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Environmental Defenders Office is the leading public interest environmental law centre in the Australia-Pasifik region, with a 40-year track record of using the law to protect nature, climate, culture and communities. With a multidisciplinary team located across Australia and with partners in the Pasifik EDO has been a cornerstone of public interest environmental law in the region and plays a key role in the development of Australias environmental and climate jurisprudence and law reform.Every year, EDO delivers thousands of legal assistance services to communities facing environmental injustice and seeking to protect our shared environment. As a specialist CLC, EDO is the only public-interest legal centre that provides frontline legal services to the community with expertise in environmental and planning law.The OpportunityThis is a rare opportunity to lead a globally significant, values-driven, organisation at the forefront of climate and environmental justice. As CEO, you will guide EDOs next chapter consolidating growth, deepening partnerships and advancing the law addressing escalating threats to nature, climate and cultural heritage. Youll be working with an experienced and engaged Board and a high performing team with experts across Australia and partners in the Pasifik.Summary of RoleThe CEO provides strategic and cultural leadership, financial stewardship, and high-level external engagement. Youll be responsible for delivery of EDOs 20252030 strategy, building a strong and inclusive One EDO culture, and securing diverse income to sustain and grow the organisations impact. A strong public presence and commitment to EDOs mission are essential.The full Job Specifications can be found here: you will haveWe are looking for a legally qualified, experienced leader, who ideally demonstrates some or all of the following: Alignment with EDOs charitable purpose and public interest services. Knowledge / experience in EDOs field of work CEO or Executive experience. Strong cultural competency (or a clear willingness to learn and grow in this area) Brings strong communication and fundraising capabilities Brings political Community Engagement experienceApplicationFor a confidential discussion, or to express interest in being considered for the role, please call Tony OLeary at OLeary Partners on 0413047778 or email tony@olearypartners.com.au.The final date to express interest is 7 June 2025, however the recruitment is active and EOIs at the earliest opportunity are encouraged.Role TypeCompany OverviewEnvironmental Defenders Office (EDO) is the leading environmental law practice in the Australia Pacific Region delivering legal solutions for peoples, nature and our climate. We have a big vision which is a world where nature thrives. Weve got big ambition about the role we can play in delivering that vision and weve got an incredible team across the country working to achieve it. We are dedicated to protecting our climate, communities and shared environment by providing access to justice, running ground-breaking litigation and leading law reform advocacy. Over our 30-year combined history weve developed a formidable track record of empowering communities and delivering effective protection of the environment through legal services. As the regions legal experts in our field, we aim to be a brave, unified, and focused team, committed to inclusion and excellence in all that we do. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace supporting a highly skilled, engaged, and effective team, where everyone can feel that they belong. #J-18808-Ljbffr