Job Openings

Unearthodox is seeking an Insights and Futures Lead, and a Programme Manager.

At Unearthodox, we champion systemic change for nature conservation through innovative strategies combining futures and systems thinking. We ask the hard questions and create solutions that regenerate nature and transform society.

Our approach, centered on transformative change, integrates thought leadership and co-creation across three key programmes aimed at regenerative futures. Dive into a journey of innovation, co-creation, and transformative change with us.

Insights and Futures Lead

Your Impact

As the Insights and Futures Lead reporting directly to our Director of Innovation, you will drive critical components of our 2024-2026 Innovation Strategy. Centered on our 'Regenerative Futures' programme, your leadership will be instrumental in refining our intellectual framework and research methodologies.

You will identify and capitalise on emerging trends, spearhead visionary initiatives, and define research priorities that align with our strategic objectives. Your role is essential in steering our Futures and Foresight Programme, influencing transformative societal impacts through innovative research and policy dialogue.

Is This You?

• Are you a research expert with a PhD or Master's degree in a relevant field such as biodiversity conservation or environmental management?
• Do you possess in-depth knowledge and experience in systems thinking, futures thinking, and co-creation?
• Are you skilled in managing complexity and driving transformative changes?
• Can you effectively co-create and communicate about complex insights with diverse audiences?
• Are you a diversity advocate for whom Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are principles you live by?
• Are you a global thinker who can easily evolve and understand cultural nuances and work productively in remote environments?
• Does your fluency in English stand out? Do you also speak another European language?

Our Values

At Unearthodox, innovation thrives under our core principles of Curiosity, Appreciation, Commitment, Collaboration, Authenticity, Humour, and Care. We cultivate an environment that welcomes new ideas and fosters meaningful change.

Join Us

If you're passionate about leveraging innovation for transformative change and align with our values, apply here to join our mission-driven team.

Deadline for submissions for the Insights and Futures Lead is 27th May 2024.

Programme Manager

Your Impact

As Programme Manager, you will play a pivotal role in executing our 2024-2026 Innovation Strategy. 

Your primary focus will be to leverage your project and programme management skills to drive the successful implementation of our current flagship 3-year programme, "Regenerative Futures". You will be expected to implement our current innovation delivery model across defined phases, from reframing and ideation to incubation, acceleration, and closure, while remaining open to adapt and improve as necessary. 

In parallel, you will directly contribute to the design, establishment, and operationalisation of the second programme of our Innovation Strategy, which is aimed at supporting a diverse range of innovative projects. 

In this dual-capacity role, you will ensure that both programmes not only align with but also propel our overarching mission to regenerate nature and foster transformative change. You'll manage programme budgets, streamline processes, and lead dynamic teams to achieve milestones that resonate across communities and ecosystems.

Is This You?

• Do you have a robust background in managing complex, multi-stakeholder programmes, particularly in sustainability, conservation, or social innovation?
• Are you proficient in using project management tools and software to optimise workflows and manage budgets effectively?
• Do you possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of identifying patterns and translating insights into actionable strategies?
• Are you comfortable with adaptive management and agile methodologies, thriving in dynamic and diverse work environments?
• Can you effectively communicate and engage stakeholders across various levels, fostering collaboration and constructive dialogue?
• Are you a global thinker with fluency in English and perhaps another European language, skilled in navigating cultural nuances in a remote work setting?
• Do you live by the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion?
• Are you proficient at working asynchronously in a highly collaborative environment and leveraging communication tools such as email, Slack, Loom, Miro and Google suite to drive efficiency and inclusion?

Our Values

At Unearthodox, innovation thrives under our core principles of Curiosity, Appreciation, Commitment, Collaboration, Authenticity, Humour, and Care. We cultivate an environment that welcomes new ideas and fosters meaningful change.

Join Us

If you're passionate about leveraging innovation for transformative change and align with our values, apply here to join our mission-driven team.

Location & Terms

This role offers flexibility and remote work options (preferred within +/- 4 hours of CET), on a 2-year contract basis, available for 80% - 100% commitment.

Deadline for submissions for the Programme Manager is 27th May 2024.