Manager, Talent and Performance

Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is a global nonprofit organization working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalyzing the rapid development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. With 30 years of internationally recognized expertise on climate policy and a fierce commitment to exploring all potential solutions, CATF is a pragmatic, non-ideological advocacy group with the bold ideas needed to address climate change.

CATF has offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and Brussels, with staff working virtually around the world.

CATF’s Talent team supports an engaged, effective, and inclusive global workforce by developing thoughtful and consistent people practices across the employee lifecycle. As CATF continues to work across countries, functions, and time zones, managers and employees need practical HR partnership that reflects organizational values and responds to evolving needs.

The Manager, Talent and Performance will provide day-to-day HR guidance while leading programs and projects that strengthen performance, engagement, employee experience, and organizational health. Working closely with the Senior Director, Global Talent and Total Rewards and other members of the Talent team, this role will translate People strategy into practical solutions and help ensure employees and managers receive thoughtful, consistent support.

• HR Partnership & Employee Support - Build trusted relationships with employees and managers, providing consistent guidance on employee relations, performance, policies, workplace concerns, and other people matters.

• Manager Coaching & Development - Coach managers on feedback, performance expectations, employee development, difficult conversations, conflict resolution, and team dynamics.

• Performance Management - Support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of performance practices, including goal setting, feedback, development planning, and performance conversations.

• Employee Experience & Engagement - Strengthen the employee experience across the employee lifecycle by supporting engagement initiatives, identifying retention considerations, and translating employee feedback into practical action.

• Talent Program & Project Leadership - Lead assigned Talent initiatives from planning through implementation, coordinating stakeholders, communicating changes, measuring outcomes, and supporting adoption.

• Policy, Process & Operational Excellence - Develop and improve HR policies, processes, tools, and resources while identifying opportunities to simplify work and strengthen the consistency of People practices.

• Global Collaboration & Organizational Health - Partner across regions, functions, and external providers to support effective Talent practices within CATF’s global and remote environment.

• Data-Informed Decision-Making & Communication - Use HR data, employee feedback, and organizational themes to inform recommendations and develop clear communications for employees and managers.

You combine sound judgment with a practical and human-centered approach to HR partnership. You can build trust across organizational levels, navigate sensitive matters with discretion, and turn complex or evolving needs into clear, workable solutions. You are comfortable balancing day-to-day employee and manager support with ownership of broader programs and projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, cultural studies, or a related field.

• 5-7 years of HR experience across multiple areas of the employee lifecycle, including employee relations, performance management, HR programs, policy, and manager support.

• Demonstrated ability to build…