Specialist, Strategy and Program Management,
Publication date:
30 September 2024Workload:
100%- Place of work:Geneva
The World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is the international organization for public-private cooperation.
The Forum engages the foremost political, business, and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas.
Why we are recruiting
The World Economic Forum’s Centre for Nature and Climate (CNC) seeks to protect, restore, and regenerate our global commons. Our mission is to achieve:
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Net Zero: Industry decarbonization in line with 1.5ºC Paris pathway.
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Nature Positive: Systems transition in land and ocean use.
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Better Living: Resource stewardship in food, water and material.
CNC develops multi-stakeholder partnerships to raise ambition, accelerate action, scale solutions and support policy for a net zero and nature positive transformation. It provides a trusted and vibrant platform to progress towards the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Our engagement includes over 270 partner companies, and a diverse portfolio of collaborations with governments, international organisations, civil society, and philanthropies.
CNC’s Strategy & Program Management function is a cross-cutting pillar of CNC, overseeing:
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Institutional Programming & Coordination
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Strategic Partnerships & Engagement
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Global Future Councils and other Institutional Activities
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Operational Processes, Team Building & Culture
To address the increased need for a systemic and holistic approach to address the challenges, the Strategy and Program Management pillar is recruiting a Specialist, Strategy and Program Management who will support the development of new partnership opportunities, and nature and climate insights in line with the Centre’s strategy and facilitate team alignment to deliver impact, and drive growth.
Reporting lines and interactions
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The role will report to the Lead, Strategy and Program Management, working closely with the Managing Director & Centre Head, and the central functions of strategy and programming, coordination, and engagement .
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Breakdown of Responsibilities:
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Draft comprehensive concept proposals and briefing notes to translate ideas and ambitions into actionable programs.
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Cultivate and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders, leveraging networks and expertise to support the mobilization and implementation of strategic projects.
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Monitor industry trends, conduct in-depth research, and synthesize insights to help shape and promote the Nature and Climate agenda.
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Prepare communication materials and regularly update content, including website and digital platforms, to amplify key messages and ensure the Centre's work remains relevant and impactful
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Provide event coordination and logistical support, as well as design and organize events, workshops, and meetings led or coordinated by the Central team.
Requirements and Experience:
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Advanced university degree in a relevant field such as environmental science, business administration, international relations, or a related discipline.
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A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in program management, stakeholder engagement, or strategy development, preferably in multicultural, mission-driven environments.
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Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to craft clear and compelling concept notes, briefing documents, and summaries. Proficiency in creating impactful PowerPoint presentations and marketing materials is highly desirable.
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize data and information quickly to provide meaningful insights.
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Self-starter with a strong work ethic, high integrity, and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate efficiently and build relationships across different teams within the Forum and with external stakeholders.
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High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Experience with Salesforce/CRM systems is strongly preferred.
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A strong interest in driving impact and systems change aligned with the Centre's agenda.
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Fluency in English, with outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in other languages is an asset.
Why work at the Forum:
The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!