Executive Director, Climate Impact Lab (Chicago) Job at Confidential, Chicago, IL

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  • Confidential
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

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

Job Tags

Part time,

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