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| Title | Director, Environmental Innovation Exchange (formerly Environmental Innovation Institute) |
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IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
Do you have a passion for the environment and a successful background in technology or social media? Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is seeking a big thinker with a solid track record to build a new initiative that will inspire, inform and engage Fortune 1000 companies in reducing their environmental footprint. As the Director, you would direct the overall vision and strategy of the initiative, build a community and innovative collaboration around corporate sustainability, and drive real environmental changes in the business community. Background: EDF is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, founded in 1967, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life. We pioneered the NGO/corporate partnership model and over the past twenty years we’ve helped businesses across the country take bold moves to adopt green practices and technologies that also improve their bottom line. Corporate partners have included DuPont, FedEx, McDonald’s, and Wal-Mart. For more information on our work, see www.edf.org/partnerships. EDF was recently named the top environmental group in business partnerships by the Financial Times, and is the only environmental group to receive an A rating from Wired magazine. We are building on our success by launching the Environmental Innovation Exchange. The Exchange will provide a platform for innovative new tools and idea sharing to create a new community of corporate environmental leaders. Our goal is to create an essential source for information on substantive actions that companies can take to reduce their environmental footprint, and to engage the majority of Fortune 1000 firms in taking those steps, sharing the results, and creating the next generation of environmental best practices. Responsibilities: The Director’s role is to drive the development and launch of the Environmental Innovation Exchange, providing the strategic vision to grow and expand the initiative in years to come. Working with staff and contractors, the Director will be responsible for: - Defining the Exchange’s vision and goals and creating short- and long-term strategies for achieving those goals; - Providing forward-thinking and creative leadership to guide content and online tool development that will attract users and lead to measurable environmental results; - Establishing and growing the Exchange's user-base through marketing, networking and building relationships with business schools, management consultants and other relevant organizations; - Managing social media elements of the Exchange to promote interaction between members and to stimulate site traction; - Developing innovative tools and systems for fostering collaboration between Exchange members; - Developing actual programs to augment the virtual Exchange, including training programs for corporate managers, internships, fellowships and others; - Managing the annual EDF Innovations Review report; - Coordinating with EDF's partnership project managers to translate partnership Innovation into Exchange tools and programs; - Developing metrics and processes for measuring and communicating Exchange results, both in terms of environmental outcomes and influence on corporate policies and actions; - Gathering user feedback to improve the effectiveness of the Exchange in achieving measurable environmental change and to build new intellectual capital that augments EDF’s reputation and impact in the corporate sector; - Cultivating fundraising relationships and engaging with entrepreneurs and investors to identify and promote funding opportunities for significant environmental innovations; - Preparing and managing annual budgets for Exchange operations and development. Requirements: This is a senior position requiring big-picture strategic thinking, creativity, strong management skills and a track record of entrepreneurial success. Necessary background includes measurable experience developing online communities and knowledge of social media, online marketing and Web 2.0 technologies. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in corporate environmental issues and knows how to communicate effectively with executives from major companies of various industries. Specific qualifications include: - Significant entrepreneurial or start-up experience working in social media, web product development, or online community building; - Creative, results-driven leader with proven people management and team-building skills; - An MBA or other graduate degree related to business, policy or technology preferred. Web development, and content management skills a plus; - A minimum of 5 years of experience in knowledge/project management, business strategy, marketing or a related discipline including specific experience working with major corporations; - Demonstrated success at building new entrepreneurial initiatives, managing staff and achieving measurable results; - Enthusiasm for new products and technologies, especially Web 2.0, social networking, collaboration; - A passion for the environment and an appreciation for the opportunity for business to solve the environmental challenges of the future; - Exceptional written and oral communication skills; - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic and creative environment. Location: The preference for this position is in our Boston, MA office but candidates in Washington D.C. and San Francisco, CA will be considered. To apply: To ensure that we are able to review your application in an expedient manner, please send your cover letter, resume and salary requirements in confidence directly to: Melissa Clack Search Coordinator CEA Consulting CPPInnovationDirector@cearecruiting.com Please state the title of this position in the subject line of your email (e.g. Director, Environmental Innovation Exchange) and submit your cover letter and resume as separate file attachments. Please also let us know where you heard about this position. Environmental Defense Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities and the physically-challenged are encouraged to apply.
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