Multilateral and Economic Diplomacy Adviser, Clean Air Fund

Overview

Multilateral and Economic Diplomacy Adviser.

Location:

London. This is a fixed-term role for 12-18 months, with openness to secondments. A unique chance to work at the heart of global efforts to tackle air pollution and climate change. The role involves driving international action on clean air, shaping diplomatic strategies, building influential partnerships, and strengthening the economic case for bold, coordinated action. Our advocacy spans the UNFCCC COP, G20, regional and mini-lateral diplomacy, and collaboration with governments, UN agencies, funders and civil society to deliver real-world impact.

While expertise in diplomacy and economics policy is ideal, we welcome strong candidates in either area.

• Design and deliver diplomatic strategies to put air pollution action on the agenda at multilateral, regional and mini-lateral fora.
• Manage engagement with governments and multilateral bodies.
• Represent CAF at international forums and support senior leaders’ high-level engagements.
• Manage grants, service contracts and research projects that inform policy and diplomacy.
• Support the development of a new strand of work making the positive economic case for action on air quality.
• Act as expert counsel for teams on air quality related economics and/or diplomacy.
• Produce policy briefs, insights and recommendations to advance our advocacy.
• Provide political intelligence and identify opportunities across shifting geopolitical contexts.

• Strong experience influencing policy within multilateral or regional diplomacy and/or expertise in economics and translating this into policy action (expertise in both will be an advantage).
• Proven ability to build trust and partnerships with governments and international organisations.
• Confident communicator, able to represent CAF externally and prepare senior leaders for key engagements.
• Excellent project management skills, ideally including oversight of research, grants or contracts.
• A strategic, adaptable thinker who can navigate complex political environments and deliver results.

• Closing date – 8 February 2026
• Salary – GBP 55,518 - 71,310
• Type of employment - Fixed term contract

At Clean Air Fund, we’re guided by purpose and grounded in evidence. Our culture combines clear structures and rigorous frameworks with space for fresh thinking and collaboration across diverse perspectives. We value curiosity, openness and a shared commitment to making a measurable difference.

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, returning parents, carers or any other aspect which makes them unique. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps we can take to ensure that the recruitment process enables you to present yourself comfortably.

We are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of our employees from all forms of harm.