Chatham House in London offers a compelling opportunity for the Senior Research Fellow – Innovation and Sustainability position. This critical role involves leading engagement approaches in organizing and research to address sustainability challenges through innovative solutions. As a global independent policy institute, Chatham House is committed to building a sustainably secure, prosperous, and just world.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: 31 March 2024 (11:59 pm CET)
• Result Announcement Dates: July 2024
• Funding Type: Partially Funded
• Duration: Permanent, Full-time
• Organizer: Chatham House, the Royal Institute of International Affairs
• Eligible Countries: All
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Research professionals specializing in sustainability and innovation, aged 18 and above
• Focus Area: Intersection of sustainability, innovation, and finance
• Number of Opportunity: One vacancy available
• Host Country: United Kingdom (London)

Benefits and Financial Aids

The Senior Research Fellow position offers a competitive salary of £65,000 per annum, approximately 37 days of annual leave, an enhanced pension scheme, an employee assistance program, life assurance, and other benefits designed to suit personal lifestyles.

The role provides a professional, engaging, intellectually stimulating environment with a hybrid work arrangement.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should meet the following criteria:

• The candidate should be an established leader in shaping innovative agendas on environmental sustainability
• Provide a proven track record of effective communication through various mediums.
• Have experience in successfully delivering substantial initiatives or multidisciplinary programs.
• Capability as a fundraiser with experience securing financial support from multiple
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, creative problem-solving abilities, and demonstrable leadership experience.

Fellow’s Responsibility

The Senior Research Fellow will play a crucial role in setting the strategic direction of the Sustainability Accelerator, overseeing multidisciplinary research, and building partnerships. Responsibilities include the following:

Strategy:

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to identify trends and strategic issues shaping the Sustainability Accelerator’s research agenda.
• Lead and develop partnerships for income generation and research projects.
• Deliver new funding opportunities by crafting innovative research ideas grant applications, and fostering corporate relationships.
• Advise the Executive Director on recruitment and resourcing for the Sustainability Accelerator’s goals.

Delivery:

• Lead the design and delivery of new projects focusing on the intersection of innovation and environmental sustainability.
• Author (and co-author when appropriate) concise, policy-relevant research and analysis.
• Support Chatham House’s convening by curating high-level events on relevant issues.
• Design engagement and research processes fostering trust and maximizing diversity of voices.
• Identify opportunities to communicate project findings through seminars, workshops, publications, and engaging outputs.

People:

• Ensure team members understand their roles and contributions to Chatham House’s wider goals.
• Collaborate across Chatham House to integrate environmental and sustainability issues.
• Establish and maintain relationships for the Sustainability Accelerator with experts, academia, businesses, governments, and non-profit organizations.
• Maintain relationships with funders and key stakeholders, identifying engagement, partnership, and funding opportunities.
• Deputize for the Executive Director as required.

Personal Specification

The ideal candidate must be an established leader with a proven track record in environmental sustainability, effective communication, and successful program delivery.

Applicants should have strong interpersonal skills, creative problem-solving abilities, and experience in collaborative environments are essential.

Required Documents

Please prepare and submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• personal statement (500 words)
• Samples of previous policy-relevant research and analysis (Optional)
• Portfolio of successful fundraising initiatives (Optional)

How to Apply?

Interested candidates must apply by the closing date, 24 January 2024, to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

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Please note: The detailed Job Description will not be available after the closing date, so applicants should keep a copy for reference.

For more information about this Senior Research Fellow Position, please visit the official page of the Chatham House.

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