Board Members (Commissioners) for the London Sustainable Development Commission (LSDC)

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Full time
Location: London
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Job offered by: London Gov
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Category:
Board Members (Commissioners) for the London Sustainable Development Commission (LSDC)

Salary:

Unremunerated (expenses can be paid) Contract type:

Fixed Term Reference:

LSDC1224 Interview date:

Late February 2025 The London Sustainable Development Commission (LSDC) was set up in 2002 to provide independent advice to the Mayor of London on making the capital a more sustainable city. The Commission is made up on 12-15 experts whose role is to promote integrated and innovative solutions, policies and programmes to create an environmentally sustainable city and deliver improvements in quality of life for everyone, now and in the future. Are you interested in joining a group of sustainability experts working to help London achieve the Mayor’s sustainability goals? We are looking for enthusiastic individuals at the heart of London’s sustainability and climate action, contributing to making London a resilient place to live and work. The LSDC aims to provide guidance on: Achieving a just transition to net zero Meeting the challenge of achieving environmentally sustainable growth of the economy in London that improves quality of life for all Londoners. Meeting the diverse needs of all Londoners and communities, promoting personal wellbeing, social cohesion and inclusion, and creating equal opportunity for all. Respecting the limits of the planet’s environment, resources and biodiversity – improve London’s environment and ensure that the natural resources needed for life are unimpaired and remain so for future generations. Over the coming years, the Commission will have an important role in informing and supporting the Mayor’s delivery of a just transition to net zero, ensuring that these principles are embedded into the regional and local decision-making framework. Dealing with issues as diverse as the Mayor’s climate action targets; ensuring London has a just transition to becoming a net zero city by 2030; and developing an approach in the capital to building cohesive sustainable communities through an integrated city approach. You will build on the success of the Commission and bring fresh innovative ideas that will create meaningful and positive change. We are looking for individuals with senior level experience in delivering sustainable development. You will have proven outstanding communication skills to engage with people at all levels and thrive in a highly political environment. Above all, you must bring drive, commitment and practicality to broker and deliver solutions to the sustainability challenges London faces now and in the years to come. Although not essential for this role, we are particularly interested in hearing from professionals with experience in any of the following areas: planning, green finance and investing, nature, adaptation and resilience, community or charity/NGO sector, social policy, business, and innovative technologies. London's diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to reflect London's diversity in all board appointments. The aim is that the LSDC should reflect London’s diversity so we welcome applications from all sections of the community. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in the environmental sector. Please note, the name of the LSDC is currently under review. Any name changes will not impact the remit and upcoming priority work areas of the LSDC. How to Apply Candidates are asked to submit a CV and covering letter via the online application system (max 1000 words) giving details of the relevant experience that equips you to serve as a Commissioner of the London Sustainable Development Commission. Please address the experience, skills and competencies provided in the role specification (see Applicant pack). Please ensure your CV contains the name and contact details of two people who are willing to provide a reference for you. Please include in your covering letter any relevant information regarding your eligibility for appointment and any Directorships or other positions you currently hold. If you would like to discuss this role, please contact the LSDC Secretariat at LSDC@London.gov.uk no later than the 16th January 2025 or for further details about the Commission see http://www.londonsdc.org. You can also find details about our recruitment open events on our website. Please note, offers will subject to a satisfactory Social Media and DBS check. Application closing date:

11.59pm 19th January 2025 Interviews will take place Late February 2025

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