Chief Programmes Officer: Global Sustainability Leader

WRAP; Frindsbury; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental NGO is seeking a Chief Programmes Officer to shape and deliver their global programme portfolio. You’ll play a pivotal leadership role, providing strategic direction across various programme areas, including resource management and packaging. Ideal candidates need significant senior leadership experience in sustainability or circular economy initiatives, excellent communication skills, and a passion for impactful change. This role offers hybrid working options and aims to enhance WRAP's influence and sustainability efforts globally.

Benefits

10% pension

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Significant senior programme leadership experience delivering complex, multi-geography sustainability programmes.
• Proven ability to build and influence relationships with government and business.
• A passion for sustainability and inclusive leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver WRAP’s global programme portfolio.
• Manage WRAP’s dual delivery model to ensure impact.
• Lead the team to deliver impact and strengthen international programmes.

Skills

Senior programme leadership experience

Expertise in sustainability or circular economy

Strong strategic leadership

Excellent communication skills

Ability to influence relationships

Job description

A leading environmental NGO is seeking a Chief Programmes Officer to shape and deliver their global programme portfolio. You’ll play a pivotal leadership role, providing strategic direction across various programme areas, including resource management and packaging. Ideal candidates need significant senior leadership experience in sustainability or circular economy initiatives, excellent communication skills, and a passion for impactful change. This role offers hybrid working options and aims to enhance WRAP's influence and sustainability efforts globally.