Impact Lead, Operations/Exco (Internal Opportunity)

Impact Lead, Operations/Exco (Internal Opportunity)

We are also inviting applications for a new Impact Lead role at E3G. The Impact Lead role is designed to strengthen our ability to translate strategy into strategic programming and capability delivering outcomes and impact and enabling learning and practice development in support of our mission over time. The Impact Lead sits, along with the Transformation Lead and Chief of Staff, at the heart of our “strategy engine” and is part of building a stronger central spine connecting our programmes and operations

The Impact Lead will work alongside the Chief Programme Officer (Deputy CEO) and wider programme and operational leadership to strengthen and renew our strategies, operating and business models, serving as an enabling function to strengthen strategic programming, capability design and metrics for high impact, integrated programmes and enables continuous learning and practice development towards our pathfinding mission towards being a think tank fit for the 2030s in support of our climate safety for all vision.

The role will

• Support translation of strategy into strategic programming, working with programme leadership, HR and delivery support functions to align ambition and capability

• Support strategic planning and reporting to board, funders and stakeholders across impact (programme) portfolio

• Strengthen organisational learning and practice, building the organisation’s approach to monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning

• Support the development of learning and development initiatives through the E3G way

• Support development of how we understand and articulate outcomes and impact over time, and our change model, and support development of frameworks and an evidence base on outcomes and impact

• Contribute to developing compelling data-driven impact narratives and evidence for partners and funders and for internal engagement, including a range of core products e.g. annual review working with Communications

• Work alongside the Chief of Staff and Transformation Lead as part of the organisation’s strategy execution enabling “engine” under the leadership of Exco and wider senior leadership group

• Work with the Transformation Lead to renew and embed strategy, transformation and innovation processes, capability, learning and practice at E3G.

This is not a traditional MEL role but will be uniquely positioned to develop our capabilities in this area, drawing on best practice and where appropriate, external support and partnerships.

Person profile

We are looking for someone who:

• Brings strong strategic thinking combined with a practical delivery mindset
• Enjoys working across programmes and functions
• Can connect organisational ambition with delivery reality
• Is comfortable engaging with senior programme leadership
• Has an interest in organisational learning and practice development
• Can help clarify direction in complex environments
• Understands how impact is created over time in mission-driven organisations

• Works collaboratively to align capability, resourcing and objectives

For internal applicants, experience working across teams and an understanding of strategy and programme delivery approaches will be a strong advantage.

What we offer

This role offers an opportunity to shape how the organisation delivers impact over the coming years and to develop a unique organisational perspective.

• This is a 2 year internal posting
• The role is open to E3G staff and is expected to be based in an E3G office in London, Brussels or Berlin
• E3G offers a reward and benefits package which compares well with other organisations within our sector. The indicative salary range for this position dependant on experience/location is:
  • UK - £62,825 to £67,000
    
  • DEU - €69,496 to €75,000
  • BXL - €66,291 to €75,000
    

How to apply
Please submit your application in English.
Please include:

• A CV of maximum two pages
• A supporting statement addressing the question below.

Please submit a short statement (maximum 1 page) in support of your application addressing: In the context of our new 5 year strategy, what shift do we need to make in how we define, evidence and communicate our impact so that it is more compelling to funders and strategic partners — and how could the Impact Lead help enable this shift over time?

The deadline for applications is midnight, 10 March 2026.

E3G values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or ethnic background. We aim to build an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the populations we support, and actively seek applications from those who are marginalized and underrepresented. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.