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You will support the development of targeted and high-value knowledge products drawn from the evidence of our work with communities around the world.  In particular, the role will focus on knowledge and research relating to our work with the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance and working directly with other colleagues across the Alliance’s nine partner organisations.

About you

We are looking for a passionate and committed individual, with proven experience of working with field teams and research professionals to produce high quality research and well-written knowledge products.

Accountabilities

• Working with country teams to capture best practice and case studies from their work through interviews and review of existing information
• Stakeholder interviews for case-studies relating to the themes – for example, ‘umbrella briefs’ focusing on Alliance best practice
• Desk research / literature reviews – informed by the Theme leads
• Support Theme leads with stakeholder surveys (mainly inside the Alliance) to establish capacity gaps, user needs and learning questions relating to the Alliance themes
• Using the learning captured to write knowledge products, focusing on learning for practice.

Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to produce excellent written content in English, including the ability to write to given content structures and for different audiences.
• Professional experience of carrying out literature reviews, desk research, developing research methodologies, conducting key informant interviews, and qualitative and quantitative analysis
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools – particularly collaboration tools such as Teams
• Experience of working in a complex multicultural and multisector environment
• Degree in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience.

ClientEarth is partnering with Altum Consulting in its search for a new Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO). ClientEarth is an innovative legal and environmental charity that uses the power of the law to fight against climate change and protect nature and the environment.

Over the last few years, ClientEarth has experienced a period of growth, strategy refresh and organisational development. There is a strong finance team in place and the previous Chief Finance Officer position has now been expanded to include wider operations.

Reporting directly to the CEO, Laura Clarke,, this critical role is responsible for leading ClientEarth’s international finance and operations teams, including Facilities, Procurement, IT, and Security – a global team, currently encompassing 55 colleagues. The role will work closely with the Board of Trustees, key funders, and the Director of Development, making significant contributions to organisational and programmatic strategy.

This role will offer a salary starting from £118,750 pa (London) / €125.240,69 pa gross / €8.997,18 pm gross (Brussels) (ClientEarth Executive Team band) plus benefits, including flexible working (a hybrid model combining home and office working), and a pension contribution with additional option of salary sacrifice.

Key duties will include:

• Strategic leadership of all financial and operational matters, ensuring the team’s objectives are aligned with organisational goals.
• Supporting the CEO in shaping the organisational business model and scaling global impact.
• Providing strategic financial planning to ensure resources meet desired impacts, including developing KPIs to monitor global financial strategy.
• Oversight of operational budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring.
• Ensuring financial compliance with UK Charity Commission regulations and across all international legal entities.
• Management of grant funding, including budgeting, tracking, reporting, and compliance with donor requirements.
• Leading the development and integration of financial and operational systems, streamlining processes, and driving efficiency.
• Overseeing investment management, treasury, and currency strategies to ensure financial resilience.
• Managing organisational risks and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance across all locations.
• Leading, empowering, and motivating the Finance and Operations teams, driving a collaborative and business-partnering approach.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified accountant (e.g., ACA/FCA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with substantial senior leadership experience, ideally in an INGO or multinational organisation.
• Have expertise in finance, planning, and budgetary control in a complex, geographically diverse organisation.
• Possess strategic experience overseeing operations, including IT, facilities management, procurement, security, and risk management.
• Demonstrate knowledge of charity accounting regulations and managing financial controls and compliance.
• Have a proven track record of managing grant funding, sub-granting, and external partner relationships.
• Be experienced in change management, developing systems, processes, and culture for a global organisation.
• Exhibit excellent influencing, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and collaborate across diverse teams and stakeholders,
• Align strongly with ClientEarth’s mission to create systemic change for a healthier planet.
• Have a strong alignment with ClientEarth’s values and commitment to our equity, diversity and inclusion strategy objectives,

To apply for this position or if you have any questions, please get in touch with Altum today. Clicking "apply" on this page will direct you to Altum's website where you can find further contact information.

Altum Consulting will be conducting first-stage interviews up until Friday, February 28th.

This position can be based in either the London or Brussels office (expectation of visible leadership in the office, 2-3 days per week).

One legal victory can change the system. Enough of them can change the future. At ClientEarth, we use the law to protect life on Earth. Learn more here.

Both Altum Group and ClientEarth value diversity and inclusion and the benefits these bring. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly from under-represented groups.

Please note: ClientEarth is only able to employ those with the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK or Belgium.

ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or services to third parties.

This role will have a thematic focus on public engagement in decision-making on climate change and nature. Involve has a commitment to use our skills, time and experience to address big challenges. Climate change is one of those big challenges and is a policy area where citizen engagement on both principles and practice is vital.  It, and Net Zero in particular, risk becoming a polarised and politicised issue where there is little room for considered, inclusive decision making. We want Involve’s approach to offer a way through difficult issues like low emission zones and other challenges in a way that centres social justice and equity. 

We have a significant track record in public deliberation on climate change. We ran the first Climate Assembly in the UK and have since delivered a number of projects in this area including the People’s Plan for Nature. We have developed a reputation for best practice public dialogue, deliberation and capacity building. We want to grasp the opportunity for deliberative practices to make a real contribution to the change needed to respond to the climate crisis. 

This role will primarily sit within our Innovation and Practice (I&P) function but will work closely with our Capacity Building and Standards (CB&S) and Advocacy and Communications (A&C) functions. 

The I&P function is responsible for the deliberative, dialogic and participatory projects and processes that we run. The CB&S function aims to build capacity both inside and outside of public institutions to embed the processes, skills, structures and cultures needed for effective public participation in decision-making. The A&C function aims to build political and public understanding of and support for making participation and deliberation an everyday, integral part of our democracy. 

The Climate Engagement Lead will play a central role in taking Involve’s work on climate, environment and the just transition forward. It will mean a collaborative approach -  co-creating and coordinating our strategy on public engagement through a cross functional work group. 

The job will also involve leading several of our major climate change and nature projects, including the UKRI Thriving Places project; maintaining and growing our reputation in climate and environment networks; and communicating the contribution we can make and impact that we are having. Importantly, this role will work closely with others also working on these areas of work.

We're looking for a Science Advisor to help ensure that the best available science is used to support climate litigation around the world.

ABOUT THE ROLE. CLN is a non-profit foundation that supports partners across the world to drive stronger climate action through litigation against high-emitting actors. We are now looking for a new Science Advisor to play a critical role in bridging the gap between science and law in the context of climate litigation, including by supporting the translation of key legal concepts and standards into actionable remedies in climate cases.  This is a new post that offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to climate action as we approach 2030, and to shape this new post within CLN. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting legal teams on how best available science can be integrated to support and strengthen their legal and advocacy strategies, and advising on effective ways to present scientific data to national and regional courts.

• Assessing scientific and evidentiary gaps in ongoing and future climate cases, and working with CLN staff and external partners – including academic and scientific institutions – to explore ways to address those gaps in a manner consistent with legal principles.

• Supporting the translation of legal standards into scientific standards. For instance, translating the legal standards presented by the European Court of Human Rights in the KlimaSeniorinnen case into relevant national carbon budget reports, and exploring the implications of key principles of international environmental law to States’ or corporations’ mitigation efforts.

• Acting as a bridge between the legal and scientific communities.
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with leading climate scientists, academic institutions, and researchers.
  • Facilitating collaborations to ensure that legal teams have access to top-tier scientific expertise to support their cases.
  • Identifying opportunities to communicate the needs of the climate litigation community to relevant scientists (i.e. at conferences, workshops, expert meetings).

• Conducting ongoing research and preparing clear, concise briefing notes and explanations on key scientific issues for CLN staff and external partners.

Given this is a new role in the organisation and the evolving nature of the climate litigation field, we expect that there may be changes to how this role works in practice once the right candidate is in post.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

This is an exciting new role and we're keen to hear from people with relevant skills and experience coupled with a passion for climate justice.

Essential Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:

• Academic qualifications: Undergraduate degree in climate science, environmental science, geoscience, or a related field, with a strong academic record.
• Technical expertise: Proficiency in data analysis and modelling using R and/or Python.
• Ability to build and maintain a network of contacts in the scientific community, fostering collaborations and partnerships.
• Excellent science communication skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences, including legal professionals and non-specialists.
• Research and analytical skills: Strong research, analytical, and drafting skills, with the ability to distil complex scientific information into clear, actionable insights.
• Ability to think ‘outside of the box’: Willingness to work alongside a broad range of experts to explore how we can apply existing knowledge and expertise to solve novel legal problems.
• Personal attributes: Highly motivated, reliable, and able to work independently while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Strong alignment with CLN’s values and commitment to our vision and mission, and a commitment to building a trust-based, inclusive and empowering organisation.
• Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

 Desirable Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:

• PhD or equivalent professional experience in climate science or a relevant discipline.
• Work experience: 3–6 years of post-university experience (or equivalent academic experience) in the field of climate change, climate policy, or a related area.
• Existing scientific network: Established network of scientific and academic contacts, particularly those working on climate change and environmental issues.
• Multilingual abilities: Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable, though not essential.

We know that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria above, we still encourage you to apply. 

WHY JOIN CLN?

• The unique opportunity to work for a mission-driven organisation at the cutting edge of climate litigation, and contribute to the climate justice movement worldwide.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team of highly skilled professionals who combine their expertise with a passion to make a difference.
• The space to shape and continuously develop your role.
• A flexible hybrid work environment, with opportunities for temporary remote work.

PLEASE NOTE:

This role can be based in either London or Amsterdam.

Salary is from £42,500 / €50,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

We are advertising this role at 0.6FTE on a fixed term contract, but are happy to consider additional hours and/or a consultancy contract for the right candidate.

All candidates must have existing right to work in the UK or the Netherlands.  We cannot sponsor visas.

The Role 

At FILE, we know that bringing our partners together in person is key to driving legal action on climate change. We’re looking for a Convening Manager to help us deliver impactful events that inspire collaboration and progress. 

This role is about more than logistics; it’s about creating meaningful experiences. You’ll lead the planning and execution of FILE’s convenings—gatherings that bring our global partners together for at least a day, often longer. Creating a FILE experience strategically across all of our convenings. You’ll work closely with teams across FILE and externally to ensure each event runs smoothly and aligns with our mission. 

Our convenings take place worldwide, with 2025 events planned in the Netherlands, the UK, Australia, South Africa, and Brazil. Attendance would be needed at each convening where possible. 

This is an exciting, unique opportunity to bring your global event management skills to a growing organisation making a real impact. We’re looking for someone eager to engage with diverse stakeholders, think creatively and strategically about event design, and contribute to our mission but also comfortable with the day-to-day operational side of making the event a success. 

Most work will follow European business hours, but early morning or late evening calls will be needed—at least once per week. 

We encourage candidates passionate about embedding equity, inclusion, and diversity into every aspect of the attendee experience to apply. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and manage all aspects of event planning including location research, venue sourcing, budgets, attendee management matching, working to a brief developed by FILE leads. Equity, diversity and inclusion are important considerations when deciding on location and are reflected in visa considerations, travel time etc. 

• Lead the event planning process, acting as a coordinator with FILE staff in relation to each event 

• Lead budget development for events based on briefs from, and liaison with, FILE’s relevant leads. 

• Coordinate FILE staff attendance at major international events such as COP30 

• Experience in stakeholder management and coordination both internally and externally 

• Manage the accommodation and travel booking process for attendee accommodation and hotels (with FILE’s preferred travel platform) with a focus on ensuring accessibility for all participants 

• Lead communications to attendees through management of guest administration such as invitee and attendee lists, keeping inclusive language and incorporating translation where necessary. 

• Support attendees with visa requirements such as drafting letters of invitation. 

• Comply with legal, insurance, health,  and safety regulations at all times. 

• Provide risk management and mitigation advice as part of ongoing risk assessment and management. 

• Provide coordination between FILE and event facilitators or other key stakeholders 

• Conduct scouting trips (if necessary) to visit potential venues or liaise with FILE staff in those regions to ensure suitability of venues. 

• Manage event execution by being on-site (for mid-large-scale events) or briefing relevant FILE staff for small-scale events and being remotely available to check-in / troubleshoot 

• Build and retain indexes on venues and suppliers 

• Support the refinement of FILE’s convening strategy with the Head of Fieldbuilding and Networks and act as a scout for ideas or methods to improve event design and experience 

• Experience and knowledge of sustainability concerns and mitigations. 

About you 

We know that long lists of criteria can be discouraging and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria below, we still encourage you to apply. 

We also recognise that skills and experience can be gained in unexpected places, so we welcome applications from candidates who feel they have relevant skills for the role, gained from a wide range of professional, lived and learned experiences. 

• Demonstrated experience in managing development, planning and execution of multiple events (Experience essential, a formal qualification is desirable)

• Demonstrates extensive understanding of how event design and attendee experience affects the nature and value of meeting outcomes. 

• Willing to undertake all the administrative tasks relating to event management and planning. 

• Project Management skills, particularly in planning multiple events (at different stages) simultaneously 

• Experience working internationally with stakeholders across the world, including in Africa, South America, SE Asia 

• Language Skills (English essential; Spanish and/or French fluency strongly preferred; other languages, including Portuguese, Indonesian desirable) 

• Experience in working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders 

• Strong written and oral communication skills to particularly with the intention to inform and to liaise with attendees 

• Experience and enthusiasm for working in international and multicultural environments with a sensitivity and curiosity about different perspectives. 

• Interested in event design and how to improve events to achieve their objectives 

• Sympathy with the mission of the Foundation for International Law for the Environment 

• Entrepreneurial approach

• Willingness to Travel internationally at least four times per year, with destinations likely to include Netherlands, USA, South Africa, Indonesia

About FILE 

The Foundation for International Law for the Environment (FILE) was set up in 2018 to be the major philanthropic regrantor scaling up legal action globally to tackle the climate and biodiversity crisis. 

We work as movement enablers, campaign strategists, and impact funders, using the law in pursuit of three interconnected system-level goals: 

• Reducing net greenhouse gas emissions to protect the climate 

• Safeguarding nature 

• Delivering climate and environmental justice 

We pursue these goals by supporting legal action, growing the strength of the climate and biodiversity legal movement globally and enabling people and movements to use legal action to shift narratives. 

As movement enablers, campaign strategists, and impact funders, we do not bring litigation or other legal action ourselves. As a regrantor, FILE is not an endowed foundation, but rather we engage in fundraising to secure resources to support our partners globally. 

Location 

FILE has offices in London and the Netherlands, and a small hub of staff in Australia, US East Coast, South Africa and Brazil. Otherwise, we look to employ staff remotely in the regions where our partners are based. We are advertising this role for candidates based (and with the right to work) in the UK, or the Netherlands but will also consider applications from other locations where we are able to do so.

Please note, therefore, that you will see this role advertised in multiple locations but that we are only hiring for one position. Please apply to the job post for your preferred location. 

Working for FILE 

FILE is a collaborative community of individuals who share a passion for climate, nature, and justice. We bring together knowledge and experience to support our mission. 

Our people are empowered to lead their work both individually and as part of a wider team in order to make impactful change. As a relatively young organisation with the ambitious mission to change global systems, our roles are ideally suited to those who are highly strategic, flexible and adaptable, and open to growing in line with the Foundation. 

FILE is committed to challenging inequality and values diversity, equity and justice in all areas of life. Our mission, work and impact is global, with staff and partners from across the world and a range of lived experiences. We firmly believe that we are strengthened by the diversity of our partners and staff. 

At FILE, we actively work to create an inclusive culture where colleagues feel welcomed, heard and supported to succeed and thrive. 

How FILE supports its staff 

FILE is committed to creating a workplace that supports our staff to do their best work and develop professionally. FILE offer a generous annual leave policy and additional time-off work to support wellbeing. Amongst other benefits, FILE offers private healthcare and a contribution to a pension scheme. 

FILE is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and encourage candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our team to apply. 
Join us in making a tangible difference in the fight against climate change by creating spaces where diverse voices come together to drive impactful solutions. 

Applications 

Please apply on our website and upload your CV. In the cover letter, please explain how your experience and skills fit the person specification, but we do recognise that you may not feel you can speak to all the criteria listed above. 

This role is open for applications immediately. If you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. The role will close on the 10th February but we hope to interview before then so please do apply sooner rather than later.

Role: Communications and Influencer Relations Manager 

Location: Remote (UK hours with some flexibility)

Contract type: 12 months, with the intention to make permanent

Salary: £35-45,000 (depending on experience)

Working pattern: Full time 

Benefits include: 35 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays; open to flexible working

Closing date: 26 February 2025

INTRO

Iswe is a social impact foundation dedicated to finding ways to put people at the heart of social and political decision-making to solve some of society’s greatest challenges.

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced communications and influencer relationship specialist to play a pivotal role, primarily in our flagship initiative: the Global Citizens’ Assembly for People and Planet. 

THE ROLE
The Communications and Influencer Relations Manager will play a critical role in elevating Iswe's initiatives, with a primary focus on the Global Citizens' Assembly for People and Planet. By designing and executing communications strategies, engaging influencers and building relationships, this position ensures the Assembly’s transformative work reaches a global audience and inspires meaningful action.

ABOUT THE GLOBAL CITIZENS’ ASSEMBLY FOR PEOPLE AND PLANET
A flagship initiative of Iswe, the Global Citizens' Assembly for People and Planet is an innovative, inclusive platform that empowers citizens worldwide to contribute to critical global decisions on climate. By bringing together diverse voices, the Assembly serves as a model for reimagining governance, ensuring that people and planet are at the centre of decision-making.

This role will focus on amplifying the impact and visibility of the Assembly in the lead up to, and following, COP30 in Brazil in November 2025, using comms and influencer engagement to inspire global participation and collaboration. 

If you believe in the wisdom of everyday people, are values-driven, self-reflective, creative, curious, agile, flexible and enthusiastic, if you want to do work that learns and grows from all the richness each of us brings – where we welcome learning from a diverse array of life experiences, cultures, and backgrounds, if you can bring positivity and accountability to your work, if you strive for brilliance, challenges excite you and if you would speak with authenticity and dedication about our work, we want to hear from you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Influencer engagement management

• Identify and engage influencers through social listening and outreach, ensuring alignment with GCA strategic goals.

• Coordinate onboarding and activation for influencers, including developing kits with assets, hashtags, and impact data.

• Act as the primary point of contact for influencers and media outlets across GCA campaigns.

PR and Media 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets and journalists, pitching content and securing coverage for GCA initiatives.

• Manage the creation of press materials, including press releases, briefing documents, and media kits.

Content development and digital engagement

• Develop and manage engaging content for digital platforms, including blogs and social media posts to a very high standard.

• Support storytelling initiatives, collaborating with the Comms Director and Advocacy team to amplify key narratives.

Event communications support

• Coordinate communications for events, including managing network follow-ups, influencer activations and media outreach.

• Ensure alignment between event messaging and broader GCA goals.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Use social listening tools to monitor effort impact and identify optimisation.

• Prepare performance reports for campaigns and present actionable insights to be shared with funders and stakeholders.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-6 years of experience in communications, PR, influencer marketing, and media relations.

• Strong skills in identifying and activating influencers at various levels (high-profile, micro, and mid-tier).

• Proven ability to execute multi-channel campaigns and engage diverse stakeholders.

• Familiarity with social listening tools and data-driven campaign analysis.

• A self-starter with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Ideal Profile

• Strategic thinker with a passion for global governance and sustainability.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Existing relationships across media outlets.

• Adaptable and collaborative, thriving in dynamic and fast-paced environments.

• Experience working on climate, sustainability, or democracy-focused initiatives is a plus.

A NOTE ABOUT REPRESENTATION

We know that building a team representative of wider society fosters creativity and innovation. We welcome people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences and are committed to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly welcome applications from candidates who are disabled, Black, Asian or from other minority ethnic backgrounds, who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community, or identify as from a lower or disadvantaged socioeconomic background as these groups are currently under-represented on our staff team.

ABOUT ISWE

We believe that many of the crises we face today - health, climate, the cost of living etc - are symptoms of failing governance structures, and that putting people in the driving seat of decision-making will transform our futures for the better. Our current strategy focuses on innovations around citizens’ assemblies (and similar deliberative processes), public services and the relationship between politicians and the communities they serve.

Our team has decades of experience in democratic innovation. Recent projects include Global Assembly for COP26, Good Help and The Future Armenian. Iswe is a fast-growing foundation, dedicated to empowering citizens to play a leading role in the decision-making that affects their lives. 

Our work is founded on strong values, including openness, transparency and humility. We believe that when ‘I’ (an individual) becomes ‘we’ (part of the collective), the results are transformational. We are actively working to build a healthy culture, rooted in care and characterised by being self-organising and self-reflective. We are committed to addressing the dynamics of oppression in ourselves and our work.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable weather and climate scientist to join us at The Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS) as the Science Engagement Officer.

This is an exciting career opportunity for an individual who is keen to use their skills and knowledge to make a positive impact and advance the understanding of weather and climate in society through informal education. In this role, you will provide scientific support across science engagement project development, delivery and wider RMetS team operations. Reporting to the Science Engagement Manager, you will have responsibility for developing training materials and co-delivering sessions for our climate change communication training, and you will deliver RMetS early career initiatives such as our career events. You will also create engaging content for various RMetS activities and stakeholders, and work with the media to enhance public awareness of weather and climate.

If you have a passion for weather and climate science coupled with a relevant PhD or Master’s degree with industry experience, this could be the perfect role for you.

What you will do in the role:

• Develop training materials and co-deliver sessions for our RMetS training programme, including climate change communication training.
• Deliver youth and early career activities including events, training, the RMetS mentoring scheme, publishing and membership initiatives.
• Support RMetS career activities, producing career guidance, booklets and running workshops.
• Work alongside the RMetS Membership and Accreditation Manager to develop and maintain the Student Ambassador Scheme.
• Generate content across RMetS activities including scientific publishing, events, special projects and COP/IPCC initiatives.
• Support increasing opportunities for engagement with the media, deliver regular interviews, and work on activities to improve the communication of academic research into mainstream media.
• Design and deliver public engagement activities, e.g. Weather Photographer of the Year touring exhibition, citizen science projects, and outreach training.
• Work with the RMetS Science Engagement Fellows on Insurance Special Interest Group and Energy Special Interest Group sector-specific projects and their associated outputs.
• Support ad hoc formal education initiatives.

Essential criteria you will need to demonstrate:

• A background in weather and climate, either through: a PhD in a scientific field relevant to weather and climate; OR a Master’s degree within a scientific field relevant to weather and climate, with a minimum of three subsequent years working in industry.
• Extensive knowledge across weather and climate, and evidence of involvement in activities to ensure ongoing current knowledge across diverse areas.
• Experience in communicating scientific concepts and information to a different range of stakeholders (for example policy makers, the wider scientific and social science community, or the general public).
• A friendly and open-minded approach, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a small team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to prepare documentation for outside stakeholders and willing to communicate with the media.
• A people person who has the confidence to proactively reach out to and communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills including the ability to manage time effectively, balance multiple projects with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to think creatively, be innovative and embrace new ideas and ways of working.

Desirable skills

• Experience and keenness in public engagement and science engagement activities to a variety of audiences.

What you can expect when you work for the Royal Meteorological Society 

• Hybrid working, 2 days per week at home and 3 days per week at the RMetS Headquarters in Reading (Tuesday to Thursday).
• Permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week), with options to consider flexible working.
• 25 days holiday per year in addition to 8 public holidays and an extra day off on your birthday. 
• 10% employer pension contributions. 
• Private healthcare.

If you would like to grow in this challenging and exciting Science Engagement Officer position, working in a well-respected and internationally renowned charitable organisation with Royal charter, we would love to hear from you. For more information about us, please visit our website.

Recruitment information and timetable 

• The deadline for applications is Friday 14th March 2025.
• To apply please click the link and apply through CharityJobs, with a full CV and detailed cover letter explaining how you meet the essential criteria for this role.
• Interviews are expected to take place once the deadline for applications has closed with some flexibility for interview times outside of core working hours.
• The Royal Meteorological Society values diversity of background and perspective and is committed to treating all people equally and with respect irrespective of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We value diversity of background and perspective.
• We are particularly committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. As part of this commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role they have applied for and we will proactively consider all reasonable adjustments to facilitate employment with us. If you wish to apply under this scheme, please indicate this in your covering letter.

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a client of ours who seeks someone with exceptional EA skills and experience to support their busy and multi-faceted work life within the charity and environmental sector. The role is mostly remote with 1 day per month in West London and hours worked flexibly spread over 4 - 5 days per week (Monday-Friday). Salary is depending on experience and will be pro rata the full time amount advertised.

As EA you will:

• Manage a busy email inbox, keep track of multiple events, deadlines and relevant developments that may impact on my client’s work or their diary and support her by briefing her when she is too busy to look at emails. 
• Manage a busy diary and arrange meetings, book events and lunches/dinners
• Respond to meeting requests and draft responses to other emails or letters as required
• Ensure my client is well prepared and briefed for meetings and events
• Anticipate what will be needed and use your initiative to meet these needs

The ideal applicant will: 

• Have experience of providing Senior PA or EA support at Senior Executive level and be comfortable and confident liaising at this level and with public figures on occasion.
• Be incredibly organised and able to prioritise and respond to short notice requests and changes.
• Be good at synthesising lots of information and providing succinct summaries and on occasions carrying out some research on relevant topics for our client.
• Ideally have an interest in and some knowledge of environmental issues. 
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to get to know people, build rapport and trust very quickly.
• Have excellent IT skills – especially in Microsoft Office packages and Teams but a general good understanding of IT and IT equipment.
• Be a practical, positive, problem solver who can always offer possible solutions.
• Work with the utmost discretion and strict confidentiality
• Have excellent written communication skills to be able to draft professional emails and letters on behalf of my client.
• Be able to work alone and on their own initiative for much of their working time in a suitable home working space and work from West London 1 days per month.
• Be able to occasionally work on a non-working day or outside of usual work time to meet business/diary need. 
• Have an existing right to work in the UK.

To Apply:

Please submit a CV clearly showing how you meet the above criteria and a note to say why you are interested in the role, confirming your ideal working pattern and salary expectations. Please highlight any experience in, or knowledge of, the environmenal sector.

Application Deadline: 23rd February.

First Interview will be by video call with the client on the 11th or 12th March. Please try to keep these dates free as invitations will be sent week commencing 3rd March. 

Second interviews will be in person in London on the 17 or 18th March.

**Immediate start available after these interview dates subject to satisfactory references and right to work in the UK checks.**

A fantastic opportunity to join a global sustainability non-profit organisation as their Director of Communications, for a 12-18 month FTC, joining their Senior Leadership Team, based in London.

This is a unique opportunity to make your mark in a rapidly developing organisation during a critical period for global climate and nature efforts. You will own and deliver the Communications strategy and lead a team of 10 across Internal Communications, Storytelling & Data Insights, and Media Relations and Spokesperson Engagement teams to build the charity’s brand and profile. You will further develop their brand and external profile and build strong partnerships globally. The team are amazing and talented, they have great staff retention and provide a fast-paced working environment!

It is essential you have the following:

• A strong existing network in the corporate sustainability, ESG data or climate policy space, including media.

• Demonstrable ability to apply strategic priorities and value proposition to high-quality storytelling, media announcements, events, interviews and market collaborations.

• Advanced knowledge of environmental issues, market data needs and the direction of travel on key climate and nature data topics.

• Experience working with partners to deliver data analysis and insights.

• Experience in leading large, global, diverse and distributed teams and developing strong collaborative, accessible and inclusive working relationships to succeed together.

• Accountability for financial performance of a global function.

• A proven ability to build and maintain an effective top-tier journalist network.

Please apply ASAP, as the charity is reviewing applications on a rolling basis. I look forward to discussing the opportunity with you.

• Salary £90,000 - £110,000 depending on experience

• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays. Generous non-contributory pension provision.

• 12- 18 months, paternity cover contract. Looking to start as soon as possible.

• Central London- Hybrid, 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.

Please note, only applicants who meet the essential criteria will be considered and contacted. You will also need the right to work in the UK.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Drive Impact and Help Protect Our Planet

Seeking a passionate Fundraising Executive looking to make a real difference. We’re an innovative environmental charity working to protect the world’s wildlife and wild places. Join our team and help drive transformational change through innovative fundraising.

As our Fundraising Executive, you won’t just be raising funds – you’ll be powering groundbreaking conservation projects, protecting endangered species, and fighting climate change. You’ll build strong relationships with donors, create compelling grant applications, and develop creative fundraising campaigns that inspire action.

We need a dynamic and driven individual who:

• Has at least two years’ experience in fundraising, bid writing, or new business development.
• Possess strong story-telling and communication skills, confident in writing funding proposals and making financial asks.
• Thrives in a start-up culture, bringing fresh ideas and innovative fundraising solutions.
• Is proactive and data-savvy, using insights to shape and enhance fundraising strategies.
• Shares our passion for the natural world and wants to be part of something groundbreaking.

What We Offer

• Flexible Working: Hybrid role with at least one day a week in our London office.
• Career development opportunities and training.
• Great benefits: 25 days leave (pro rata), pension scheme, birthday leave, conservation day, and free perks at our co-working space.

Apply Today!

If you’re ready to take your fundraising career to the next level and make a lasting impact on our planet, we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s change the future, together

Green New Deal Rising is looking for a Scotland Campaigner who can lead our campaigning in Scotland in the run up to the 2026 Holyrood elections.

Green New Deal Rising is building a movement of young people from every part of the UK to fight for a response to the climate crisis that totally transforms our economy to deliver a safe climate and fairer society. We believe in people power, and through a combination of disrupting the political system and reaching into our communities, we plan to make the Green New Deal an era-defining issue. Over the last few years, we have built our movement in Scotland, running the SNP: No More Talk campaign until Spring 2024.

This year, we’re pushing harder than ever to build people and political power to win a Green New Deal. We’re ramping up our Scotland campaign in the run up to the 2026 Holyrood elections, where we will make our generation’s voice heard - climate justice must be the number one priority for a new Scottish government. 

So, we’re now looking for a politically-savvy campaigner in Scotland to deliver this work. This role will lead our campaigning outputs in Scotland, develop our campaign strategy and organise our local teams to take sustained action over the next 12 months leading up to the election. You will be an excellent communicator, with a hunger to get into the news cycle and change the agenda and a good understanding of Scottish politics and devolution. You will be a champion of people power and excited about engaging and building relationships with a wide range of people, from volunteers to MSPs.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in progressive movements and we’re committed to doing what we can to correct this. We are particularly keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; people with disabilities; people who identify as being LGTBQIA; people who have a mental health condition; and people who identify as working-class or have done so in the past.

CLOSING DATE: This is a rolling job advertisement, we will actively be checking applications and organising interviews. The advert will be closed once we find the right candidate.

We are the UK’s leading school grounds, outdoor learning and play charity. With a focus on supporting schools and early years settings, we develop and deliver expert-led projects that make a real impact on children's education and well-being to improve the overall state of childhood. Our work is driven by the belief that outdoor learning and play should be part of every school day, and we provide the resources, training, and funding to help educators unlock their potential.

We are looking for a creative and strategic CEO to lead our team of passionate professionals who work across the UK.

Can you bring your excellent communication skills, strategic thinking, and ability to lead and motivate teams to deliver our business objectives?

Could your experience of negotiating and influencing help us continue to champion the development of climate-ready, future-proof school grounds?

Will you embrace the complexity of managing a charity across the four nations, using your critical thinking and public speaking skills to raise awareness of our mission?

If you’re ready to help shape the future of outdoor learning and play in schools, we’d love to hear from you.

Permanent, part-time (4 days per week)

Remote working with regular meetings in London

Immediate start

About us

Sustainability First is a leading UK think tank and charity that acts as a critical friend to businesses, regulators, governments, and civil society, to create more sustainable energy and water sectors in the UK. We work tirelessly to advocate for policies that support environmental and consumer protection and to engage the public through accessible and impactful communication. We believe that it is possible to create a thriving economy that respects environmental limits and enables social equity.

About the role

We are seeking an analytical thinker with a curiosity-driven mindset and a collaborative approach to working. This role will be central to our ongoing success as a highly regarded independent research organisation, building an evidence base in favour of embedding sustainability principles into business practices, regulatory and public policy thinking. You will help to amplify our voice with decisionmakers, including business leaders, senior officials in central government, regulatory bodies, and amongst politicians, helping to shape public policy and legislation for a socially equitable and environmentally sustainable economy.

Ideally, you will have a sector-specific understanding (energy and/or water utilities), including familiarity with key policies and strategies, such as Net Zero targets, climate adaptation strategies, and consumer vulnerability protections. You will be able to draft practical policy recommendations, informed by evidence and stakeholder input, and be familiar with key players, including government departments, regulators, consumer groups, industry bodies, and environmental organizations. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a core role in our charity, as well as make a tangible impact on the environment and social equity in the UK.

The post will be primarily based remotely, working from home, but with access to shared office space in Camden and Monument in London. Our board of trustees meet twice a year in person in central London (and twice more online), and our Executive Director is often in London for meetings once or twice a week. You must also be able to attend occasional meetings in central London and be willing to travel (infrequently) within the UK.

For further details about the role, please download the job description.

How to apply

Please click the apply button to be taken to our vacancies page. 

When applying, please submit a CV (no more than three pages of A4) and covering letter that sets out how you meet the selection criteria for this role. Please also complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form. 

Closing date: Sunday 8th February 2025.

Interviews will be online via Microsoft Teams in February.

We apologise that due to the expected high levels of applications we may not be able to reply to all candidates. If you have not heard from us by 28th February, please assume you have not been shortlisted.

Sustainability First is an equal opportunities employer and promotes equity, diversity and inclusion through its work, and through its employment practices. You must be able to work in the UK to take up this role.

Role

NSAP Project Manager

Reporting to:

Project Seagrass CEO

Salary:

£42, 000

Contract:

Fixed term – 15 months

Hours of work:

Full time, 35 hours per week, flexible hours, to include weekend and bank holiday working as required.

Location:

Project Seagrass Headquarters, Unit 1 Garth Drive, Brackla Industrial Estate, Bridgend, CF31 2AQ (with regular travel required across Wales including some hot desking at Seagrass Network Cymru member organisations)

Introduction

Seagrass Network Cymru (SNC) is a collaborative platform that provides a unified voice to secure a future for seagrass in Wales. The SNC is a network of organisations and individuals with an interest in seagrass protection and restoration in Wales, it comprises of NGOs, academics, government and management agencies and the private sector. The network works to increase public awareness of the value seagrass meadows across Wales, share expert knowledge and drive coordinated action to support the protection and enhancement of Welsh seagrass meadows into the future through improved science, monitoring, management and education.

The National Seagrass Action Plan (NSAP) was developed in 2024 by SNC. The NSAP outlines actions to be taken over the next five years to contribute to the achievement of the overall vision: Welsh seagrass meadows have been recovered and are supporting biodiverse, healthy and productive marine ecosystems, vibrant communities, a sustainable economy and making a valuable contribution to the climate emergency response. This work takes a pan-Wales approach to seagrass habitat recovery by developing a long-term mechanism for coordinated action and will provide a blueprint for broader seascape revival. The NSAP outlines the need to map Wales’s seagrass, identify key evidence gaps for scaled recovery, improve community awareness of the value of seagrass to the climate and biodiversity crises, and develop community focussed approaches to conservation and restoration.

Overview

In the first 15 months the NSAP Project Manager will work with SNC partners to translate the NSAP into an implementable plan with a strong governance framework. They will also deliver secretariat duties for the continued operation of SNC and support the development of a financing model to generate further external funding to deliver on actions specified within the plan.

This role will sit initially within SNC member organisation, Project Seagrass, but in line with the long-term vision of the plan, the role will collaborate and coordinate across network member organisations and beyond.

It is anticipated that a strengthened, robust NSAP, endorsed by government, will catalyse further investment to scale up the work required beyond this first 15 months.

SNC Objectives

1. Identify and address evidence gaps drawing on expertise from the SNC and other associated networks.
2. Improve community awareness of the value of seagrass and nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crises by providing examples and opportunities for community participation in monitoring and restoration work.
3. Coordinate the piloting of community focussed approaches in North Wales and Pembrokeshire to reduce localised pressures and provide a blueprint for national implementation. This will build on existing work across Welsh SACs.

Purpose of the role:

The Project Manager will coordinate delivery of the NSAP, performing a secretariat function for the SNC and ensuring a delivery-focused approach that clearly defines who is responsible and how the initiatives are driven.

The role will focus on coalition building, integrating existing work and reports, and enhancing knowledge and mapping. This coordinated approach will facilitate the successful execution and scaling of SNC conservation activities.

Key duties & responsibilities:

· Drive continued development of the National Seagrass Action Plan, including the design of a strong and robust governance structure future proofing delivery of the Plan’s long-term objectives.

· Contribute to the ongoing development of an effective and sustainable strategy for NSAP delivery, distilling into individual implementation work packages

· Co-ordinate with external partner and network members to ensure cohesive logistics planning and project/objective delivery.

· Manage and supervise staff assigned to support delivery of year one objectives, ensuring effective performance.

· Provide necessary levels of leadership, direction, support and advice to staff to ensure coordination and effective teamwork.

· Manage all work packages and associated administrative activities and functions of SNC as related to the NSAP; initiating, coordinating, and implementing systems, policies and procedures, ensuring maximum efficiency.

· Review and improve governance structure and systems for the effective implementation of the NSAP

· Responsible for the proper auditing and reporting of all operational activities and projects and ensuring accurate and up to date records are maintained of work undertaken

· Responsible for maintaining and developing systems of monitoring that can capture and analyse performance data to track progress of projects

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Values

· Demonstrable evidence of taking pride in delivering professional services and solutions

· Ability to work together in an environment of equity, trust and respect

· A commitment to improving the environment and acting in a responsible environmental manner

Qualifications

· Degree or advanced qualification in a relevant field

Experience

· A minimum of five years’ experience of operational and/or project management in a related post

· Experience in strategy development

· Confident line manager with experience of building, leading and motivating teams

· Knowledge of UK marine systems and policy

Knowledge and skills

· Confident in building and developing partnerships with external and internal stakeholders, able to influence different audiences

· Excellent leadership skills, always leading by example

· Ability to work independently and self-motivate

· Excellent IT skills

· Evidence of excellent communication skills including report writing and presentations

· Knowledge of the marine sector in the UK (marine systems/policy frameworks

Desirable

· Field experience of UK marine systems

· Experience operating in the charity, conservation or third sector in the UK

· Ability to speak Welsh

· Seagrass knowledge/experience

Additional Information

All applicants will need to have an existing right to work (visa) in the UK.

Application Deadline: 7th February 2025