The successful candidate will be expected to:
Engage the company executives in the steering committee of the Development Focus Area to develop and gain approval of the strategy and overall work plans;
Engage broadly with the WBCSD member companies and regional network partners to raise awareness of development related issues and opportunities for business;
Work with representatives from WBCSD member companies – of many different industry sectors - to lead the implementation of the work program;
Advocate for improvements in the overall investment climate for doing business in emerging economies with government, intergovernmental and civil society organizations;
Explore collaborative opportunities with government, multi-laterals, development organizations and civil society organizations to partner with business to deliver real progress on the ground.
To submit an application for this position send a cover letter and resume to job@wbcsd.org [2]. The deadline to receive applications is October 31, 2007. Click here [3] for more details on the job listing.
This is the perfect opportunity to join the WBCSD team of professionals who share the motivation make a difference in the world and support sustainable development through business. NextBillion encourages our qualified readers to apply!