Rainforest Action Network

Research Assistant - Climate and Energy Team


Pay$29.00 / hour
LocationSan Francisco/California
Employment typeTemporary

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 682bc2f04709
      Employer Industry: Environmental Non-Profit Organization

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Anticipated compensation of $29 per hour for U.S. candidates
      - Opportunity to gain valuable skills in fossil fuel finance campaigning and data analysis
      - Flexible working conditions with the possibility of remote work
      - Gain experience working with a coalition of global NGOs focused on climate justice
      - Access to RAN benefits, including paid time off and health insurance for U.S. employees

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Conduct research on climate, finance, and the fossil fuel industry for the Climate and Energy program
      - Track policies and business models of fossil fuel companies and financial institutions using public data
      - Provide fact-checking and contribute to reports and campaign materials
      - Monitor trends in the financial industry and energy financing
      - Support data analysis and management for the annual Banking on Climate Chaos report

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Strong research, analytical, and writing skills
      - Experience with quantitative analysis and spreadsheets, including pivot tables
      - Superior attention to detail and excellent written and verbal English communication skills
      - Highly organized with the ability to work independently while seeking regular feedback
      - Demonstrated interest in climate change, environmental, and human rights issues

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Knowledge of data science or a scripting and/or querying language
      - Experience working with large, complex datasets
      - Familiarity with the financial sector
      - Previous campaigning or advocacy experience
      - Experience in a non-profit organization

      #EnvironmentalNonProfit #ClimateJustice #ResearchOpportunity #DataAnalysis #SustainableFinance

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  • About the company

      Rainforest Action Network is an environmental organization based in San Francisco, California, United States.