You will work as part of the team to engage in legal advocacy, litigation, and public advocacy before UK & Commonwealth law-making bodies in pursuit of our mission. You will develop legal strategies, draft legal documents and work with allies and other stakeholders in a range of settings. You will work closely with our communications and development teams to ensure the success of our work.   Your Essential Responsibilities: In this position you will: 1. Engage in litigation: Act as lead counsel on cases in the UK or other countries of the Commonwealth in respect to our cases, overseeing litigation, media, development and related processes. Specifically, in respect of some cases, take a leading role on:  * * Case Acquisition: Become the first point of contact for allies with potential litigation of interest to ADFI. * Case Development: Initiate contacts with potential clients. Work with the Director to determine next action in respect of legal matters. * Leading significant matters: Take the primary leading role in advancing our strategy before international courts and appellate courts nationally. * Legal strategy: Devise legal strategies that will advance our objectives. 2. Develop subject matter expertise: Become a sought-out expert within (and beyond) the team in respect of one or more specific practice areas. Maintain deep knowledge of international hard and soft law, going beyond one specific region. Provide mentoring and advice to more junior lawyers or interns. 3. Engage in legal advocacy in pursuit of ADF International objectives: * * Develop and implement strategies in pursuit of agreed generational wins in the UK and Commonwealth. * Lead, join, or assist in efforts to establish positive precedents and laws at the highest available courts and law-making institutions. * Cultivate a network of meaningful relationships with key stakeholders including lawyers, parliamentarians, advisors, and civil servants. 4. Identify, mobilize, and train others in support of the ADF International mission: * * Provide training on ADF International issues both internally and externally. * Work to identify and recommend for training candidates of the highest caliber. 5. Engage with the media, thought leaders, academics, and other audiences by: * * Completing media interviews and written commentary and acting as a spokesperson for ADF International. * Researching and publishing short and extended pieces in support of ADF International objectives. * Cooperate with the Development team as required in support of fundraising efforts.   Other Responsibilities (Non-Essential): * You will be asked to perform related duties or special projects as assigned.   Skills You Need to Succeed: Demonstrated proficiency in: * Legal writing, analysis, and strategy. * Policy analysis and development within complex political contexts. * Alliance-building, networking, and relationship development both in respect to development and advocacy work. * Capacity to handle multiple complex matters working with a multi-disciplinary team. * Excellent communication skills, both oral and written in a variety of legal and non-legal settings. * Clear leadership skills. * Excellent organizational skills. * Strong attention to detail and proven project management skills. * Computer skills including Microsoft Office. Ability to: * Fluently speak and write in English. * Prioritize and achieve goals. * Work within, motivate and initiate new ideas within a team. * Perform in high pressure situations. * Travel internationally, sometimes at short notice. * Live and work in London, UK. Knowledge of: * UK Law: ideally human rights law, criminal law, public law, or employment law. * Running successful advocacy campaigns.   Education and/or experience: * Qualified barrister or solicitor (UK or another Commonwealth jurisdiction). * 10+ years of relevant experience in the in at least two of the following areas: strategic litigation, legal team leadership, work experience within ADF International mission areas, policy and legislative advocacy. * Advantageous: Legal experience across more than one Commonwealth jurisdiction.   Valid work permit for the UK or UK citizenship required. #LI-AV