This position is hybrid and can be based in WRI Europe (The Netherlands or The UK) or WRI US. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position. This is a 50% part-time role. This can also include a secondment opportunity
About the Program:
Through its network of global and local experts, WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities supports city- and national-level change for people and the planet, focusing on integrated solutions to new and long-standing urban challenges, in the Global South. The WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities’ One Atmosphere programme is committed to accelerating human and ecosystem health by identifying and addressing the causes of air pollution. We manage several programmes, including the Clean Air Catalyst. The Clean Air Catalyst, a flagship initiative of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID - Cooperative Agreement), is a global partnership led by WRI and the Environmental Defense Fund and supported by seven global atmospheric science, public health, media, and policy partners. By combining scientific analysis, community engagement and strategic coalition building, the Clean Air Catalyst focuses on locally tailored, cost-effective and sustainable air quality interventions that can help reduce air pollution and achieve health, climate and equity goals.
Job Highlight:
What will you do:
Gender and Equity Project Leadership:
Provide thought leadership and strategic input to project leadership (both global and pilot) for how the Clean Air Catalyst can integrate gender and equity, including developing specific source awareness and solution and coalition building activities to be implemented by pilot and project partners Coordinate and guide pilot gender teams including tracking implementation of gender activities and partner and stakeholder engagement including organizing and hosting biweekly gender team callsEngage with USAID project leaders on gender and equity outcomes, approaches, project management needs and future gender project activities including leading monthly updates to USAID during regular check in callsProvide technical and capacity building guidance to project teams and partners around gender and equity best practices and approaches as subject matter expertProject Management:
Participate in Clean Air Catalyst partnership, global and pilot project management meetings Coordinate with science, communication, and health teams to ensure gender and equity is integrated and highlighted in relevant activities, research, and communication efforts Write and review annual project work plan and annual reports, draft publications and other research and communications materials developed by the Clean Air Catalyst project and partners to ensure integration of gender and equity activities, goals and objectives Coordinate with MEL specialist to develop and implement gender indicator definitions, targets, and monitoring and tracking efforts. Gender and Equity Outreach and Communication Author and review blogs and communication materials to include gender and equity including providing talking points to institutional leaders for international forums and events Support cultivation and inclusion of gender and equity stakeholders in Clean Air Catalyst activities including gender and equity focused civil society organizations, government representatives and policy makers, and women-based civil society organizations to achieve gender equality and women empowerment goals and objectives Help design and participate in webinars, podcasts and workshops to highlight gender equity project approaches, findings and insight
What will you need:
Opportunity summary:
Location: WRI Europe (The Hague or London), WRI US
Start date: Upon mutual agreement with candidate
Type of Contract: Part-time (~20 hours per week)
Length of Contract: 2 years
Potential Salary: €67,000 to €84,000 if based in the Netherlands
£53,000 to £67,000 if based in the UK
Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors
How to Apply: Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of October 22, 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.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.