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Job Title: Director, EU Transport Program
Location: Brussels (Hybrid)
Hours: Full Time
Application Deadline: January 15th, 2023 - Early applications are strongly encouraged and will be processed upon receipt.
Application Format: Please submit your CV (max 2 pages) and a Cover Letter (max 1 page)
The role
Transport represents almost a quarter of Europe's GHG emissions and is the main cause of air pollution in cities. The transport sector has not seen the same gradual decline in emissions as other sectors: emissions only started to decrease in 2007 and remain higher than in 1990. Within this sector, road transport is by far the biggest emitter accounting for 72% of all GHG emissions from transport in 2019.
EDFE works at the EU, national and local levels. So far, our work on transport in the EU has focused mostly on reducing emissions from the shipping sector. We are now launching two additional workstreams. These focus on increasing the demand for sustainable transport solutions and the removal of economic and financial barriers that hinder development of sustainable transport solutions.
In this varied position you will have a central role leading these two new workstreams, and you will also oversee exiting work on shipping. We’re looking for experienced candidates who have:
an excellent understanding of the EU’s ambitions for reducing transport emissions under the Green Deal a deep knowledge of the measures that can irreversibly shift to a low-emission mobility, whilst also supporting delivering improvements in air quality, reduction in noise levels, lower congestion levels and improved safety and equity strong commitment to the sustainable transformation of the transport system.
You will report to the AVP European Strategy & Engagement based in London, liaising closely with colleagues in Europe, the United States and in other overseas offices.
Key Responsibilities
Skills & Experience
Eligibility
The position is based in our Brussels office. We support hybrid working. You must be eligible to live and work in the EU when applying.
We offer a strong total rewards package encompassing competitive salary, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities consistent with a modern global organization. We take into account factors such as candidate experience, skills, training, internal team equity and local norms.
The pay range for this role is shown below.
Please note that pay ranges are country specific. As a result, the stated currency is not meant be converted into any other currency.
EUR €97,000.00/Yr.
EUR €106,000.00/Yr.
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.