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Environment, Climate, Conservation & Sustainability

Never has environmental leadership, both individual and collective, been so important.

Addressing the climate and ecological emergency requires ingenuity, disruption, and collaboration on a sizeable scale, and we know we need this now.

We’re proud to work across the spectrum of environmental, climate-based, conservation and sustainability focused organisations, including local and global NGOs and charities that are protecting species, landscapes, natural resources and the rights of indigenous communities; campaigning and advocacy organisations who are identifying and challenging ecocide and championing climate justice; as well as philanthropies who are providing vital financial support and infrastructure to climate change initiatives and environmental research. We also work with research organisations working on climate-solutions and sustainability-led companies looking at issues from supply-chains and agriculture to responsible procurement.

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Our recent placements include:

I’m fascinated by behaviour change, talent development and sustainability and systems orientated leadership especifically for the social and environmental impact sector where achieving goals can feel like a never-ending journey. I firmly believe that acting on climate change should be everyone’s priority and we need to harness the talent and skills of many different people, and many different types of organisations to achieve results. Developing the Environment, Climate and Conservation sector specialism has enabled me to support the sector I love and to work with a wide and fascinating breath of clients to understand their talent needs, to appoint and support amazing and diverse people into leadership positions.

Zoe GreenwoodHead of Practice, Environment, Climate, Conservation & Sustainability
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There are huge challenges faced by these organisations, but also huge opportunities.

Oxford HR is aware that we are reaching, and in some cases, have exceeded planetary boundaries. Urgent action – and innovative teams – are needed more than ever before, to improve the human connection with nature and facilitate a green and fair transition. Through our suite of services, and the wealth of knowledge within our team, we identify and support exceptional leaders. We are committed to placing and nurturing underrepresented leadership and challenging our clients where necessary.

We are constantly learning and evolving, identifying new and innovative ways to strengthen leadership and build resilient teams and boards in this sector, working in partnership with our clients to understand how to create a green, clean and fairer future.

Some of our current roles

African Wildlife Foundation
Full Time
Kenya, Nairobi, North America, USA, Washington DC
Posted 2 weeks ago

Status: Open

The Director, Foundation Relations will be a strategic thinker and superb communicator, seasoned in building and stewarding relationships, developing funding opportunities, and more.

Job Features

Job CategoryAlanna, Amanda, Environment, Evelyne
LocationDC preferred; Nairobi, or location in major east coast US or EU market considered for exceptional candidates
Salary$140K - $160K USD/annum plus benefits (US based) || $120K - $140K USD/annum plus benefits (KE based)
DivisionExternal Affairs
Reports toVice President, Foundation & Corporate Relations
Closing date23 May 2024
African Wildlife Foundation
Full Time
North America, USA
Posted 2 weeks ago

Status: Open

The Director will oversee the major giving program and a team of front-line fundraising staff in coordination with the external affairs team.

Job Features

Job CategoryAlanna, Amanda, Environment, Evelyne
LocationWashington, DC is preferred (must have US work authorization)
Salary$140K - $160K USD/annum plus benefits
Closing Date23 May 2024
DivisionExternal Affairs / Individual Giving
Reports toVice President of Individual Giving
Supervises4 Regional Gift Officers

Status: Open

The Global Director of Communications will create winning narratives on the shift to plant-rich diets, devise memorable communication products for elite audiences and nurture Madre Brava’s brand.

Job Features

Job CategoryEnvironment, Nafeesa
LocationRemote, based in the UK
Salary80,000- 90,000 £/year commensurate with experience
Closing Date20th May 2024
Reports toManaging Director, Nico Muzi
Contract typeSelf-employed 18 months contract with intention to extend
Full Time
Remote
Posted 2 weeks ago

Status: Open

Madre Brava is seeking a dynamic individual to fill the newly created role of Global Director of Research.

Job Features

Job CategoryEnvironment, Nafeesa
LocationRemote
Salary£80,000 for UK-based candidates, €90,000 for EU-based candidates, $110,000-125,000 US-based candidates, all salary commensurate with experience
Closing Date27th May 2024
Contract typeSelf-employed 18 months contract with intention to extend
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