Date Posted:
June 9, 2026
Position Title:
Senior Director, Critical Minerals and Community Positive Energy Transition – 26066
Office/Company:
World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-08058
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$144,000 – $206,900
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Develops and executes a global strategy to mitigate social, environmental, and biodiversity impacts across the full critical minerals value chain.Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement, Research, Analysis & Standards Development, Innovation, Circularity & Impact Reduction, Resource Mobilization, Program Management & CommunicationsAdvanced degree in environmental science, natural resource management, sustainability, international development, or related field
Responsibilities:
• Build partnerships with governments, mining companies, renewable energy developers, battery storage users, NGOs, Indigenous communities, and finance institutions
• Convene multi-stakeholder working groups to advance sustainable approaches to mineral resource management
• Establish credible science-based targets, environmental safeguards, and nature-positive approaches for mineral supply chains
• Develop white papers, policy briefs, sustainability standards, and evidence-based guidelines for governments, companies, and finance institutions
• Champion solutions such as recycled material sourcing, mineral substitution, improved material efficiency, and new technology pathways
• Promote circular economy approaches that reduce primary mineral extraction and align with global calls to rethink mobility, energy, and industrial systems
Qualifications:
• 12+ years of experience in sustainable mining practices and policies
• Demonstrated commitment to conservation and climate change
• Proven self-starter who can take initiative and deliver results
• Ability to work against deadlines and under frequently changing circumstances
• Proven experience in fundraising and donor engagement
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
Instructions:
Submit cover letter and resume through the Careers Page, Requisition #26066
Other:
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
