Convenor (executive director)

Organization

Green Economy Coalition (GEC)/ International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED)

Department

Green Economy Coalition

Job Location Type

TELECOMMUTE

Job Location

Remote

Applicant Location Requirements

UK    Edinburgh    Amsterdam    

Application Deadline

September 25, 2024

To be considered as a Convenor, you will need:

– Experience of creating, developing and/or managing networks, coalitions and international partnerships
– Experience of working in partnership with national governments and agencies, international organisations, UN agencies and processes, the EU, multilateral finance institutions and/or philanthropic funds
– Fluency in English
– A post-graduate degree in environmental science, economics, sustainable development or related field, or relevant work experience in the sector

You’ll also need substantial experience at a professional level that demonstrates proven skills in:

– Leadership, including leadership of diverse teams
– Fundraising, including a sustained track record in securing funding for different projects from a variety of donors
– Advocacy and external relations
– Building and sustaining teams through collaborative people management
– Budget management
– Convening, dialogue and negotiation processes

Special Requirements
Location requirements- Hybrid (within and outside the UK) with occasional travel to the UK offices. See full job posting for more details.

Apply online or via email

peopleteam@iied.org