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    Board Member - Washington, United States - Pyxera Global

    Pyxera Global
    Pyxera Global Washington, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Non-profit / Volunteering
    Description

    Pyxera Global is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC. For over a quarter-century, we've created groundbreaking partnerships between the public, private, and social sectors, leveraging the unique attributes of each to create shared value and innovative solutions to complex challenges.

    We work across thematic social areas, including circular economies, equity in healthcare, small business growth, and bridging the digital divide. Our initiatives include a wide range of methodologies, including enterprise development, skills-based employee engagement and designing impactful corporate social responsibility strategies, and community partnership efforts that transform lives and livelihoods.

    Pyxera Global endeavors to practice environmental sustainability and elevate diversity and inclusion within and outside our organization. Learn more about our commitments.

    Position Overview:

    We are seeking a board member with a strong background in climate, circular economy, and sustainability, particularly individuals with private sector experience in this area who either serve or have served as a Chief Sustainability Officer or similar role. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our mission, leveraging your subject matter expertise to help drive impactful change at the intersection of business, environmental stewardship, and community impact.

    Board meetings are held four times yearly, and members attend in person (preferred) or virtually. In addition to general board responsibilities, our ideal candidate will bring insights into environmental sustainability, private sector networks, and strategies for creating a positive impact in this crucial area.

    Qualifications:

    Pyxera Global is looking for individuals with a global worldview and a passion for climate mitigation and adaptation, circular economy and corporate sustainability. Ideal candidates will have:

    • Private sector/corporate experience in climate, circular economy and sustainability
    • Previous roles as a Chief Sustainability Officer or similar
    • Knowledge of environmental issues both domestically and internationally
    • Experience in navigating complex corporate structures with a focus on sustainability
    • Relationships with firms with both domestic and international reach

    Benefits:

    This is a volunteer, unpaid position. Benefits include contributing to a mission-driven organization focused on creating a a world where equitable, regenerative systems enable all communities to thrive. Join a passionate group committed to leveraging the power of partnerships for good.

    To Apply:

    Send a cover letter detailing your interest and experience in Climate, Circular Economy, and Sustainability with your available start-date via e-mail to

    Applications without the above requirements will not be considered. In the subject of the email, please write "Board Member (Volunteer): Focus on Climate and Sustainability ".

    Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews on a rolling basis.

    Posting Closing: April 30, 2023

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