This role is based in London. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.
About the Program:
The Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU) is a self-governed coalition of organisations and individuals working collaboratively to achieve a shared objective: the urgent transformation of food and land use systems to deliver a better future for people, nature and climate. FOLU supports science-based solutions and helps to build a shared understanding of the challenges and opportunities to unlock collective action.
Job Highlight:
Reporting to the Partnerships Director, you will drive the delivery of a range of strategic priorities for the team throughout 2024. This will include: the establishment of a new FOLU Platform; strategic management of the FOLU global Ambassador network; the creation of new Strategic Partnerships; and supporting the successful establishment of a new international Alliance of countries determined to transform their food systems with the pace and urgency that the science demands, to be launched at COP28.
You will be supported by Partnerships and Coalition Coordinator who will report into you, and the Partnerships Director, who will provide strategic guidance and oversight.
What will you do:
Strategic Project Research and Delivery (50%):
Partnerships and Coalition Management (30%):
Communications and Events (10%):
Staff Management (10%):
What will you need:
Potential Salary: The salary range for this role is £44,000 to £53,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.
How to Apply: Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of 28 November 2023. You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
About Us:
Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence and Respect.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment; we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
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