Convenor - Green Economy Coalition

2 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom The International Institute for Environment and Development Full time
About the Role

The International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Convenor to lead the Green Economy Coalition (GEC) as its Executive Director. The GEC is the world's largest alliance dedicated to accelerating the transition to a green, fair and inclusive economy.

The Convenor will provide strategic leadership, coordinate fundraising and programme delivery, oversee financial management and manage monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) for the GEC. They will engage with diverse stakeholders on a strategic level, enabling collaboration and empowering collective influence, and represent the organisation at major international events.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the delivery of the GEC Strategy to promote an inclusive green economy transition
  • Provide strategic leadership and direction to the GEC Secretariat
  • Coordinate fundraising and programme delivery
  • Oversee financial management and ensure compliance with donor financial, monitoring and reporting requirements
  • Manage monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) for the GEC
  • Represent the organisation at major international events
  • Engage with diverse stakeholders on a strategic level
About You

To be considered for this role, 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 postgraduate degree in environmental science, economics, sustainable development or related field, or relevant work experience in the sector

You will also need substantial experience at a professional level that demonstrates proven skills in leadership, fundraising, advocacy and external relations, budget management, convening, dialogue and negotiation processes.

What We Offer

The 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.

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.

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