Senior Director, Critical Minerals and Community Positive Energy Transition

Responsibilities

• Build partnerships with governments, mining companies, renewable energy developers, and NGOs to promote sustainable energy transition minerals
• Convene multi-stakeholder working groups and represent WWF in international consortia
• Lead assessments of ecological risks associated with mining and processing of critical minerals
• Establish science-based targets, environmental safeguards, and nature-positive approaches for mineral supply chains
• Develop white papers, policy briefs, and sustainability standards for responsible mineral sourcing
• Champion circular economy solutions such as recycled material sourcing and mineral substitution
• Identify funding opportunities and manage the annual budget for the CPET initiative
• Work with communicators to elevate the visibility and impact of the program

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in sustainable mining practices and policies
• Extensive experience in programmatic design, management, and coalition building
• Advanced degree in environmental science, natural resource management, sustainability, or international development
• Proven experience in fundraising and donor engagement
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically up to 25% of the time
• Demonstrated commitment to conservation and climate change

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with relevant international policy processes and diverse stakeholders
• Experience designing and implementing environmental safeguards or certification standards in mining or industry
• Expertise working with Indigenous communities, civil society, and local governments in mineral-producing regions

About the Company

Founded in 1961, WWF works to help people and nature thrive. As a global conservation organization, WWF operates in more than 100 countries, partnering with communities, companies, and governments to protect wildlife, conserve vital habitats, and advance sustainable solutions.