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Climate Analyst

Ocean Conservancy · Environment · $48.8M budget · 174 staff · Since 1972

Why Ocean Conservancy

FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

Protects the ocean by advocating for policies that reduce single-use plastic production and leading global cleanup efforts to eliminate marine debris.

  • Cross-cutting work: Ocean Conservancy has multiple cross-cutting programs to support the three key pillars - protecting biodiversity, preventing Ocean plastics, and mitigating climate change. Our government relations work engages directly with governments at all levels to advance policies that protect…$15.4M spent in FY2024
  • Protecting biodiversity: our Ocean is home to an incredible diversity of life, feeding billions and supporting cultures and livelihoods around the world. But the ocean's bounty is under threat from unsustainable extraction, overfishing, plastic pollution and a warming Ocean. Ocean…$10.4M spent in FY2024
  • Preventing Ocean plastics: 11 million metric tons of plastic enter the Ocean annually equivalent to a garbage truck's worth of plastic every single minute. Plastic pollution can be deadly to marine animals that eat or become trapped in IT. Grounded…$5.9M spent in FY2024

Before you apply

FY2024 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$203K–$688K
12 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$49.5M
spent in FY2024
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Staff
174
employees
566,079 volunteers
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 5–6
Spent on programs
74%
of spending
Fine: 74% of spending went to programs; 65% to 75%.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
−1%
of revenue, FY2024
Concern: revenue was below expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
21 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Looks good: 20.9 months of spending in cash; 3 or more.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2024
latest Form 990
Looks good: the latest return is for FY2024, 2 tax years back; within 2 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(3)
tax-exempt since 1972
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF
Looks goodFineWorth a lookConcernTap a box for the reason.

About the role

The org's own posting, as written

POSITION TITLE: Climate Analyst DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM: Conservation REPORTS TO: Vice President, Climate STATUS: Regular, Full-Time, Exempt LOCATION: Washington, DC preferred (hybrid); other states considered: AK, CA, FL, MD, OR, TX, WA, WV or VA ABOUT OCEAN CONSERVANCY For more than 50 years, Ocean Conservancy (OC) has delivered effective, evidence-based solutions for the ocean and all who depend on it. Today, we continue to unite science, people and policy to protect our ocean from the greatest challenges it faces: climate change, plastic pollution and biodiversity loss.

We are a 501(C)3 headquartered in Washington, D.C. that inspires a worldwide network of partners, advocates and supporters through our comprehensive and clear-eyed approach to ocean conservation. Together, we are securing a healthy ocean and a thriving planet, forever and for everyone.

Position summary

The Climate Analyst serves as a key member of Ocean Conservancy’s Climate Team, providing analytical, research, and strategic support to advance the organization's climate priorities. Reporting to the Vice President of Climate, this position works across programs to develop data-driven climate and economic analyses, evaluate domestic and international climate policy and finance opportunities, and produce high-quality written products that inform organizational strategy and external engagement. The ideal candidate combines exceptional quantitative and analytical expertise with a solid understanding of climate science, climate finance, and policy.

They are an outstanding writer who can translate complex technical information into compelling products for diverse audiences, including senior leadership, partners, community and private sector stakeholders, policymakers, and funders.

Primary responsibilities

Climate Analytics and Strategic Research Conduct and help oversee production of quantitative and qualitative analyses on climate-related issues, including greenhouse gas emissions, decarbonization pathways, and mitigation opportunities. Analyze climate data, economic models, financial mechanisms, and policy developments to support organizational priorities, including monitoring and synthesize developments in international, federal, state, and private-sector climate policy and finance. Evaluate greenhouse gas emissions, investment, and climate finance trends, investment opportunities, and emerging funding mechanisms relevant to ocean and climate solutions.

Develop dashboards, briefing materials, and analytical tools that support strategic decision-making across the Climate Team and organization. Cross-Functional Program Support Serve as an analytical resource across Ocean Conservancy’s climate portfolio, collaborating with science, policy, conservation, communications, development, and government affairs teams. Support the Vice President for Climate and climate team members in drafting strategy documents and tracking implementation, including for fundraising. Support climate team…

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About Ocean Conservancy

From its Form 990

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