Location
London, UK (Hybrid working available)

Hours
Full-time, permanent

Salary
£38,000 - £42,000 (dependent on experience)

About the Role
The Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF) works internationally to protect the natural world and defend the human rights of those who depend on it. Using powerful films, campaigns, and investigations, EJF exposes abuses and drives systemic change on issues ranging from illegal fishing and deforestation to climate breakdown and threats to environmental defenders. EJF believes in equity, transparency, and justice, empowering frontline communities and amplifying their voices to secure lasting change.

We are seeking a Research and Advocacy Officer to join our growing team advancing campaigns on Deep Sea Mining (DSM) and key areas of our Oceans policy work, particularly relating to Climate. This role involves conducting high-quality research, contributing to policy development, and engaging in advocacy to influence decision-makers, industry actors, and international institutions.

This is a unique opportunity for an early-to-mid-career professional passionate about ocean conservation, climate governance, and environmental justice to contribute to urgent global debates at the intersection of science, policy, and human rights.

Key Responsibilities
- Conduct rigorous desk-based research on deep sea mining and related governance frameworks.
- Analyse social, environmental, and geopolitical implications of emerging ocean and climate technologies, including marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR).
- Produce advocacy reports, briefings, and policy analyses to inform EJF’s advocacy and communications.
- Monitor developments across international fora and specific Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) such as ISA, UNFCCC, and CBD.
- Provide detailed briefings for leadership, including the CEO, on emerging science, policy, and activities.
- Support advocacy strategies to influence national, regional, and international policy processes on DSM and mCDR.
- Draft policy recommendations, position statements, and submissions to governments, intergovernmental organisations, and industry bodies.
- Represent EJF at meetings, conferences, and coalitions when requested.
- Contribute to compelling written and visual content to amplify campaign messages.
- Support public engagement and media outreach in collaboration with the communications team.
- Assist in preparing campaign materials and presentations for donors, partners, and public audiences.
- Collaborate with EJF’s global team of researchers, campaigners, and filmmakers.
- Engage with external partners, academic experts, and civil society networks.
- Contribute to funding proposals and donor reporting as required.

Experience
- Demonstrated experience in research and policy analysis within environmental, ocean, or climate issues.
- Strong understanding of international environmental governance, particularly ocean protection, climate policy, or emerging marine technologies.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Experience in advocacy or campaigning within NGOs, think tanks, or intergovernmental bodies is desirable.
- Experience analysing scientific or technical data and translating it into policy-relevant insights is advantageous.

About you
- A degree in environmental policy, marine science, international relations, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to produce high-quality materials for both expert and general audiences.
- A demonstrable commitment to environmental justice.
- A clear understanding of and strong commitment to EJF’s mission of environmental protection and social justice.
- Knowledge of the International Seabed Authority, UNFCCC ocean agenda, or relevant EU/UK policy frameworks is desirable.
- Fluency in another language (especially French, Spanish, Mandarin) would be an advantage.

Qualifications
- A degree (Master’s preferred) in a relevant field such as environmental policy, marine science, or international relations.