Operations Associate

1. Key details

• Position: Operations Associate 
• Status: Part-time (0.5 FTE), one year contract, with likelihood of extension 
• Location: Amsterdam or London
• Starting date: As soon as possible 
• Closing date: Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will close on 24 January. 

2. About the Climate Litigation Network

The Climate Litigation Network (CLN) is a not-for-profit foundation that works with partners around the world to bring ground-breaking litigation against high-emitting actors to drive stronger climate action.

CLN was established in 2016 following the historic Urgenda climate case in the Netherlands, which led to the first decision of a court globally to order a national government to increase its climate ambition. To harness the ground-breaking legal strategy and expertise developed in bringing that case, the Urgenda Foundation set up CLN in 2016 to inspire and strengthen climate cases brought by local organisations and affected communities against governments. You can learn more about CLN on our website.

After 8 years as a project of Urgenda, CLN was established as an independent stichting (foundation) with not-for-profit status in 2023. Today, we work with local partners all over the world to develop litigation to hold global temperature increase below 1.5°C based on best available science and the protection of human rights. 

3. The role

CLN is seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our team as Operations Associate. You will support the Co-Directors in building a high performing, well resourced, impact driven and happy team. It is a role which will suit you if you are highly organised, have a solid understanding of core operational processes, and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving and mission-driven role. The role will report to the Co-Directors. 

4. Responsibilities

As the Operations Associate, you will work in close collaboration with the Co-Directors to support CLN's growing administrative and operational needs across various areas. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Overseeing the adoption and implementation of effective workflow systems and operational policies.
• Assisting in organizing events and meetings – including managing logistics, internal/external communication, and budgets.
• Assisting with the development and/or communication of HR policies, and monitoring the professional development process for existing team members.
• Assisting with the recruitment process and onboarding of new staff.
• Managing CLN’s fundraising process from an operational perspective.
• Maintaining effective filing and information management systems to facilitate resource sharing and access across the organisation.
• Arranging travel booking and logistics for the team.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, including CLN’s charitable status and data protection / privacy standards.
• Assisting with the process of establishing CLN as a legal entity in the United Kingdom.
• Collating and processing invoices from contractors and reimbursement requests from staff.
• Monitoring CLN’s general information email and website.

The above responsibilities are indicative of the scope of the role. CLN is a small but growing organisation, so we are looking for someone who can grow with the organisation and be creative in identifying and meeting new needs. 

5. Competencies

Essential Experience, Skills and Knowledge 

The successful candidate will be a self-starter, who is passionate about sustainability and climate action. They will have:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a real commitment to supporting the wellbeing and the effectiveness of others.
• Exceptional organisational skills with attention to detail, a sense of urgency and a drive to get stuff done.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Strong process and project management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Thoroughness, accuracy and attention to detail.
• High level of flexiblity and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
• High level of English-language proficiency.
• High level of motivation and ability to work independently. 

Desirable experience, skills and knowledge 

• Experience delivering administrative and operational support, ideally in an administrative or operational role within a legal and/or not for profit organisation. 
• Experience working in cross-cultural and geographically dispersed teams. 
• Awareness of civil society, particularly the strengths and challenges of charities and social enterprises. 

6. To Apply

To apply for this role please complete and submit the form here.

CLN values inclusiveness and welcomes applications from candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. 

If you have any questions please send them to sarah.mead@urgenda.nl with 'CLN recruitment' in the subject line. 

Please note:

1. The salary range for this position is €35,000 - €43,000 (approx. £30,000 - £37,000) per year FTE (pro rata)
2. CLN is not in a position to support any visa applications for candidates.