Senior Advisor, Sustainable Resources

Cayuse Holdings

. Contribute to the development, coordination, and implementation of international climate change policies and programs .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the development, coordination, and implementation of international climate change policies and programs
Support engagement in programs, global partnerships, and trust funds focused on sustainable landscapes, climate finance, mitigation strategies, and carbon markets
Represent client interests in governance bodies and contribute to oversight and policy development
Formulate and implement strategies addressing REDD+, agriculture, NDCs, mid-century strategies, climate finance, and market mechanisms
Develop country ambition and implementation strategies for priority countries in the Amazon, Congo Basin, and Southeast Asia
Design and shape international and bilateral climate-related programs
Support representation in UNFCCC negotiations and other international forums
Support operationalization and monitoring of climate-related foreign assistance programs
Produce measurable results in sustainable landscapes, REDD+, climate-smart agriculture, and carbon market initiatives
Prepare memos, speeches, position papers, decision memoranda, talking points, meeting summaries, correspondence, and other communications
Report to the Program Manager
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of five years of relevant experience
An advanced degree in a related field, such as public policy, economics, law, or environmental studies
Proven experience in international negotiations, projects, and/or programs, particularly in sustainable landscapes and REDD+ areas
Familiarity with REDD+ and sustainable landscapes policy and financing mechanisms
Expertise in major REDD+ and sustainable landscapes partnerships, such as the Forest Carbon Partnership Facility and Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes
Knowledge of UNFCCC negotiations, especially the current state of play in ongoing discussions
Experience with international forest and land use platforms, including the Tropical Forest Alliance and the World Business Council on Sustainable Development, including public-private partnerships
Strong project and program management capabilities and strategic planning expertise
Ability to work collaboratively with policymakers, government representatives, businesses, and non-governmental organizations
Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and maintain productive relationships across teams
Secret Security Clearance is required; must have an active Secret clearance
U.S. Citizenship is required
Must be able to pass a background check and potentially additional project/client background checks
Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines
Ability to work independently and on a multifunctional team
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Proficiency in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
Ability to work onsite in the main office
Ability to sit for long periods while looking at a computer screen
May be required to work outside normal business hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
Voluntary Life and AD&D options
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
Paid Time Off
Flexible schedule may include holidays
Business or professional development travel opportunities