Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) · 12 hours ago
Chief Program Officer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$144K/yr - $180K/yr
15+ years expThe Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) is dedicated to using the power of law to protect the environment and promote human rights. The Chief Program Officer will lead cross-programmatic strategies, support organizational sustainability, and supervise key program directors to ensure effective advocacy and alignment with CIEL's mission.
Wildlife Conservation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide guidance and collaborate with Program and Communications Directors to develop and evaluate cross-programmatic legal, advocacy and campaign strategies to protect the environment and human rights globally
Collaborate closely with key leaders across the organization in defining and executing the strategic and annual planning process
In collaboration with Program and Communications Directors and the CEO, provide strategic direction for the organization's programs, ensuring alignment with its overall mission and goals and clearly communicate decisions on priorities
Support the consolidation of our Programs Dept, which will include Communications, leveraging the expertise and experience of Programs/Comms Directors, Managers and staff across the dept
Work in collaboration with the CEO, General Counsel, Program and Comms Directors to ensure programmatic decisions account for relevant risk analysis and role of organization
Build capacity for program monitoring and evaluation processes - ensuring continuous learning, adaptation and impact
Support implementation of evolving structures, processes and procedures with confidence and compassion, building trust across teams
Facilitate a high-performing team of Directors to lead their teams, ensuring integration and program impact
Work with Program and Communications Directors and COO to develop work plans and budgets in line with both short-term and long-term goals
Support professional development of staff together with the HR Director
Contribute to organizational fundraising, and support Program and Communications Directors to manage resources effectively and strategically to ensure clear prioritization and impact
Work closely with other departments, including Development, Finance, HR, and Operations, to ensure productive coordination and communication across departments
Building on a diverse work culture, ensure CIEL’s work remains values-led and globally grounded, while becoming more programmatically, strategically and operationally aligned
As needed, act as a key representative of CIEL with partners, media and funders
Support fundraising efforts, such as proposals and reports, as relevant
Maintain timesheets and submit them on time
Meet regularly with supervisor, direct reports, and other relevant teams
Participate in leadership, management and all staff meetings and other organizational activities, including a regular performance evaluation process
Meet target dates, prioritize tasks, and ensure high-quality work products
Qualification
Required
JD or LLM required
Minimum 15 years of progressively more responsible roles in programs, with at least 5 years in a senior management role
Expertise in building, leading and implementing legal and advocacy strategies to protect human rights and the environment
Proven track record of facilitating complex processes in multi-cultural contexts
Strong management and mentorship experience
Proven capacity in raising funds and managing large program budgets
Strong understanding of program design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
Proven track record of building and stewarding strong relationships with funders and partners
Proven track record of developing, implementing and overseeing program plans and developing innovative strategies that align with organizational goals
Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences, including media, funders, partners, and staff
Ability to adapt to change and work effectively in a dynamic environment, and to guide teams effectively through change
Fluency in written and spoken English required
Ability and willingness to travel frequently to work from CIEL's offices in Geneva and Washington DC, as well as to other meetings, conferences and events in all regions of the world, as requested
Commitment to incorporating principles of justice, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of the work
Preferred
Academic focus on international environmental and/or human rights law
Working knowledge of Spanish and/or French
Experience living and/or working in the Global South
Benefits
Employer-subsidized health, dental, and vision
Paid vacation, sick, and parental leave
5% contribution of gross annual salary into a 403(b) retirement account
Relocation stipend
Dedicated professional development funding
Paid sabbatical leave after 7 years
Qualify for the US Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Company
Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL)
The Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) uses the power of the law to protect the environment, promote human health, and ensure a just and sustainable society.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michelle Williams
Chief Financial Officer
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