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Job Description

The role is based in the WRI Europe office in the Netherlands. This is a hybrid position. You will need to be in office at least 8 days per month and living within reasonable commuting distance of the office. About WRI Europe As the Strategic Coordinator, European Executive Office, you will be part of the WRI Europe Executive Office. You will work closely with the WRI Europe Regional Director to ensure the smooth functioning of key executive functions of the WRI Europe office and support the implementation of its strategy. You will be the key liaison between the Regional Director and internal and external stakeholders and collaborators at the content level and will support the Regional Director in delivery of the goals of the Global Executive Team (GET). You will support WRI Europe’s programmatic delivery, fundraising strategy and core functioning. You will report directly to the WRI Europe Regional Director. What You Will Do Support the WRI Europe Regional Director and Executive Office (50%) Support the annual strategic planning process in terms of coordination and content design. Coordinate outputs and products for key institutional internal and external events with a specific focus on the content and strategic preparation of these events. Support a connection with the Internal Communications team. Support the functioning of the European Leadership Team (LT) to deliver on its goals. Engage and support Europe-based managers to ensure a successful delivery of their responsibilities and goals as part of the LT team, monitoring progress, and supporting learning. Back up of and support to Executive Assistant in terms of planning external engagements. Strategy Development and Implementation (20%) Support the implementation of the Europe Strategy, ensuring compliance with WRI internal cycles and processes, support monitoring, learning and evaluation. Work on the process of Theory of Change (ToC) development across various programmatic priority areas within the WRI Europe Strategy, ensuring equity is integrated into the ToC development process. Ensure the WRI Europe Strategy Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL) process stays aligned and up to date with Global WRI PMEL guidance and cycles. Support the fundraising strategy underpinning the Europe programmatic strategy. Support Global Programmatic and Institutional Coordination in Key Areas (15%) Support the Regional Director in his role as member of the GET and WRI’s global processes. Support the set-up and functioning of WRI Europe’s Supervisory Board. Coordinate engagement with the WRI wide network of offices to inform both institutional processes, implementation of WRI Europe’s local transition strategy, and multi-country initiatives where relevant. Support on External Affairs (15%) Support the Regional Director in the development and preparation of external speaking engagements and other external responsibilities. Work closely with the Europe Communications Director and Executive Assistant to the Regional Director when coordinating external engagements. What You Will Need Education: You have a completed bachelor’s degree in Development, Economics, Political Science, International Relations, Journalism / Communications, or another related field. Experience: You have 6+ years of full-time, relevant experience in a strategic planning and coordination function in the climate, sustainability or environmental sector Demonstrable understanding of WRI’s strategic priorities Experience producing written outputs for various audiences Experience in presentation tools and speech writing Experience collaborating effectively in teams Languages: Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of Dutch would be advantageous. Requirements: You will need to be resident in the Netherlands at the start of employment. Potential Salary If based in the Netherlands: €53,000 – €66,000 (excluding 8% vacation allowance) How To Apply Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. Please submit a resume with a cover letter by 9 November 2026. Internal applicants should submit their application through the Jobs Hub portal in Workday. External applicants must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered. We may close for applications sooner if we receive a high volume of applications from qualified candidates. What We Offer Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organization with access to varied learning and training opportunities A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours Generous leave days that increase with tenure. About Us World Resources Institute works to improve people’s lives, protect and restore nature and stabilize the climate. As an independent research organization, we leverage our data, expertise and global reach to influence policy and catalyse change across systems like food, land and water; energy; and cities. Our 2,000+ staff work on the ground in more than a dozen focus countries and with partners in over 50 nations. Our Mission And Values WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Independence, Integrity, Impact, Partnership and Care. Our Culture WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission including equal opportunities in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status. Our People team carefully reviews all applications.

Core Responsibilities

Support the WRI Europe Regional Director and Executive Office with strategic planning, leadership team coordination, institutional events, and delivery of regional and global priorities. Help implement the Europe Strategy, including monitoring and evaluation, Theory of Change development, fundraising strategy, global coordination, and preparation for external engagements.

Requirements

Requires a completed bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least six years of relevant strategic planning and coordination experience in the climate, sustainability, or environmental sector. Candidates should understand WRI’s strategic priorities and have experience producing written materials, presentations, and speeches; English proficiency is required, while Dutch is advantageous.

Benefits

• Global Professional Network
• Learning And Training Opportunities
• Diversity And Inclusion
• Working Groups And Affinity Groups
• Hybrid Working
• Flexible Working Hours
• Generous Leave