Pb(temporary contract, start asap – March 2027, Geneva based) /b /ppbAbout the World Economic Forum /b /ppThe World Economic Forum is committed to improving the state of the world through public–private cooperation. The Forum engages political, business and civil society leaders to shape global, regional and industry agendas. /ppbWhy we are recruiting /b /ppThe World Economic Forum is seeking a Lead, International Materials Collaboration to lead the continued delivery and development of the Materials Collaboration workstream within the Centre for Energy and Materials. /ppBuilding on earlier analytical and convening work, the role will focus on deepening business engagement, strengthening regional collaboration, particularly in Asia–Pacific, and elevating regional perspectives into global materials dialogue. The position has a strong emphasis on stakeholder engagement, high-quality convening, and the translation of insights into actionable outputs. /ppbReporting lines and interactions /b /ppThe role reports to the Material Systems Manager within the Centre for Energy and Materials and works closely with: /plipThe Centre for Nature and Climate /p /lilipThe Forum’s Japan Office /p /lilipRegional and Japan/APAC stakeholders /p /lilipExternal partners across governments, businesses, international organisations and civil society /p /lipbBreakdown of main responsibilities /b /ppProgramme leadership and delivery –Materials Collaboration /plipOwn the end-to-end planning, management and delivery of the Materials Collaboration workstream. /p /lilipTranslate strategic objectives into a clear annual workplan and ensure timely, high-quality delivery of agreed outputs. /p /lilipAct as the primary Forum focal point for key government and institutional partners supporting the workstream. /p /lipAdvancing global dialogue on materials collaboration /plipLead targeted insights-gathering exercises with regional and global stakeholders to assess perspectives on international materials collaboration pathways. /p /lilipSynthesise findings to inform discussions on materials efficiency, trade, governance and international cooperation. /p /lilipDesign and deliver high-quality dialogue sessions at major international events. /p /lilipKnowledge products: Lead the development and writing of briefing papers and articles that synthesise stakeholder insights, support international dialogue, and inform policy and business decision-making. /p /lilipEngage senior leaders from business, government, academia and civil society to build momentum and ownership around materials collaboration. /p /lipStrengthening regional collaboration in Asia–Pacific (APAC) /plipLead targeted engagement on regional materials and circular economy cooperation, including lessons from existing regional frameworks. /p /lilipDesign and convene regional dialogue sessions at relevant APAC platforms, integrating global industry perspectives. /p /lilipDevelop concise briefing papers and articles that capture regional insights, best practices and opportunities for materials collaboration and disseminate key findings to global audiences. /p /lilipSupport partner-led engagement at priority international events, leveraging the Forum’s global network to bring relevant business and expert voices and to ensure APAC and Japan perspectives are effectively integrated into broader international materials cooperation discussions. /p /lipbThe successful candidate will be assessed on /b /plipHigh-quality and timely delivery of Global Materials Collaboration outputs /p /lilipEffectiveness of global and regional dialogue convened /p /lilipSeniority and diversity of stakeholder engagement and partner satisfaction /p /lilipContribution to the Forum’s Future of Materials programme /p /lilipProactive collaboration across internal teams and external partners /p /lipbPreferred requirements and experience /b /plipMaster’s degree in resource economics, circular economy, economics, or equivalent, with broad intellectual background /p /lilipExperience in the environment and natural resources, technology and innovation. Specific experience in circular economy and international collaboration issues would be an important asset /p /lilipA minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience in the public, private or civil society sectors, working with different industries to lead projects and initiatives /p /lilipAbility to work with C-suite business leaders and leading issue experts in academia, international organizations, governments and NGOs, as well as with representatives from grassroots organizations /p /lilipAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, with an understanding of stakeholder needs. A committed, collaborative, positive and solution-oriented team player /p /lilipOutstanding verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in other languages desirable /p /lilipGood analytical capabilities /p /lipbWhy work at the Forum: /b /ppThe Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change! /p