Published 07-08-00
Submitted by SustainAbility
- July 8, 2008 - SustainAbility is a London-based company with offices in New York, Washington and Zurich. The company specializes in helping private businesses understand and respond constructively to the challenges of sustainable development.
We combine working as consultants with alternative means of influence through our research and campaigning work. At this time, SustainAbility is seeking to recruit a high-quality professional to the role of Manager in our Washington, DC office. The role will focus on the Food & Beverage sector and the Healthcare sector.
The main priority will be to support the marketing, development and delivery of client work at SustainAbility with a view to:
The successful candidate will be asked to participate in a wide range of SustainAbility's activities. A brief job description is provided below.
SustainAbility client projects – 65%
SustainAbility's strategy focuses on key sectors and program areas. The main responsibility for this position will be to manage delivery to key clients and research programs in the Food & Beverage sector and the Healthcare sector. This includes:
Other responsibilities will include providing project support and input on an ad hoc basis to projects managed by other SustainAbility team members.
New business development and profile building – 20%
Most SustainAbility new business development is undertaken in the context of a sector or program. The Manager will be responsible for helping to strengthen SustainAbility's offerings in the Food & Beverage and Healthcare sectors by:
Internal and teamwork – 10%
Responsibilities include:
Development – 5%
Responsibilities include:
Key requirements
Other information
This is a full-time position and will be based in our Washington DC office.
SustainAbility provides competitive salaries and a generous benefits package to all employees, which includes: 22 days annual leave, profit-share, health insurance, long-term disability insurance, sabbatical, enhanced maternity / paternity benefit, and company contribution to 401K.
We seek to have the successful candidate in position on or around September 1, 2008.
Contact and Deadline
Please submit a cover letter and CV with a 3-5 page writing sample to Washington@sustainability.com.
Deadline for applications: July 25, 2008
SustainAbility believes that diversity adds value to our business. We hire associates who reflect the rich array of diverse cultures, ideologies, and values that are part of the broad global workforce. SustainAbility does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious beliefs, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, marital status, political beliefs/affiliation, disability, or social or cultural background.
Independent think tank and strategy consultancy. Experts in corporate responsibility and sustainable development. Advisors on market risks and opportunities.
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