Executive Director, Climate Impact Lab
Confidential, Chicago, IL, United States
Executive Director, Climate Impact Lab
About the Company
Globally-recognized research institute focused on climate change & sustainable growth
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 2024
Employees 51-200
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director for the Climate Impact Lab. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the lab's strategic and operational activities, with a focus on advancing the understanding of climate change impacts and the effectiveness of various mitigation and adaptation strategies. This role involves overseeing a multidisciplinary team, fostering collaborations with external partners, and ensuring the lab's research and initiatives have a meaningful and measurable impact on climate policy and decision-making.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the Climate Impact Lab should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field such as environmental science, economics, or policy, and a proven track record in climate research and its application. The role requires strong leadership skills, the ability to manage a diverse team, and experience in fundraising and financial management. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of climate change issues, excellent communication skills, and the capacity to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and the private sector. A background in interdisciplinary research and a network of professional contacts in the climate and sustainability fields are also highly valued.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management
About the Company
Globally-recognized research institute focused on climate change & sustainable growth
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 2024
Employees 51-200
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director for the Climate Impact Lab. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the lab's strategic and operational activities, with a focus on advancing the understanding of climate change impacts and the effectiveness of various mitigation and adaptation strategies. This role involves overseeing a multidisciplinary team, fostering collaborations with external partners, and ensuring the lab's research and initiatives have a meaningful and measurable impact on climate policy and decision-making.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the Climate Impact Lab should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field such as environmental science, economics, or policy, and a proven track record in climate research and its application. The role requires strong leadership skills, the ability to manage a diverse team, and experience in fundraising and financial management. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of climate change issues, excellent communication skills, and the capacity to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and the private sector. A background in interdisciplinary research and a network of professional contacts in the climate and sustainability fields are also highly valued.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management