Associate, Land Use

ECF – European Climate Foundation

Brussels, Belgium

About the European Climate Foundation

The European Climate Foundation (ECF) is a major philanthropic initiative working to help tackle the climate crisis by fostering the development of a net-zero emission society at the national, European and global level.

We support over 300 partner organisations to carry out activities that drive urgent and ambitious policy in support of the objectives of the Paris Agreement, contribute to the public debate on climate action and help deliver a socially responsible transition to a net-zero economy and sustainable society in Europe and around the world.

The ECF is brings together diverse perspectives and backgrounds to find the best innovative solutions to tackle climate change. We are focusing on engaging and hiring great people from a wide diversity of backgrounds to strengthen the cause. If you share our values of respect, innovation, and collaboration, join us.

About the role

The Land Use programme of the ECF was established in 2020 to help Europe address greenhouse gases from the land-use sector, both in Europe and globally. The programme works with a wide range of partners in civil society, think tanks, business groups and the research community in support of positive action to change the debate about land use and climate change and to accelerate policy solutions in the areas of agriculture, food, forests and nature.

This role offers the opportunity to help the land-use programme grow and consolidate its priorities and is a truly exciting opportunity for the right person to grow, develop topical expertise and build their network.

Key responsibilities

Programme support: planning and organising internal and external meetings, taking notes in meetings, preparing slides and attending and reporting back from relevant events, processing expenses and invoices and dealing with travel logistics;
Budget support: working with the programme director and programme manager to manage the programme’s grant-making budget. This includes building and maintaining the programme’s budget (in Excel), liaising with the ECF’s budget team to ensure that funding sources are accurately recorded, and helping the programme plan forward based on existing and prospective available funding;
Grant-making: working with the programme director and programme manager, other programmes and the ECF’s grant-making support hub, the Associate will help ensure the smooth operation of the entire grant-making cycle. This includes providing input into the grant-making strategy, scoping new topics and the CSO landscape, reviewing and evaluating grantee proposals, preparing draft grant recommendations, and acting as a liaison with grantees;
Research: conducting research in support of programme fundraising proposals, network mapping and supporting management of ECF commissioned studies;
Representation: where appropriate, representing the ECF at external events.

She/he will report to the Director for Land Use and work closely with the programme manager.

Experience and competencies

Genuine interest in the mission and values of the ECF;
1-2 years of relevant work experience in either a civil society organisation, philanthropy, public authority, or similar;
Knowledge of European climate policy, especially (but not necessarily) agriculture, forest and other land-use policies that are relevant for the climate debate;
Particular interest or experience in debates related to global land use, including trade, development cooperation or international finance;
Excellent planning and organisational skills: eye for detail and ability to prioritise tasks;
Excellent command of English (both spoken and written). Other European languages are an advantage, particularly German, French, Spanish, Italian or Polish;
Strong administrative and computer skills: a strong command of Excel is particularly valuable; PowerPoint and Word are also frequently used. Knowledge of, and interest in identifying, other software to support programme activities also welcome;
Great team player and able to build collaborative relationships inside and outside the organisation;
Enthusiastic personality and a sense of humor and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

What we offer

The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, international group of individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work;
A flexible work environment and a space to develop and challenge yourself;
A full-time 1-year contract. The possibility to extend the contract will be part of a broader programme review in early 2022.

Location

Brussels preferred. Berlin or The Hague is also a possibility.

Candidates need to be in the possession of a work permit for the work location in case applicable.

Start date

As soon as possible

How to apply

Please upload your CV and a short cover letter (both in English) at this link: https://cezanneondemand.intervieweb.it/europeanclimate/jobs/associate_land_use_13746/en/.

Deadline: 5^th May

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