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We’ve been working at the intersection of people and purpose for over two decades. Our global network spans professionals in impact strategy, inclusive growth, ethical supply chains, human rights, philanthropy, DEI, and sustainable development. We specialise in finding individuals who drive measurable outcomes - across climate, equity, education, health, and beyond.
What is Social Impact Work?
Social impact refers to the positive (or negative) effect that an organisation, project, policy, or individual has on people and society. In simple terms, it's about how actions create meaningful change in the world, particularly in areas like equity, justice, health, education, human rights, and poverty reduction.
At Acre, when we talk about social impact, we’re referring to roles, strategies and initiatives that aim to:
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Tackle systemic social challenges (e.g. inequality, discrimination, access to basic services)
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Improve lives in measurable ways - whether through corporate responsibility programmes, non-profit interventions, or public policy
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Contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially those focused on social wellbeing, such as:
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SDG 1: No Poverty
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SDG 3: Good Health & Well-being
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SDG 4: Quality Education
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SDG 5: Gender Equality
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SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
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SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
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Why Social Impact Roles Matter
As social and environmental pressures intensify, organisations are expected to do more than deliver profit - they're expected to deliver purpose. Social impact professionals play a critical role in holding organisations accountable, reducing inequality, and ensuring the fair and ethical treatment of people throughout value chains.
These roles are central to embedding resilience, trust, and long-term value. Whether addressing human rights in supply chains, closing equity gaps in hiring, or advancing health and education outcomes through corporate partnerships - social impact teams enable real transformation.
Our Unique Approach
At Acre, we don’t just fill jobs - we shape impactful teams. What sets us apart is our:
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Global reach with local insight: Placing professionals in over 55+ countries across every major region.
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Dedicated subject matter expertise: Our consultants live and breathe sustainability, ESG, and impact.
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Competency-based assessment: We evaluate candidates not only on their experience but on behaviours proven to drive systemic change - like influence, innovation, and adaptability.
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Advisory capability: We work as strategic partners to design team structures and assess market talent, helping our clients recruit today for the needs of tomorrow.
What Kinds of Roles Do We Recruit?
We work across the full spectrum of social impact, including roles such as:
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Head of Social Impact / ESG
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Impact Strategy Lead / Director
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Programme & Partnership Managers
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DEI & Human Rights Specialists
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Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
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Community Engagement & Stakeholder Management
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Sustainable Development / SDG Leads
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Corporate Citizenship / Social Innovation Leaders
Our clients span non-profits, foundations, multilateral institutions, impact investors, and purpose-driven corporates in sectors including consumer goods, financial services, life sciences, and infrastructure.
The Demand for Impact Talent is Rising
As purpose becomes a business imperative, social impact roles are becoming essential - not optional. Yet despite growing demand, there’s a shortage of qualified professionals with both the technical and non-technical skills to lead change effectively.
At Acre, we address this challenge head-on by combining recruitment with leadership development. We assess impact competencies across our markets and support our clients to identify, develop, and retain talent that’s fit for the future.
Other Areas We Recruit In
Acre works across a range of impact and sustaimability themes including:
- Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, BESS, Biomass)
- First-of-a-kind technology (Clean Fuels, Gas Processing, Microgrids, Cryogenics)
- Digital Infrastructure
- Utilities & RTO/ISOs
- Sustainability & ESG
- Carbon Markets, Nature & Biodiversity
- Sustainable Finance
- Procurement & Supply Chain
- Health & Safety and EHS
- Social Impact
- Public & Non-Profit
Let’s Build a Better Future, Together
Whether you’re looking to scale your social impact function, hire your first purpose strategist, or access diverse and visionary leaders, Acre can help.
We’ve spent two decades connecting organisations with individuals who care deeply and act decisively. People who don't just understand impact—but deliver it.
Get in touch to learn how we can support your mission.
