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Environment, Climate & Conservation

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:

Zoe Greenwood

I’m fascinated by behaviour change, talent development and sustainability and systems orientated leadership specifically 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 breadth 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
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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

WeForest
Full Time
Belgium, Brussels, Europe, UK
Posted 3 weeks ago

Status: Open

We’re seeking our first Senior Manager, Corporate Partnerships to drive the evolution of WeForest’s corporate partnerships model and strategy as our scope and impact grow.

Job Features

Job CategoryEnvironment, Erica
LocationHybrid; Belgium, Europe or UK (within commuting distance to Brussels strongly preferred)
Reporting toDirector of Growth
Contract TypeFull-time employee or consultant (depending on preference and country of residence)
SalaryEUR 80,000 - 85,000 plus benefits (depending on location and working arrangements)
Direct ReportsBusiness Development Manager, Corporate Sponsorships Lead & Partnerships Manager
Closing DateSunday 15th December 2024
WeForest
Full Time
Brussels, Europe
Posted 3 weeks ago

Status: Open

WeForest is seeking an accomplished and passionate Chief Financial Officer who will be instrumental in managing their financial resources.

Job Features

Job CategoryEnvironment, James S
LocationWithin a distance that would allow attendance in the Brussels head office circa 3-4 days a month. This attendance would be needs based and aligned and planned with other senior staff (specifically the CEO) to ensure adequate senior interaction and leadership discussions.
SalaryEUR 100,000-110,000 (Dependent on residency and working arrangement).
Closing Date9th December 2024
Chemonics
Full Time
Europe, London, UK
Posted 4 weeks ago

Status: Open

The Director, Climate & PSE Practice is a director supporting the growth and performance of the portfolio for Chemonics UK.

Job Features

Job CategoryEnvironment, James S
LocationLondon UK – Flexible working arrangements may be considered but periodic attendance in the office will be required.
SalaryCompetitive
Contract TypeFull Time
Closing DateClosing Soon
WWF
Full Time
Papua New Guinea
Posted 4 weeks ago

Status: Open

The Country Manager leads the development and management of the PNG Country Programme in delivering conservation outcomes of the WWF-Pacific 2025 Strategic Plan.

Job Features

Job CategoryEnvironment, Kaushalya
LocationPort Moresby, Papua New Guinea
SalaryCompetitive
Closing Date3rd December
DurationThree years
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