WWF INTERNATIONALBOARD TRUSTEES

MARCH 2020

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2 TRUSTEE PROFILES SOUGHTWWF International is looking for two individuals of high merit to join their International Board as:

a) Audit/Finance/Risk Management Trustee

b) Policy/Global Governance Trustee

NOTE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF WWF INTERNATIONALI have always felt inspired by WWF’s mission to stop the degradation of the planet’s natural environment and to build a future in which people live in harmony with nature. That is one of the reasons I joined WWF International as its President. I see the passion for that mission reflected in every part of the WWF Network. I experience its commitment to basing its work in science, and holding its ambition high - from project leaders to researchers to finance staff, from senior managers to CEOs to members of the boards of WWF’s National Organizations. Another one of the reasons I joined is WWF’s resolve to engage, inspire and mobilise hundreds of millions of people to take action.

That is why I am exceptionally proud to Chair WWF International’s committed Board, which sets the Mission, stewards the brand, guides evolution of the organization’s footprint and ensures that no matter where it works, WWF has the highest performance standards for its people and its operations.

Around the world, WWF works with partners to place nature on the path to recovery. From communities on the ground to decision makers in governments and finance, we work with people around the world to safeguard the oceans, forests, freshwater and rich diversity of wildlife that provide the essentials of life for all. We are challenging the two most urgent threats to nature: climate change and food production, working through our nine global practices bringing together the combined efforts of our global network of offices and working in almost 100 countries.

The year 2021 marks a special moment: it will be the start of a decade of bold collective action by citizens, communities and civil society organizations, collaborating passionately to set nature on the path to recovery. The year 2021 will also be our 60th anniversary.

If you are inspired by WWF’s mission, and if you would care to volunteer your experience, your skills and your commitment, then please consider joining us, and help us chart a new course for nature and people.

Warm regards, Pavan SukhdevPresident, WWF International

ABOUT WWFWWF is the world’s largest independent conservation organization, with over 30 million followers and a global network active in nearly 100 countries.

WWF’s mission is to stop the degradation of the planet’s natural environment and to build a future in which people live in harmony with nature.

WWF does this by:• conserving the world’s biological diversity • ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable• promoting the reduction of pollution and wasteful consumption.

WWF is a credible and trusted global brand, committed to acting with integrity, transparency and accountability, and honoring diversity in the organization. WWF is known for a robust, science-based approach and its willingness to stand up for nature. While focusing on impact on the ground, WWF simultaneously works by engaging in powerful and influential partnerships with the institutions and businesses that matter in moving policy and practice towards sustainability. The brand essence is ‘together possible’.

WWF believes that tackling the planetary emergency requires organizations like WWF to think and act bigger and faster – helping the world pull together to deliver a New Deal with science-based targets that address the crisis facing people and nature.

Find out more about WWF’s history, successes, and how it works to achieve its goals, on WWF’s international website.

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THE WWF INTERNATIONAL BOARD The International Board is the highest governance body for WWF’s global network and is directly responsible for overseeing WWF International, the organization’s coordinating secretariat. The Board sets the mission, conducts careful stewardship of the brand, approves the creation of National Organizations, approves the goals for the WWF Network, and ensures that WWF has high performance standards for its people, operations and finances.

The International Board is a group of talented individuals whose collective skills make for a diverse resource that helps guide the WWF Network to achieve its vision.

The Board consists of 12 members, with the International President, Pavan Sukhdev, as 13th member and Chair.

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WWF TRUSTEES WWF Trustees must be individuals of great merit, with high levels of integrity to fulfil the governance role and set an example to the rest of the organization. Trustees need to be visionary and strategic thinking individuals with gravitas, interpersonal skills and leadership experience, and a commitment to good governance, as well as the experience of how to ensure this good governance in an international network.

Desired profile for individual members: • High level of integrity to fulfil the

governance role and set an example to the rest of the organization and colleagues

• Visionary and strategic thinking• Commitment to environmental

sustainability and the aims of WWF• Willingness and ability to dedicate sufficient

time to the role• Prepared to put useful relationships at the

disposal of WWF’s mission• A commitment to good governance and

experience of how to ensure it in an international Network.

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TRUSTEE PROFILES Trustees bring a profound commitment to nature and a passion for the aims of WWF.

A) TRUSTEE (AUDIT/FINANCE/RISK MANAGEMENT)The Trustee (Audit/Finance/Risk Management) should bring senior executive experience and qualifications in accounting/auditing, risk management and quality assurance. They will have gained this experience at the helm of complex organizations or companies as COO or CFO.

They should have the ability and capacity, after a first year as a member of the International Board, to join the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee (ARCC).

Person specification: • Experience of financial and risk assessment and management and auditing

processes • Experience of complex organizational settings• Ability to guide, coach and influence without direct line management role• Prior experience as a trustee would be an asset.

B) TRUSTEE (POLICY/GLOBAL GOVERNANCE)This Trustee should have a truly international profile, with experience in global political processes/governance at national and international levels. Policy making experience in the social policy dimension of conservation is highly desirable.

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TIME COMMITMENT AND NATURE OF INVOLVEMENTThe International Board holds meetings four times a year (two face-to-face and two virtual), and may be called for extra emergency sessions.

The participation in the ARCC - or another Board committee - implies an additional four meetings per year, not including preparation time and extra ad hoc calls.

Overall the time commitment required is estimated at up to 20 days a year for the Audit/Finance and Risk Management Trustee and approximately 15 days for the Policy/Global Governance Trustee.

WWF trustees are not remunerated, and besides their willingness and ability to dedicate sufficient time and energy to the role, Trustees should also be prepared to work with their networks and relationships to support WWF’s mission.

WWF CORE VALUESOver the years, WWF has become one of the most respected conservation organizations in the world, building an extraordinary reputation worldwide by delivering significant conservation outcomes and combining that with world class ethics and integrity in the pursuit of its Mission. This combination is what makes WWF uniquely successful.

WWF is a global multi-cultural organization, yet deeply rooted locally. WWF uses ethics and integrity as important cultural bridges to navigate in this diversity. A culture which fosters ethics and integrity is powerful, especially in today’s increasingly complex world with historical societal shifts. It helps WWF achieve its full potential: working better together, building local legitimacy and earning the trust of donors, supporters, governments and partners.

This is why everyone, no matter where they work and what they do, respect at all times WWF’s values of compliance and ethics: loyalty, integrity, trustworthiness, and fairness. These values protect each one individually as well as the whole organization. WWF wants its leaders to lead by example and to uphold and foster a culture of compliance, ethics and integrity, and to provide a secure and respectful environment to help those who come forward in good faith with concerns.

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HOW TO APPLY All correspondence, at this stage, should be via Oxford HR.

If you are interested in this role, but have any query you’d like to discuss before applying, please contact us to request a preliminary discussion with our consultant.

If you wish to apply for this role, you should click on the “Apply” button in the role page on Oxford HR’s website and complete the online application form. This will require uploading a CV and cover letter. We advise you to have these documents already prepared (in word or PDF format) before starting the application process.

The cover letter should explain why you are interested in this role and how your skills and experience make you the right candidate. It should not exceed two pages. The document should be saved in the following format : Your First Name-Your Last Name-Document Name-Date (ddmmyy) e.g: Pat-Jones-CVandStatement-220320.

TIMELINEThe applications will be assessed on an ongoing basis and all candidates will be informed of the status of their application.

EQUALITY STATEMENT As an organization, WWF encourages fair employment practices worldwide and offers equal opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of gender, colour, race, ethnicity, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, political or religious belief.

QUERIESIf you have any queries on any aspect of the appointment process, need additional information, or would like to have an informal discussion, please email wwf-trustees@oxfordhr.co.uk in the first instance.

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