Confidential
Executive Director, Environmental Advocacy & Organizational Leadership
Confidential, El Paso, Texas, us, 88568
Executive Director, Environmental Advocacy & Organizational Leadership
About the Company
Mission-driven organization tackling the issue of plastics in the oceans
Industry Non-Profit Organization Management
Type Non Profit
Founded 2009
Employees 1-10
Specialties
plastic pollution extended producer responsibility marine debris and policy
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its environmental advocacy and organizational leadership efforts. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader with a strong background in plastic pollution, environmental advocacy, or related fields, and a proven track record in fundraising, movement building, and strategic leadership. Key responsibilities include developing and executing a comprehensive 5-year strategic plan to double the organization's impact and revenue, positioning the company as a leading authority on science-based plastic pollution solutions, and building cross-sector alliances to advance systemic change. The role also involves championing scientific integrity, guiding advocacy strategy, and overseeing financial and operational management to ensure the organization's fiscal health and integrity.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have at least 10 years' progressive leadership experience in the conservation or environmental field, with a strong preference for those with a scientific background or training. The ideal candidate will have a history of effective public speaking, proven fundraising success, and the ability to forge partnerships across diverse stakeholder groups. Experience in controversial or high-stakes advocacy, as well as crisis communications, is highly valued. The role requires a leader with a collaborative spirit, political savvy, and excellent communication skills to translate complex scientific and policy concepts into compelling messages. The Executive Director will also be responsible for board governance, team leadership, and ensuring the organization's capacity and impact are maximized to support growth.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Non-Profit Management CEO/President
About the Company
Mission-driven organization tackling the issue of plastics in the oceans
Industry Non-Profit Organization Management
Type Non Profit
Founded 2009
Employees 1-10
Specialties
plastic pollution extended producer responsibility marine debris and policy
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its environmental advocacy and organizational leadership efforts. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader with a strong background in plastic pollution, environmental advocacy, or related fields, and a proven track record in fundraising, movement building, and strategic leadership. Key responsibilities include developing and executing a comprehensive 5-year strategic plan to double the organization's impact and revenue, positioning the company as a leading authority on science-based plastic pollution solutions, and building cross-sector alliances to advance systemic change. The role also involves championing scientific integrity, guiding advocacy strategy, and overseeing financial and operational management to ensure the organization's fiscal health and integrity.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have at least 10 years' progressive leadership experience in the conservation or environmental field, with a strong preference for those with a scientific background or training. The ideal candidate will have a history of effective public speaking, proven fundraising success, and the ability to forge partnerships across diverse stakeholder groups. Experience in controversial or high-stakes advocacy, as well as crisis communications, is highly valued. The role requires a leader with a collaborative spirit, political savvy, and excellent communication skills to translate complex scientific and policy concepts into compelling messages. The Executive Director will also be responsible for board governance, team leadership, and ensuring the organization's capacity and impact are maximized to support growth.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Non-Profit Management CEO/President