Climate Change Specialist

1 day ago


Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom WWF UK Full time £56,297 - £65,000

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Climate Change Specialist to join our Science team at WWF-UK.

As a key member of our team, 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.

Your focus will be on the interface between land-use change/habitat degradation and climate change, including links between climate change and extreme weather events, the risks and consequences of a 1.5C overshoot and global tipping points.

You will keep ahead of, and influence, the external debate and ensure we are engaged with, informed of, and can use, the latest climate science reports from the IPCC and other relevant UK and international institutions.

In addition, you will contribute to the development of policy positions, maintain external networks and support fundraising initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leverage your expertise in climate change to inform our conservation programmes and communications
  • Provide strategic direction and leadership to our Science team
  • Develop and implement effective partnerships with key stakeholders
  • Contribute to the development of policy positions and advocacy strategies
  • Support fundraising initiatives and develop relationships with donors

Requirements:

  • 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

What We Offer:

  • 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

The salary for this role is £58,325pa.



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