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Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) is seeking a new Centre Director for its Oxford centre. SEI Oxford is one of eight global centres of SEI, a leading research institute focused on sustainable development. SEI’s mission is to support decision-making and induce change by providing integrative knowledge that bridges science, policy and practice in the fields of environment and development.
As Centre Director, you will lead the strategic direction of SEI Oxford. You will work closely with leadership teams based at SEI headquarters (HQ) in Stockholm and other Centre Directors. You will also help strengthen SEI’s visibility in the UK by deepening collaboration between SEI Oxford and SEI York.
SEI Oxford specializes in climate change adaptation and transdisciplinary methods of engaging diverse audiences with social and environmental research. We conduct innovative research and develop new frameworks, tools, and platforms to steer policies and practices towards sustainability. Our work ranges from global to local levels, including projects in low- and middle-income countries such as India and Kenya, as well as EU countries and the UK. Our centre is located near Oxford train station, and we are currently expanding our team and projects.
As Centre Director at SEI Oxford, you will focus on three main areas:
As a member of SEI’s global management team, you will report to the SEI Executive Director and serve on the SEI Oxford Board of Directors. You will also co-lead efforts to enhance collaboration between SEI Oxford and SEI York.
Collaborate with researchers and communications teams in SEI Oxford and SEI York to raise the profile of SEI’s work in the UK, engaging with policy and other decision-makers, research collaborators, funders and local partners.
You are passionate about environmental sustainability and development. You bring excellent leadership skills and can engage, empower and support staff to grow SEI Oxford. You can provide clear direction, delegate effectively and build trusting professional relationships. We are looking for a candidate with several years of experience in leadership, people management and strategy development and implementation.
You should have a strong interest in leadership and a commitment to developing and improving the organization. You should be enthusiastic about influencing, leading and inspiring staff, driving a culture of commitment, innovation and engagement. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
This full-time position at SEI Oxford, UK, is for a four-year term and includes a standard six-month probation period. SEI Oxford offers a hybrid work environment, with staff currently required to be on-site at least two days a week.
Applications are due by September 18, 23:59 CEST. The first round of interviews will be held online on 30 September (09:00-12:00) and/or 1 or 4 October. In-person interviews are scheduled for 21 and/or 22 October at the SEI Oxford office.
To apply, please use the button below to submit your application through our recruitment system. Please include the following in English:
For inquiries about the position, please contact Marie Jürisoo, Deputy Director and Operations Director ([email protected]) or Maria Westerlund, HR Director ([email protected]).
For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Maria Westerlund.
SEI Oxford conducts frontier research to bridge science and policy on climate change-related issues: mitigation, adaptation, governance and geopolitics.
Stockholm Environment Institute is an international non-profit research and policy organization that tackles environment and development challenges.
We connect science and decision-making to develop solutions for a sustainable future for all.
Our approach is highly collaborative: stakeholder involvement is at the heart of our efforts to build capacity, strengthen institutions, and equip partners for the long term.
Our work spans climate, water, air, and land-use issues, and integrates evidence and perspectives on governance, the economy, gender and human health.
Across our eight centres in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas, we engage with policy processes, development action and business practice throughout the world.
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