Executive Director, ProVeg UK

Festanstellung, Vollzeit · Greater London Area (Remote)

Role Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Executive Director to lead ProVeg UK in this next phase of growth and impact. This role combines strategic leadership with high-level stakeholder engagement, fundraising, and organisational development. The ideal candidate brings entrepreneurial energy, exceptional communication skills, strong credentials in the UK NGO sector, and a passion for food systems transformation.

ProVeg UK has a very strong track record in influencing public food through its School Plates programme, which has, to date, swapped over 47m meals from meat-based to plant-based or veggie. We work in over 8,000 schools across the UK, reaching over 1.3 million children every day. We are keen to expand this excellent work to a wider range of stakeholders, including hospitals (a new manager has just been recruited to develop a Hospital Plates pilot), policymakers, the corporate sector and media.

The Executive Director will be at the forefront of this expansion, while also ensuring the continued success of our existing programmes. As such, this is a high-impact role, offering the opportunity to be a catalyst for positive change in the UK’s plant-based and alternative protein movement — helping to shape a more sustainable future.

Job Details

Reports to: Deputy CEO
Country: UK
Location: Greater London Area (within 1.5 hours by train)
Hours: Full-time (35 h/week)
Salary: £55-60k (plus London allowance of £3k, if applicable)
Start date: ideally ASAP

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and deliver ProVeg UK’s long-term strategy aligned with ProVeg International’s mission
Lead the design and scaling of UK-based programmes that create measurable impact and reflect local opportunities and needs
Represent the organisation to increase ProVeg’s visibility and influence.
Sit as a member of the ProVeg C.I.C. Board.

Stakeholder Engagement & Fundraising

Cultivate and strengthen relationships with strategic partners including food companies, government agencies, foundations, and major donors
Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including government tenders and philanthropic partnerships, with a strong focus on climate and health-related funding
Act as a public thought leader and spokesperson in the UK for food systems transformation in line with ProVeg International’s strategy
Manage governance and engagement with the UK board

Team & Organisational Development

Lead and support our fantastic, high-performing UK team and foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, impact and evaluation
Provide regular coaching and feedback, ensuring clear objectives, performance development, and providing recognition
Foster innovation, improvement and a growth mindset in the team, and identify new opportunities to grow our UK work
Collaborate with ProVeg International teams and other ProVeg countries on shared programmes and goals

Financial Management & Reporting

Develop and oversee the UK annual budget, ensuring financial sustainability and strategic resource allocation
Ensure compliance with UK regulations, reporting requirements, and ProVeg International policies
Provide timely and transparent reporting to the Deputy CEO, International team, and Board

Qualifications

Essential

Proven leadership experience (5+ years at deputy- or C-level) in a UK-based NGO or mission-driven organisation, ideally in food, climate, or health sectors
Demonstrated success in fundraising and partnership building, especially with foundations, governments, or climate philanthropies
Strong entrepreneurial mindset and ability to develop and execute impactful strategies
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with experience speaking to media and government bodies, at public events, and with internal stakeholders of all levels (Board, Senior Leadership Team, Staff and Volunteers)
Deep understanding of UK funding landscape, policy environment, and relevant NGOs
Experience leading diverse and remote teams, with a collaborative and empowering leadership style
Commitment to ProVeg’s mission and values, and strong alignment with our strategic goals
Experience working with cross-functional and international teams
Committed to following a plant-based lifestyle
Knowledge of good governance practice
Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to effectively fulfil the role of Director

Desirable

Existing network of funders, policymakers, or influencers relevant to food systems or climate in the UK
Postgraduate degree in a relevant field (e.g. in public policy, environmental studies, food systems, business, or similar)
Familiarity with effective altruism principles and evidence-based programme design
Understanding of plant-based innovation, sustainable diets, or alternative proteins

Benefits of working with us

Generous annual leave entitlement - 25 days per year, with an additional day granted at the start of each calendar up to a maximum of 30 days (plus bank holidays)
A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
Provision of a work laptop.
Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.
Career development support
Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay
Compassionate animal companion leave
Employee Assistance Programme including counselling
Access to 24/7 virtual GP Service
Mindfulness support via a free Headspace account for you and up to 5 friends or family members
Access to the Wisdom app with exclusive perks and discounts
Membership to the OpenUp platform
We are a workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.
And, last but not least, become part of a great team and work with us towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!

When?

Application deadline: 15.06
First (People & Culture) interview: 23.06 - 26.06
Trial task: 03.07-06.07.
Second (team) interview: 14.07 - 22.07
Final (executive) interview: 24.07 - 26.07

Further information

Your application should include a cover letter and CV. Please indicate your motivation for the role and describe how you meet the requirements. Please send us your application using our online form. Thank you!

Important: Please make sure to use your own words and ideas on the cover letter. The goal is for us to know you better in order to assess if this role and your motivation are a good fit. Letters written with AI, or written in a language other than English, will be disregarded.

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About us

ProVeg International is a food awareness organisation working to transform the global food system by replacing 50% of animal products globally with plant-based and cultivated foods by 2040.

ProVeg engages with all relevant stakeholders to create a food system where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet.

ProVeg has received the United Nations’ Momentum for Change Award and works closely with key UN food and environment agencies.

ProVeg creates global impact, with offices in 14 countries across five continents and more than 220 employees.

Diversity Statement

ProVeg is committed to equal opportunity in employment for all, regardless of ethnic origin, religion, skin color, gender, age, national origin or ancestry, refugee background, genetic information, disability, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, HIV status, gender identity, or gender expression. People of Color, women, people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA+ communities, older adults, neurodivergent people, refugees, and people living with HIV are explicitly encouraged to apply.

In 2020, ProVeg signed the Diversity Charter, a self-commitment and association dedicated to promoting a prejudice-free work environment.

In 2022, ProVeg achieved a score of 88.1% on the PRIDE Index, the LGBTIQ+ Diversity Performance Index, which is over 20 percentage points higher than the overall average of 67.9%.

Data Protection Information for Applicants :
More information about the processing of your personal data during your application at ProVeg e.V. can be found here in German and English.

Rollenzusammenfassung

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Aufgaben

Strategic Leadership

Develop and deliver ProVeg UK’s long-term strategy aligned with ProVeg International’s mission
Lead the design and scaling of UK-based programmes that create measurable impact and reflect local opportunities and needs
Represent the organisation to increase ProVeg’s visibility and influence.
Sit as a member of the ProVeg C.I.C. Board.

Stakeholder Engagement & Fundraising

Cultivate and strengthen relationships with strategic partners including food companies, government agencies, foundations, and major donors
Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including government tenders and philanthropic partnerships, with a strong focus on climate and health-related funding
Act as a public thought leader and spokesperson in the UK for food systems transformation in line with ProVeg International’s strategy
Manage governance and engagement with the UK board

Team & Organisational Development

Lead and support our fantastic, high-performing UK team and foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, impact and evaluation
Provide regular coaching and feedback, ensuring clear objectives, performance development, and providing recognition
Foster innovation, improvement and a growth mindset in the team, and identify new opportunities to grow our UK work
Collaborate with ProVeg International teams and other ProVeg countries on shared programmes and goals

Financial Management & Reporting

Develop and oversee the UK annual budget, ensuring financial sustainability and strategic resource allocation
Ensure compliance with UK regulations, reporting requirements, and ProVeg International policies
Provide timely and transparent reporting to the Deputy CEO, International team, and Board

Anforderungen

Essential

Proven leadership experience (5+ years at deputy- or C-level) in a UK-based NGO or mission-driven organisation, ideally in food, climate, or health sectors
Demonstrated success in fundraising and partnership building, especially with foundations, governments, or climate philanthropies
Strong entrepreneurial mindset and ability to develop and execute impactful strategies
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with experience speaking to media and government bodies, at public events, and with internal stakeholders of all levels (Board, Senior Leadership Team, Staff and Volunteers)
Deep understanding of UK funding landscape, policy environment, and relevant NGOs
Experience leading diverse and remote teams, with a collaborative and empowering leadership style
Commitment to ProVeg’s mission and values, and strong alignment with our strategic goals
Experience working with cross-functional and international teams
Committed to following a plant-based lifestyle
Knowledge of good governance practice
Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to effectively fulfil the role of Director

Desirable

Existing network of funders, policymakers, or influencers relevant to food systems or climate in the UK
Postgraduate degree in a relevant field (e.g. in public policy, environmental studies, food systems, business, or similar)
Familiarity with effective altruism principles and evidence-based programme design
Understanding of plant-based innovation, sustainable diets, or alternative proteins

Unser Angebot

Generous annual leave entitlement - 25 days per year, with an additional day granted at the start of each calendar up to a maximum of 30 days (plus bank holidays)
A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
Provision of a work laptop.
Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.
Career development support
Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay
Compassionate animal companion leave
Employee Assistance Programme including counselling
Access to 24/7 virtual GP Service
Mindfulness support via a free Headspace account for you and up to 5 friends or family members
Access to the Wisdom app with exclusive perks and discounts
Membership to the OpenUp platform
We are a workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.
And, last but not least, become part of a great team and work with us towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!

Wann?

Application deadline: 15.06
First (People & Culture) interview: 23.06 - 26.06
Trial task: 03.07-06.07.
Second (team) interview: 14.07 - 22.07
Final (executive) interview: 24.07 - 26.07

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Über uns

ProVeg International ist eine Ernährungsorganisation, die sich für die Transformation des globalen Ernährungssystems einsetzt. Unsere Mission ist, bis 2040 weltweit 50 % der Tierprodukte durch pflanzliche und kultivierte Nahrungsmittel zu ersetzen.

ProVeg arbeitet mit allen relevanten Akteuren am Übergang zu einem Ernährungssystem, in dem sich alle für genussvolles und gesundes Essen entscheiden, das gut für alle Menschen, Tiere und unseren Planeten ist.

ProVeg hat den „Momentum for Change“-Preis der Vereinten Nationen erhalten und arbeitet eng mit den wichtigsten UN-Organisationen für Ernährung und Umwelt zusammen.

Wir haben den Status eines Ständigen Beobachters der UN-Klimarahmenkonvention (UNFCCC), dem Weltklimarat (IPCC) und des Übereinkommens über die biologische Vielfalt (CBD) sowie beratenden Status beim Wirtschafts- und Sozialrat der Vereinten Nationen (ECOSOC). Zudem sind wir bei der UN-Weltversammlung (UNEA) akkreditiert.

Mit Büros in 14 Ländern auf 5 Kontinenten und mehr als 220 Mitarbeitenden erzielt ProVeg eine globale Wirkung.

Diversity Statement

ProVeg verpflichtet sich zur Chancengleichheit bei der Beschäftigung für alle, unabhängig von ethnischer Herkunft, Religion, Hautfarbe, Geschlecht, Alter, nationaler Herkunft oder Abstammung, Geflüchtetenhintergrund, genetischer Informationen, Behinderung, Familienstand, elterlichem Status, Schwangerschaft, sexueller Orientierung, HIV-Status, Geschlechtsidentität oder Geschlechtsausdruck. People of Colour, Frauen, Menschen mit Behinderung, Mitglieder von LGBTQIA+ Communities, ältere Menschen, neurodivergente Menschen, Geflüchtete und Menschen die mit HIV leben werden ausdrücklich ermutigt, sich zu bewerben.

Im Jahr 2020 hat ProVeg die Charta der Vielfalt unterzeichnet, eine Selbstverpflichtung und ein Verein, der sich für ein vorurteilsfreies Arbeitsumfeld einsetzt.

Im Jahr 2022 hat ProVeg beim PRIDE Index, dem LGBTIQ+ Diversity Performance Index, 88,1 % erreicht und liegt damit über 20 Prozentpunkte über dem Gesamtdurchschnitt von 67,9 %.

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Weitere Informationen über unsere Datenverarbeitung findest du hier:
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