This is a senior programme team role, working on corporate sustainability to stop deforestation. Using Global Canopy’s tools around corporate sustainability performance, and developing new ones, you will support the transition to an economy which doesn’t destroy vital natural capital and forests.
Global Canopy
Our mission is to end the destruction of tropical forests, and other vital natural capital that we all depend upon.
We do this by making visible the often hidden impacts and dependencies of consumer markets on distant landscapes, biodiversity and people.
Our Corporate Performance programme brings together information on company exposure, policies and actions on managing deforestation risks in their supply chains and operations. We target companies and financial institutions with this data, tools and research to
- enable leaders to better manage risks from suppliers / portfolio companies and identify new opportunities.
- increase pressure on those failing to act.
- improve accountability of all for impacts on forests.
ROLE - OVERVIEW
This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of an international team breaking exciting new ground in the pursuit of more transparent and sustainable supply chains. The successful candidate will be a leader with a passion for innovation and teamwork, a deep understanding of ‘forest-risk’ commodity supply chains and private sector actions to address deforestation risks.
The role will sit within the Programmes team at Global Canopy, and will also work closely with collaborating organisations worldwide, including members of the Supply Chain Transparency Network.
Responsibility includes oversight of our Corporate Performance programme including the Forest 500, SCRIPT and Supply Chain Transparency Network projects.
You will need to have experience in programme design and delivery, a strong network in sustainable commodity supply chains, and excellent analytical skills.
ROLE – RESPONSIBILITIES
>>PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION:
Accountable for the successful delivery of projects with final responsibility for quality and timely outputs in accordance with the projects’ planned outcomes and impact.
Lead the project team, including line management of staff and oversight of partners and subcontractors.
>>EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT:
Engaging companies, finance sector and advocacy groups on uptake of our information.
Partnerships with other NGOs and consultancies working on company performance data and tools.
>> STRATEGY AND PROGRAMME DESIGN:
Responsible for the development of the strategy and programme design on Corporate Performance, (including theory of change, concept notes, and monitoring, evaluation and learning frameworks).
>>FUNDING:
Responsible for developing new projects and funding for the Corporate Performance programme in collaboration with Global Canopy’s fundraising team and relevant partners or clients.
ROLE – PERSON SPECIFICATION
>> SKILLS
- Excellent communication skills, including writing and presenting.
- Track record in building strong partnerships with external stakeholders.
- Strong quantitative analysis skills.
- Databases and data management.
- Product development.
- People management and effective team leadership.
>> EXPERIENCE
- Experience working on sustainable commodity supply chains and financing, knowledge on deforestation policies and best practices desirable.
- Practical on programme design, implementation and MEL.
- Programme fundraising and development.
- Strong professional network in sustainable supply commodity supply chains and financing, including amongst NGOs, corporates and the finance sector.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
- Salary: from £40,000 per annum – full time.
- Nature of contract: Permanent
- Base: Global Canopy’s office in central Oxford.
- Flexible working and a positive working environment.
We would consider flexible working arrangements, for example working 2 days a week remotely.
- Holidays: 20 -25 days holiday - plus days between Xmas & New year.
- Pension: Employer pension contribution of 5%.
How to Apply / Questions
- Further information about the role is available in the recruitment pack and on Global Canopy’s website.
- To apply for the position, please send an up-to date CV and covering letter. The covering letter should explain your motivation for the role, and how your skills and experience fit the person specification. (Please no more than 2 sides A4)
- Early applications are advised. We may begin interviewing early depending on the number of suitable candidates.
- Applications will close at 9am on Tuesday 16th April.
- Interviews are provisionally planned for 26th April 2019.
- If you have any questions about the position, then please contact Helen Bellfield who’s email and telephone number can be found on Global Canopy’s website.
