ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network working with more than 2500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development. Active in 125+ countries, we influence sustainability policy and drive local action for low emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient and circular development. Our Members and team of experts work together through peer exchange, partnerships and capacity building to create systemic change for urban sustainability. The World Secretariat is based in Bonn, Germany.
To support the Global Circular Development Team, we are offering the following position:
Officer OR Junior Officer, Circular Development
The successful candidate will be a part of the ICLEI World Secretariat team based in Bonn, Germany and will be placed within the Circular Development team.
Tasks:
Main responsibilities:
• Coordinate multiple circular economy projects, in close
collaboration with the Global Head: Circular Development. This will include actively and independently, where necessary, coordinating or implementing all aspects of the typical project management cycle.
• Oversee human resources/teams that could report to this position, including contracted service providers.
• Contribute to the advancement of the Circular Development pathway and future build internal expertise and internal and external knowledge products.
• Oversee the ICLEI Circulars website, and monthly ICLEI newsletter, with implementation where necessary.
• Actively support fund raising activities.
Additional tasks:
• Represent relevant projects and ICLEI, as needed, in public platforms such as events, seminars, conferences, which could be online or in-person. This will likely include international travel.
• Participating, coordination, implementation or support of circular economy advocacy activities.