Water Policy Adviser (WWF-UK)

Job Purpose:

To drive forward WWF-UK’s work encouraging large businesses to address the most harmful impacts of their water footprints and to support public policy that promotes better water management across the world.

The post-holder will be expected to work closely with other colleagues including the Water Footprint Metrics Officer and those dealing with Business and Industry issues in the Communications and Fundraising Divisions. He/she will also work in close partnership with colleagues across the WWF Network, especially the Manager of the Water Footprint programme in WWF International.

Qualifications:

• A strong and proven commitment to WWF’s mission; a particular interest in the conservation and sustainable use of water would be an added advantage.
• A track record of constructive advocacy with senior decision-makers and of influencing the outcomes of policy debates.
• Considerable knowledge of issues relating to sustainability in the private sector.
• The commitment and drive to be accountable for, and to deliver against, challenging goals - a problem-solving attitude is essential.
• Excellent communication skills in English – including writing, speaking and listening.
• Proven experience of working effectively within teams.
• Experience of working in an international context and the ability to respect and work well with people from different cultures and backgrounds.
• A first and/or higher degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as an environmental subject, business studies/administration, political science, economics, or any water-related discipline such as hydrology, civil engineering, etc.

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