About ECFECF is the single European umbrella federation of member-based civil society organisations advocating and working for more and better cycling. With around 70 members from over 40 countries, we harness the power of the cycling movements in Europe and - increasingly – globally.What we doWe apply an evidence-based advocacy approach to promote cycling as a sustainable and healthy means of transport and leisure.We do innovative research and thought leadership projects and initiatives.We provide tools, resources and training to our members and stakeholders.We coordinate the development of the EuroVelo Cycle Route network.We organise Velo-city, the annual global cycling summit.Responsibilities of the CEOWorking from our headquarters in Brussels, the CEO will work closely with our motivated and committed Board that has been elected by our members and lead a skilled and passionate team of around 30 staff and interns who work across the areas of:AdvocacyPublic and private projects and partnershipsEuroVeloVelo-cityMembers and NetworksCommunicationsOperationsAn experienced, values-driven leader, the CEO will ensure the implementation of ECF’s strategy designed by the ECF board and approved by its members.The CEO will coach and manage our team to fulfil their potential, develop the organisation’s goals and annual plans, actively engage with members and networks, represent the organisation publicly at the highest levels, lead fundraising activities and further shape and develop the organisation and its culture.Specific responsibilities include:Work closely with the Board to support the development of the organisation’s long-term strategy.Create and oversee an organisational architecture that allows the strategy to be achieved.Work closely with the senior management and wider staff teams to facilitate a collaborative and joined-up delivery of the strategy.Who are we looking for?Academic background● Essential: You have at least a Master’s degree in a relevant field.Professional background● Essential: You have at least one of the following:At least 10 years of management experience, with strong operational and financial management skills demonstrated in a senior role.At least 10 years’ experience in senior leadership roles in civil society advocacy NGOs or industry trade associations, ideally with a broad diversity of members/stakeholders and geographies.At least 10 years’ experience in senior leadership roles in transnational agencies, national or local government administrations, government ministries, agencies, or similar.At least 10 years’ experience working in a senior role in the mobility, cycling or climate policy field at global, European, national or local level.Experience in advocacy and campaigning in EU and/or other transnational and global policymaking environments (e.g. UNECE, UNFCCC, etc).Experience of working in different countries / multinational and multicultural organisations.Competencies, skills and attributesA highly motivated individual with strong ethical standards and an open-minded, proactive, results-oriented personality.Strong commitment to ECF’s mission to promote cycling as a sustainable and healthy form of transport and leisure.An effective, inspiring and empowering people manager and leader.Excellent communications, interpersonal and networking skills.Effective business developer with a successful fundraising track record.Proven financial, resource management and risk management skills.Experience with recruitment and people development.A resilient person who can multitask and set priorities.Political and cultural sensitivity and awareness.An accomplished and engaging public speaker.Willingness and ability to travel, and flexibility in terms of travel and working hours as required.Languages● Essential: High degree of proficiency in English (spoken and written).● Desirable: Additional languages are an asset.What do we offer?You will lead the world’s largest and best-known cyclists’ federation and promote cycling as one of the most healthy, most climate-friendly and efficient means of transport and leisure.Your position will be based in a nice office located in the heart of Brussels full of friendly, passionate and international colleagues.ECF offers an employment package in line with similar non-governmental organisations based in Brussels. Our package includes 20 legal vacation days and 10 extra-legal vacation days, cycling-to-work allowance, lunch vouchers and an extra-legal pension scheme.Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU and able and willing to live and work in Belgium.How to applyPlease submit your CV and a cover letter in English in one PDF document to hr@ecf.com with the subject line ”First Name Last Name - ECF CEO” no later than Sunday 4 May 2025.Early applications are encouraged, as we will evaluate applications on a rolling basis.A first round of in-person interviews in Brussels is scheduled for Sunday 18 and Monday 19 May 2025, please confirm your availability on one or both of these dates. A second round may be scheduled at a later date.All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.We would like to thank all interested candidates in advance. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Equal opportunityECF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.
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