International Advocacy Advisor in Surrey

Join us at WWF-UK as an International Advocacy Advisor at a critical moment for people and planet. This role sits within our International Advocacy team and will help deliver WWF-UK’s strategy for effective international influencing in a changing world. You will play a key role in shaping and delivering advocacy approaches that help secure ambitious outcomes on climate, nature and people across major global forums including UN climate and biodiversity processes, the G7, G20 and other international arenas.

A particular focus of the role will be building strong partnerships across the WWF network, especially supporting partner offices in the Global South and enabling multi-country collaboration. You will also help drive work to end deforestation by 2030 through the connected lenses of food, forests and finance. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines political insight, strong influencing skills and international relationship‑building with a passion for creating real‑world impact. The role is offered based on a fixed‑term contract ending on 30 June 2027, but with a high possibility for contract extension.

Skills and experience

• Experience developing and delivering successful advocacy strategies, campaigns or influencing programmes
• Strong understanding of international politics, diplomacy and the global policy landscape
• Experience working in climate, environment, development or related policy areas
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and decision makers internally and externally
• Experience managing complex projects across multiple teams, offices and external partners
• Strong relationship‑building skills with the ability to work effectively across cultures and geographies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including drafting briefings, strategy papers and external materials
• Ability to identify political opportunities, risks and emerging trends and translate them into action
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Confidence representing an organisation in meetings, coalitions, panels or public forums
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in advocacy and partnership approaches
• Commitment to WWF’s mission and values
• Experience working on international policy processes such as UNFCCC, CBD, G7 or G20
• Experience working with colleagues or partners in the Global South, including Brazil, India or China
• Knowledge of forests, food systems, sustainable finance or deforestation policy
• Experience working in an international NGO, multilateral or networked organisation
• Additional language skills beyond English
• Experience supporting delegations or representing organisations at international summits or negotiations

What we offer

• Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options, to support your work life balance
• 7.5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow
• Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness

Our Diversity Promise

At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. We value every individual regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself. We are an inclusive, disability‑confident employer committed to creating a space where people feel they belong.

Safeguarding Commitment

We are dedicated to creating a safe environment for everyone. Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability. We implement clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, including external vetting. If you have any concerns, confidential channels are available to support you.