Oil And Gas Manager Methane Pollution Prevention

Position: Oil and Gas Manager, Methane Pollution Prevention

Reports To: Director Oil and Gas, Methane Pollution Prevention

Location: Europe or Middle East (GMT to GMT+4)

Type: Full-time, Remote

About Catf

Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is a nonprofit organization working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalyzing the rapid global development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. This is accomplished through research and analysis, public advocacy leadership, and partnership with the private sector. CATF is highly respected for its deep expertise and research on energy and industrial systems and potential strategies, technologies, and policies that can radically shrink their impact on the planet’s atmosphere. Our team of experts and advocates (and global network of subject matter experts and civil society partners) put this research and knowledge into action by designing and enacting public policies that drive toward zero emissions. We also support policies and work directly with private industry to innovate in technology to make the path to zero emissions swift and affordable. CATF has offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and Brussels, with remote staff spread across many countries.

With staff on four continents and operations on six, the Methane Pollution Prevention (MPP) team is leading the global effort to bend the curve on climate change in our lifetimes by combating the harmful effects of methane pollution, a potent greenhouse gas that is responsible for nearly half of the warming we are experiencing today. Our program includes extensive work in all the major methane emitting sectors: energy, waste, and agriculture. As part of our ongoing efforts, we are seeking a highly motivated Oil and Gas Manager with strong technical and analytical skills to join our global methane team.

Role

The role of the Oil and Gas Manager is to lead and support engagements with government entities as part of the Fossil Fuel Regulatory Programme to develop and advocate for policies that promote methane reduction in the oil and gas sector in partnership with CATF’s Methane Pollution Prevention (MPP) team and CATF other programs. The Oil and Gas Manager will support efforts to engage with regulators to develop and implement strong methane mitigation policies, including the development of technical analysis and reports to support such actions. Countries covered may include Iraq, Egypt, Indonesia, Angola, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and others.

The Oil and Gas Manager will work closely with government stakeholders in the development of methane emission estimates and mitigation plans to support policy development and implementation efforts. In addition, they will collaborate with other NGOs, industry, academia, and government-based stakeholders to advance methane mitigation. The Oil and Gas Manager will cultivate opportunities through extensive networking with key stakeholders. Furthermore, the Oil and Gas Manager will support the planning and execution of outreach campaigns and capacity strengthening workshops.

Key Functions And Responsibilities

Policy Analysis, Development, and Assessment

• Possess and gain familiarity with technical, economic, market, and policy issues related to oil and gas methane and its mitigation.
• Conduct policy research and analysis to support the development of new or updated methane policies that are effective and appropriate for the relevant governmental jurisdiction.
• Draft and present regulatory comments as part of the policy assessment process.
• Support regulators in the implementation of methane mitigation policies.
• Assess the policy and political efficacy of existing or new policy proposals developed externally to CATF.
  
  

Technical Analysis, Writing, and Communication

• Undertake and support analysis related to methane policies and their implementation requirements, and communicate results of analyses to key stakeholders. An example of analysis which is important for the decision-making process of deploying mitigation measures is marginal abatement cost curves (MACC) for countries and companies.
• Work with governments to use CATF’s Country Methane Abatement Tool (CoMAT) to estimate methane emissions and mitigation potential.
• Write and contribute to blog posts, technical and/or policy reports, white papers, fact sheets, and other forms of content.
• Synthesize technical documents, datasets, and discussions into various forms of communications including presentations.
  
  

Advocacy and Capacity Strengthening

• Develop and execute strategies relating to education about relevant policy concepts and advocacy to achieve policy outcomes. This will include planning and leading direct communications with public officials, as well as creating and leveraging networks of relevant stakeholders from civil society/NGOs, industry, academia, and other experts.
• Support the development and execution of capacity strengthening activities such as webinars, trainings, and workshops on fossil fuel methane for relevant stakeholders from government, civil society/NGOs, industry, academia, and others.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships

• Support and strengthen existing relationships with National and Subnational government agencies and other key stakeholders.
• Work directly with other NGOs and coalitions to support methane reduction efforts across the sector and region. Help to define and execute CATF’s strategies with partnerships.
• Represent CATF in public forums, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
• Collaborate with other internal teams within CATF to ensure timely information sharing, alignment and support of regional goals.
  
  

Operational Support

• Support project management for the Fossil Fuel Regulatory Programme work within the MPP team.
• Help identify key learnings and best practices that can be shared with MPP technical teams across regions.
  
  

Skills/Qualifications

• Education/Experience
• BSc/BA is required; MSc/MA or other advanced degree is preferred
• 6+ years of relevant professional work experience in/with the fossil fuels industry and/or regulatory agency for the fossil fuel sector
• 6+ years of experience in methane, greenhouse gas, energy or environmental research, including policy advocacy, development, and/or implementation.
• Knowledge of international energy and climate policies, with expertise in a specific region or country.
• Experience working with or engaging international institutions.
• Skills
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong negotiation skills
• Able to work independently with minimal oversight
• Strong technical writing capabilities
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Avid networker skilled at building trust with a wide range of people
• Oral and written English mastery (another language a plus)
• Personality/behavioral
• Self-starter who enjoys taking initiative and working with others
• Consistent follow-through, and a commitment to high-quality work
• Able to learn new concepts and implement in day-to-day tasks.
• Passion for CATF’s mission
  
  

Preferred Expertise

• Proficiency in a language other than English that will support our advocacy, including Portuguese, Arabic, or Russian (C2 level; per the CEFR international standard)
• Proven experience in climate policy design
• Experience working in or with governments and international institutions
• Experience working in NGO coalitions or supporting partnerships
• Successful international and environmental advocacy experience
  
  

This position requires the ability to travel internationally several times per year, depending on project needs.

COMPENSATION AND LOCATION:

This is a full-time, remote position, with location flexible within Europe, the Middle East, or North Africa.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in their country of residence at the time of hire. CATF is not able to sponsor work authorization for this role.

This is a grant-funded, time-bound position with funding currently confirmed through March 2028. Any continuation beyond that date will depend on funding availability and program needs.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please follow this link to submit a resume, cover letter referencing the position title, and contact information for two to three professional and/or academic references.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with priority given to applications received by March 13, 2026.

CATF provides equal employment opportunities.

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