Friends of the Earth: Chief Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer
Friends of the Earth
Campaigning for faster, fairer climate action to protect people and the planet.
Friends of the Earth Ireland is a community at the heart of the growing movement for a just world with zero pollution. We are part of the world’s largest grassroots environmental network.
We are trying to change the world in the face of opposition from powerful vested interests and we need committed, energetic and flexible people on our team.
You can learn more about Friends of the Earth Ireland and our work here
Our Mission and Goals
We campaign and build movement power to bring about the system change needed for a just world where people and nature thrive.
We have 4 organisational goals to advance our mission and vision:
- Building movement power - to contribute to building a diverse and inclusive movement strong enough to change the system in a way that supports others’ social justice struggles and that aligns with our values.
- Driving policy change - to drive a fair and fast transition to a zero-pollution future.
- Cultivating our community - to ensure Friends of the Earth supporters feel they are members of a mutually supportive community and present ways for them to participate in and sustain the work of the organisation for as long as it is required.
- Developing our organisation - to ensure Friends of the Earth has the robust governance and effective management systems, and the appropriate financial resources, to maximise our impact and to cultivate a positive working environment.
You can read our strategic plan here
About the Role
We are seeking a strategic and experienced CEO to lead this change-making organisation at a crucial domestic and international moment for climate, the environment and social justice, a moment when Ireland is not on course to meet its legally binding climate targets.
The Chief Executive provides the management, leadership and strategic direction necessary to achieve the vision and mission of Friends of the Earth Ireland, in line with the organisation’s values and policies adopted by the Board.
This is an exceptional opportunity to have a real impact in this highly respected and effective organisation and to motivate, inspire and build the capacity of Friends of the Earth Ireland to bring about the systems change needed for a just world where people and nature thrive.
You will do this as a strategic and effective advocate, building a diverse and inclusive movement strong enough to bring about system change in a way that supports social justice struggles and that aligns with our values. You will be a convincing and experienced communicator and an effective advocate for policy change that accelerates a fair and fast transition to a zero-pollution future.
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic leader with a track record of success and ideally with established credibility within the environmental and/or social justice sectors, someone who will inspire the team, activists, supporters, allies and donors who collectively enable our vital work. The successful candidate is someone with outstanding strategic vision and organisational leadership skills, as well as a collaborative approach to building alliances and trust, and to delivering transformative work internally and externally.
Please see Candidate Information Pack attached below.
How to Apply
The recruitment process is being managed exclusively on behalf of Friends of the Earth by Mantra Strategy. Friends of the Earth Ireland is committed to being an inclusive and diverse organisation. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, class, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, membership of the Roma or Travelling community and other legally protected statuses. We warmly welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to taking reasonable steps to make our recruitment process as accessible as possible and are flexible in how we receive information. If you would like to apply via a different format let us know how we can support you to be the best you can be.
Informal enquiries in confidence are welcomed by Suzanne Mulholland on +353 86 600 1039.
The closing date is Sunday 13th April 2025. Please submit a CV and cover letter to suzanne@mantrastrategy.ie
It is expected that interviews will take place week beginning 28th April 2025.