Convenor
Hybrid (within and outside the UK) with access to London, Edinburgh or Amsterdam Office, if based in the UK or Netherlands

About Us

The Green Economy Coalition (GEC) is the world’s largest alliance dedicated to accelerating the transition to a green, fair and inclusive economy. Founded in 2009, the GEC brings together around 65 members, including citizen groups, civil society, research organisations, and UN entities, united in the belief that our economic system needs fundamental change.

We are now looking for a Convenor to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 35 hours per week.

The GEC Secretariat is hosted by the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED), a policy and action research organisation promoting sustainable development and linking local priorities to global challenges. We are based in London and work across five continents with some of the world’s most vulnerable people to strengthen their voices in the decision-making arenas that affect them. With more than 150 members of staff working with associates and partners around the world, IIED has been at the forefront of evidence-based policymaking in sustainable development for over 50 years.

The Benefits

– Salary of up to £91,102, depending on experience
– 25 days’ annual leave per year
– Closure between Christmas and new year with additional paid holiday
– 7.5% employer’s pension contributions
– An employee protection scheme offering a flexible menu of benefits
– An interest-free season-ticket loan
– A cycle-to-work scheme offering tax savings on the cost of purchasing a bike for travel to and from work
– An employee assistance programme
– Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies
– Enhanced sick pay entitlements
– Flexible working options
– Support for learning and development
– Compassionate leave up to ten days per annum
– Dependents leave
– Eye tests and glasses
– Therapy treatment

The salary range advertised in GBP is applicable in the UK only, and the salary offer in another country would depend on the local terms and conditions. We only use the UK salary structure to determine starting salaries, but it will not apply to salaries outside the UK thereafter.

Please note some of the above benefits are only applicable to those based in the UK only.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced leader with a strong background in climate, environmental and economic issues and excellent stakeholder engagement skills to join our dynamic team and create positive change on a global scale.

You’ll play a pivotal role in driving the global transition to a fair and inclusive green economy, leading the world’s largest green economy alliance with members across continents, all whilst using our respected platform to amplify your voice, expand your network and increase your visibility as a leader in the green economy space.

The Role

As the Convenor, you will act as the Executive Director of the Green Economy Coalition, leading the delivery of the GEC Strategy to promote an inclusive green economy transition.

Leading the GEC Secretariat, you’ll provide strategic leadership, co-ordinate fundraising and programme delivery, oversee financial management and manage monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL), developing the GEC strategy in line with coalition priorities.

You’ll engage with diverse stakeholders on a strategic level, enabling collaboration and empowering collective influence, and represent the organisation at major international events, driving policy development and setting the direction of how a green economy can be best achieved.

Additionally, you will:

– Line manage a number of staff
– Identify priority issues and strategic opportunities to engage decision makers
– Ensure compliance with donor financial, monitoring and reporting requirements
– Update and develop the Steering Group

About You

To be considered as a Convenor, you will need:

– Experience of creating, developing and/or managing networks, coalitions and international partnerships
– Experience of working in partnership with national governments and agencies, international organisations, UN agencies and processes, the EU, multilateral finance institutions and/or philanthropic funds
– Fluency in English
– A post-graduate degree in environmental science, economics, sustainable development or related field, or relevant work experience in the sector

You’ll also need substantial experience at a professional level that demonstrates proven skills in:

– Leadership, including leadership of diverse teams
– Fundraising, including a sustained track record in securing funding for different projects from a variety of donors
– Advocacy and external relations
– Building and sustaining teams through collaborative people management
– Budget management
– Convening, dialogue and negotiation processes

The closing date for this role is the 25th September 2024.

IIED is a hybrid working organisation and you are likely to be working from home most of the time. As such, you will need a suitable place to work and a reliable, fast internet connection.

Other organisations may call this role Executive Director, Programme Director, or Head of Policy and Partnerships.

IIED is a Global organisation that serves the Global Majority. We are committed to equity of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in IIED’s workforce including members of minority groups and those with lived experience of the work we do. Even if you don’t satisfy all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply, as we will offer training and development to upskill the right candidate for the role.

So, if you want to become a Convenor and help shape a sustainable future, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.