Environmental Defense Fund - Associate Vice President Global Transportation

Associate Vice President Global Transportation June 2022

Energy Transition Overview The goal of EDF’s Energy Transition Team is to bend the curve on global greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel production and use by 2030, cleanly and equitably. We will achieve this through a defined set of strategies targeted at 1) reducing emissions from fossil fuel production, delivery, and use, and 2) reducing demand for fossil fuels in power generation, transportation, buildings, and industry. To achieve this goal, we seek reforms in law, regulation, and/or business practice through a mix of strategic corporate partnerships, direct engagement with policymakers, and mobilizing investor and public sentiment in favor of change. In formulating and achieving our strategies, we will work in close collaboration with EDF regions, draw on cutting-edge science and rigorous economic and financial analysis, and act on principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion to develop durable solutions.

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The Role TITLE:

AVP Global Transportation

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Permanent

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This position can be in any Global EDF office or can be remote.

Overall Function The Associate Vice President, Global Transportation is a key member of the Energy Program’s leadership team responsible for developing and implementing multidisciplinary, cross programmatic, international strategies and teams to advance a multi-faceted global transportation strategy. The AVP will make decisions and establish objectives for the overall direction of the global transportation work and will report to the Senior Vice President, Energy Transition.

EDF’s Global Transportation strategy is accelerating the transition to zero-emission fuels, technologies, and modes via two major approaches: 1) A set of global goals and objectives

that put in place the standards, rules, and financial commitments that catalyze zero-emission solutions for international goods and people movement -- with a focus on shipping, aviation, medium and heavy duty vehicles and buses, and overall global supply chains; 2) A set of complementary regional strategies – in China, Europe, India and the US, as well as key emerging markets – that address local needs and opportunities, while locking in the national policies necessary to support the global transition. The AVP, Global Transportation, will be tasked with leading our shipping, aviation, and overall global goods and people movement effort and collaborating with regional teams in China, Europe, India, and the U.S.

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Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning and Implementation • Identifies opportunities and establishes objectives to advance EDF’s global transportation agenda; develops sophisticated, effective political strategies and detailed campaign plans for winning policy gains and changing industry practices and investment decisions.

• Lead the ongoing development and deployment of the team’s global transportation strategy and the achievement of its goals and objectives.

• Represent EDF and the Global Transportation strategy to key external audiences, including with the media and international forums.

• Lead the sharing of knowledge and experiences across regional and sector strategies.

• Actively participate on the Energy Transition leadership team on strategy, progress, and issues.

• Serve as EDF lead on strategy development and on ensuring that EDF’s perspective -- particularly on science, economics, industry engagement, policy, and equity and justice -- is heard, understood, and incorporated into the work.

Management and Relationship-Building • Identify, create, and cultivate relationships and partnerships with leading institutions, policymakers, industry, investors academics and thought leaders.

• Manage a matrixed team of EDF staff and consultants, including policy and technical experts, dedicated to global transportation and other special projects.

• Identifies, engages, and manages external consultants and research partners as necessary in support of strategies and goals.

• Ensures robust and effective internal communication across regional and national offices, working collaboratively and constructively with EDF executive team members, EDF program and support staff, and leaders.

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Forms coalitions and partnerships, developing productive working relationships with government officials, representatives of industry and international institutions, civil society leaders and organizations, and transportation ‘thought leaders’ around the world.

Advances EDF’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included, and empowered to address the environmental and organizational challenges in alignment with EDF’s values.

Fundraising and Operations • Play a lead role in fundraising, including active participation in donor meetings, forging relationships with existing and potential funders, developing materials, and drafting and managing grants. Work with team leaders to cultivate new funders to contribute to the fundraising goals and collaborate effectively with EDF’s Development team.

• Manage the annual project budget, a team of staff, and consultant resources to ensure alignment with the program’s mission and strategies and to achieve results.

• Liaise with EDF Executive Team and Board of Trustees as needed.

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At least 12 years or more of relevant experience, or equivalent professional experience.

Advanced degree (Master’s, J.D., or Ph.D.) in law, science, engineering, policy, or business administration preferred.

Recognized subject matter expertise in sustainable transportation and low-carbon fuels, technologies, and modes.

Exceptional political instincts coupled with substantial knowledge of international policy, politics, and the dynamics of relevant international institutions.

Knowledge of global transportation, environmental policies and policy-making processes.

Substantial experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management across a diverse set of constituencies and perspectives.

Demonstrated ability to forge collaborations and work in effective partnerships, both internally and externally, with a wide range of stakeholders and organizations.

Ability to exercise the highest level of professional, scientific, and technical judgment on a regular basis.

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a growing, geographically spread program and staff and to coordinate successfully across teams and business units.

Ability to manage, motivate, and mentor team to accomplish challenging deliverables with tight timeframes and significant uncertainty.

Capable of adapting to frequent change and prioritizing effectively under deadline pressure.

Significant fundraising experience, including developing grant proposals, securing grants and major gifts, and building and maintaining relationships with foundations and other donors.

Results-oriented, self-starter with an ability to think strategically and work on fast-paced, dynamic issues.

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Experience managing budgets and successfully managing grants.

Demonstrated negotiation skills with the ability to garner consensus between disparate groups with conflicting priorities.

Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, to advocate and fundraise for EDF’s Global Transportation strategy and Energy Transition Team strategy overall.

Fluency in English required and at least one other language; French, Spanish, German, Arabic, Japanese, Mandarin, or Russian preferred.

Ability to travel approximately 30% internationally for meetings and to work with staff, partners, and donors in various countries (when appropriate, in accordance with global health and safety best practices and travel restrictions).

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How to Apply All correspondence, at this stage, should be via Oxford HR. To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page and complete our online application form. Please provide a CV and cover letter as two separate documents which should be prepared before applying as they will be requested in the application process.

The cover letter should be no more than two pages long and explain why you are interested in this post and how your skills and experience make you a good fit. The document should be saved in MS Word in the following format: Your First Name-Your Last NameDocument Name-Date (yymm) e.g: Malika-Cook-EDF-CV-2205.

CLOSING DATE 24th July

SELECTION PROCESS Early application encouraged. All applications will be processed upon receipt. All candidates will be notified about the status of their applications.

EQUALITY STATEMENT Environmental Defense Fund is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

ELIGIBILITY You must have the right to live and work in the location you are based in.

QUERIES If you have any queries on any aspect of the appointment process, need additional information, or would like to have an informal discussion, please email Dr Rachel Barlow, Lead Consultant at edfavp-global-transportation@oxfordhr.co.uk in the first instance.

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