Head of Climate and Energy Policy

WWF is the world’s leading independent conservation organisation, with more than five million supporters and a global network active in more than one hundred countries. Through our engagement with the public, businesses and government, we focus on safeguarding the natural world, creating solutions to the most serious environmental issues facing our planet, so that people and nature thrive.  This is your chance to play your part.

This role is key to influencing decision-makers in governments, businesses, EU and global institutions. Working closely with the Chief Advisor on Climate, you’ll play an integral part in the team, leading the development of policy positions and successfully influencing strategies to deliver against WWF goals. You’ll represent WWF in high profile meetings with both internal and external contacts, maintaining a high profile of the unit’s work.

We’re looking for a committed individual with proven experience in successfully advocating environmental policy; good knowledge of UK, EU and UN political institutions; and extensive experience of working on climate change or related environmental issues (preferably in an NGO or research organisation). Suitable candidates will have experience successfully managing a team, inspiring individuals to perform at their best.

Closing date: 21 September 2014
Interviews: w/c 29 September 2014

At WWF-UK we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits to encourage a work life balance.