Chief Advisor Climate Change

Chief Advisor Climate Change

Ref: REQ000838

£56,297 to £65,000pa

Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working

This is a UK based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Evidence of your Right to Work will be checked prior to interview.

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About the role

We’re looking to recruit a Chief Advisor for Climate Change to join our Science team and ensure that we are viewed as a science and evidence-based organisation with conservation programmes and communications that are always informed by the latest scientific thinking when covering the issue of climate change.

As Chief Advisor you will be responsible for leading our scientific understanding of climate change and providing strategic direction to the breadth of work undertaken by the organisation. Specifically, you will focus on the interface between land-use change/habitat degradation and climate change. This would include, for example, the links between climate change and extreme weather events, the risks and consequences of a 1.5C overshoot and global tipping points. This will involve keeping ahead of, and influencing, the external debate and ensuring we are engaged with, informed of, and can use, the latest climate science reports from the IPCC and other relevant UK and international institutions. You will also contribute to the development of policy positions, maintain external networks and support fundraising initiatives.

We’re looking for someone with:

·         A relevant qualification (a PhD is beneficial), and/or equivalent experience in this field.

·         Experience as a senior adviser or lead specialist in the subject of climate change.

·         Good grasp of current science covering climate change and in policy agendas, nationally and internationally.

·         Ability to translate knowledge into policy, communications & programme design.

·         Excellent communication, influencing & interpersonal skills.

·         Desire to embrace and encourage collaborative working.

Benefits, rewards & location

The salary for this role is £56,297 to £65,000pa. We also offer a full benefits and rewards package including:

·         Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays

·         Flexible working options

·         5% employer contribution to pension, increased to 10% with employee contribution.

·         Training and development opportunities

·         Regular wellbeing initiatives.

This role is hybrid and you’ll be required to be in the office 20% of your contracted hours. The job is based at our UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey. The Living Planet Centre is one of the greenest buildings in the UK, and you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.

About WWF-UK

We’re a global conservation charity with hundreds of projects around the world and millions of supporters.

At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left is not enough – we’re now in a race to restore the natural world and prevent catastrophic climate change before it’s too late. And it’s a race we can still win.

We’re courageous and passionate about fighting for the future we want to see – a world where people and nature can thrive.

We were born out of passion and science, and for more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We operate with integrity, collaboratively and with respect for those we work alongside.

How to apply and the recruitment process

Please click on the link and apply via our website by completing the application form and submitting a copy of your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement to highlight what makes you a good fit for us.

Application closing date: 05/01/2025

Our policies and benefits reflect the importance of people being able to have a good work-life balance and being able to bring their ‘full self’ to work.