Executive Director, Europe

Company: Oceana
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Are you ready to lead the fight for healthy oceans? Oceana, the world's largest international advocacy organization dedicated solely to ocean conservation, is looking for a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as our Executive Director for Europe.Since 2001, Oceana has been working to protect and restore marine life and habitats. We believe a thriving ocean can feed millions, support local communities, and preserve biodiversity - and we're working every day to make that a reality. VisitOceana.org to learn more.As Executive Director, you will lead a talented, multidisciplinary team of scientists, lawyers, campaigners, and communicators. Your leadership will drive national and EU-level policy changes that safeguard fisheries, protect marine biodiversity, and support sustainable communities.You'll be responsible for defining and executing strategy, building partnerships, raising funds, managing teams across multiple offices, and serving as a powerful voice for ocean conservation across Europe and beyond.We're looking for someone with:Proven success in achieving policy change at national and/or EU level10+ years of leadership experience, ideally in conservation, public policy, or environmental advocacyStrong fundraising, communication, and strategic planning skillsDeep knowledge of Europe's cultural and political landscapePassion for the ocean and a drive to create lasting, science-based impactThis is your chance to lead an ambitious, globally connected team at a pivotal moment for our planet's oceans.If you're interested, please apply by May 26, 2025.
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