Associate, BASCS (Business Alliance to Scale Climate Solutions)

We Mean Business Coalition is a group of nonprofit organizations, working with the world’s most influential businesses to take action on climate change. Together, we catalyze business and policy action to halve emissions by 2030 and accelerate an inclusive transition to a net-zero economy.

This role will be part of the System Transformation team at the We Mean Business Coalition, supporting the execution of the strategic workplan for the Business Alliance to Scale Climate Solutions (BASCS). The We Mean Business Coalition now serves as the secretariat for BASCS, a diverse coalition of companies, NGOs, and experts committed to unlocking corporate climate finance through voluntary carbon markets, environmental attribute certificates, and beyond value chain mitigation efforts.

We are seeking a highly motivated, early-career climate professional with a passion for climate action and a drive to accelerate corporate climate leadership. This is an exciting opportunity to support a high-growth platform and collaborate with industry leaders. In this role, you will manage a diverse range of responsibilities, from organizing events and developing webinar series to providing essential administrative support, managing membership dues, and assisting with cross-functional projects.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solutions-oriented mindset are essential for success, as you will play a key role in driving our communications efforts and supporting the strategic growth of our platform. This position will report to the Director of BASCS.

About our organization 

We Mean Business Coalition is a coalition of 7 non-profit organizations and 50+ partner organizations that unites the voice of thousands of businesses that are taking climate action. We provide a platform for businesses to demonstrate climate leadership through 4As: ambition, action, advocacy and accountability.  

We advocate for bold climate policy through international fora (G7, G20, COP and other) and G20 countries to unlock business action within 6 systems: Energy, Transport, Built Environment, Industry, Land and nature, and Finance. 

We have a dual role as re-grantor and as strategic partner to the organizations we work with. Working with partners allows us to go deep into international fora, countries and sectors and bring together the critical mass of ambitious companies and partners for maximum impact. 

We Mean Business also serves as the Secretariat for the Business Alliance to Scale Climate Solutions, which has recently completed a strategic refresh and is now poised to drive ambitious corporate climate investments at scale in the coming years.

Hiring Statement  

All positions at We Mean Business Coalition are grant funded and are contingent upon continued funding.  

Diversity at WMBC 

We Mean Business Coalition is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, colour, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working. 

TO APPLY

Please submit your cover letter and application for this role on Workable. Applications will be accepted until the end of September.

Requirements

Essential Responsibilities:  

• Provide logistical, administrative, and communications support across the four action pillars of BASCS: Collaborate, Communicate, Advocate, and Educate. 

• Lead the development and delivery of educational webinar series under the Educate Pillar. 

• Organize and execute in-person buyers’ bootcamps, including curriculum design, expert identification, and event logistics. 

• Develop and manage content for BASCS' internal and external communication channels, such as LinkedIn and monthly newsletters, in coordination with the WMB Communications team and BASCS Communications Lead. 

• Collaborate with BASCS Members, Partners, and the WMB Communications team to create and publish thought leadership content. 

• Assist the BASCS Advocacy Lead and WMB policy team with Advocate Pillar activities, including note-taking, drafting responses, organizing monthly meetings, and ensuring adherence to platform SOPs. 

• Support the BASCS Director in executing the Collaborate Pillar workplan by organizing meetings, preparing meeting minutes, and helping develop workstream deliverables. 

• Provide assistance to the BASCS Leadership Council by preparing regular updates, organizing bi-monthly strategy meetings, updating governance procedures, and documenting meeting minutes. 

• Organize quarterly all-members meetings including agenda development, identification of guest speakers, and meeting organization 

• Provide regular updates to the wider WMBC staff and leadership to ensure strong integration of BASCS into the WMBC secretariat 

• Support with outreach and recruitment of new BASCS members 

Skills  

• Strong organizational and project management skills. 

• Experience in event planning and logistics coordination. 

• Proficiency in content creation and communications strategy (e.g., newsletters, social media). 

• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. 

• Familiarity with climate policy, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement. 

• Ability to work independently. 

Experience  

• 3-4+ years of professional experience, ideally at the intersection of climate change and corporate climate action. 

• Proven track record in communications, project management, and event organization. 

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; Master’s degree preferred. 

• Preference for candidates with either a strong understanding or a demonstrated eagerness to quickly learn key topics, such as Scope 3 emissions, market-based GHG accounting, voluntary carbon markets, nature-based solutions, and carbon removals. 

• Experience working with cross-functional teams and engaging with external stakeholders, particularly in climate policy or corporate sustainability would be highly desirable. 

Benefits

Benefits and compensation vary per region and are competitive with local prevailing packages. Regardless of location, team members get equipment and home set-up stipends to ensure they are set up wherever they may be working from, generous time off, and paid parental leave.