Acre is delighted to be working in partnership with Zero Carbon Forum, an ambitious, not-for-profit collaboration of hospitality operators committed to tackling climate change head-on. Zero Carbon Forum brings together major players across the sector to accelerate the transition to a net-zero economy through innovation, data-driven strategy, and practical tools that help businesses act.

 

They're looking for a Sustainability Specialist to join this fast-growing team. This is your chance to work at the forefront of climate action in hospitality - helping shape and deliver the tools, guidance and collaborate on projects that will drive deep decarbonisation across the sector.

 

 

The Role

This is a pivotal position combining strategy development, stakeholder engagement, and hands-on delivery. You will:

• Develop Climate Action Plans and best-practice guides tailored to hospitality businesses.
• Lead and contribute to industry-wide Action Groups tackling scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.
• Provide expert input to collaborative initiatives and help guide sector-wide progress.
• Create resources, benchmarking tools, and reports that offer members real value.
• Identify emerging sustainability challenges and translate them into targeted solutions.

 

 

What They're Looking For

• 3–5 years’ experience in a sustainability-related role.
• Strong knowledge of carbon reduction strategies and net-zero frameworks.
• Confident project management skills and the ability to deliver work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the confidence to engage with a wide range of stakeholders — from frontline operators to senior leaders.
• A proactive, mission-driven mindset and an appetite to help shape a growing, high-impact organisation.
• Bonus points if you’ve worked in the hospitality sector, membership organisations, or fast-growth environments where structure is evolving.

 

 

What’s On Offer

• A role where your work directly supports climate action at a national scale.
• Remote-first flexibility with regular travel to a central London office (next to the London Eye).
• A warm, collaborative team culture that values passion and innovation.
• A benefits package that includes:
• Finish-early Fridays once a month
• Birthday day off
• WFH kit and flexible working
• Health & Wellness app subscription
• Personal training budget
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Generous parental leave
• All travel expenses covered for in-person meetings
• Laptop + pension + 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

 

If you're passionate about sustainability and want to be part of a team turning climate ambition into action, this is your chance - we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to Jesse Harford at jesse.harford@acre.com for more details.

Are you a master networker who is well connected with fashion brands and retailers?

Are you good at building and nurturing relationships?

Are you looking to work for an organisation that is committed to leading and driving positive change in the world and can demonstrate the impact it is making? 

 

Acre is partnering with the Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA) to identify its future Partnership Development & Engagement Manager. This is a great opportunity to join OCA and revolutionise the production, distribution, and consumption of organic cotton globally. 

 

 

About Organic Cotton Accelerator 

The Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA) believe organic cotton is the catalyst for a truly sustainable textiles sector. As a multi-stakeholder organisation, it unites the sector to unleash the potential of organic cotton, from field to fashion, for people and the planet. 

 

OCA envision a future where every time a farmer switches to organic cotton, there is a ripple effect of positivity; farmers earn more and their land and soils are fertile for future generations, protecting our planet. OCA call this the Organic Cotton Effect. 

 

OCA is committing to enabling this future by creating a transparent, responsible and resilient organic cotton supply chain that prioritises delivering farmer prosperity and meeting the sector’s shared sustainability goals. 

 

As an accelerator, OCA want to get to this future, faster. As Partnership Development & Engagement Manager, you will join a growing, dynamic, and innovative organisation. For more information about OCA and its mission: https://www.organiccottonaccelerator.org/ 

 

 

 

What will you be doing in this role? 

As the Partnership Development & Engagement Manager your primary focus will be to facilitate the growth of OCA’s network of contributors, leading and supporting business development efforts with brands and retailers. Additionally, you will play a vital role in onboarding and engaging existing contributors to support the retention of OCA contributors. You will report directly to the Partnership Director and be part of the global Partnership team. 

 

 

 

Key Responsibilities 

•Lead business development efforts, focusing in particular on identifying and onboarding brands and retailers whilst also supporting conversion of other key stakeholder groupings 

•Support the development and implementation of a comprehensive partnership engagement and development strategy to support the retention and growth of OCA contributors 

•Conduct market research to identify potential partners and contributors, and develop compelling pitches to attract them to the OCA platform 

•Utilise CRM to track and manage the OCA business development pipeline, ensuring timely follow-ups and proactive engagement with potential partners and contributors 

•Create promotional materials and campaigns to attract and onboard new partners and contributors 

•Provide regular reports and updates on partnership engagement and development activities, including key metrics, successes, and areas for improvement 

•Use your insights and expertise to feed into and support the ongoing development of OCAs value proposition for OCA Contributors 

•Act as a brand ambassador for OCA, representing the organisation at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities 

•Identify and forge strong relationships with existing OCA contributors to understand their needs, challenges, and opportunities for engagement and development 

•Work closely with internal teams to create tailored engagement plans for existing OCA contributors, ensuring their continued commitment and support 

 

 

 

Who are you, and what do you bring? 

We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not meet all the requirements listed, we still encourage you to speak to us about this opportunity. 

 

•Proven experience in the fashion industry with understanding of Brand and Retailer operations 

•Strong track record in marketing, sales, or business development, particularly in the context of partnership engagement and development  

•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders 

•Proven ability to develop tailored pitches and presentations for potential partners and contributors 

•Experience in conducting market research to identify partnership opportunities and trends in the industry 

•Experience using CRM software to track and manage business development pipeline 

•Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal 

•Highly organized with strong time management skills, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment 

•Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience working with CRM software 

•Customer service-oriented mindset 

•Can work in a collaborative manner with a team, as well as independently. 

•Comfortable multitasking and taking on diverse responsibilities within the organisation. 

•Driven and delivery oriented – comfortable working with established deadlines. 

•Good IT skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel. 

•Location: Amsterdam 

 

 

Acre is supporting OCA in the hiring process for this position. If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please get in touch with Emily Goetsch at emily.goetsch@acre.com

 

When contacting us, please mention the job title of the ad you applied for and attach an English CV or a link to your LinkedIn profile page. 

Please note that only applications directly through our website/LinkedIn will be considered.  

Introducing Ocean Generation

 

Ocean Generation is on a mission to empower 50 million people to take Ocean action by 2030. In just 1 minute, this is who they are.

 

Established in 2009 by film producer Jo Ruxton, Ocean Generation has galvanised a growing wave of change by exposing the threat of plastic pollution to our health and the health of our Oceans. Their award-winning documentary 'A Plastic Ocean' was named by Sir David Attenborough as "one of the most important films of our time" and ignited mass public awareness about the impact of plastic on our Oceans. Today, as a UNESCO endorsed Ocean NGO, they address the full range of human actions threatening the Ocean with a particular focus on engaging young people.

 

 

Their vision 

Is a world where everyone understands, values and cares for the Ocean.

 

 

Their mission 

Is to improve Ocean Literacy across the planet, by translating complex Ocean science into engaging educational content, using film, popular culture, storytelling and the arts.  

 

 

Expertise Sought

At any time, Ocean Generation need their board to comprise of an appropriate mix of relevant professional skills represented by their various trustees. They are currently particularly seeking trustees who can bring their expertise, experience and networks to bear in the areas of Charity Fundraising, Ocean Management, Marine Science, and Education (primary to tertiary, formal and informal).

 

They are also interested to access those with experience of major Youth environmental programme management and to seek representation from a younger generation of leaders. This second group of subject matter experts could be accessed as advisors, patrons or ambassadors, as well as through board membership.

 

 

What OG is looking for in their trustees

• A passion for the natural world and our Ocean
• Ability to think strategically, across both short and long timeframes, considering the issues of the organisation within the wider context of a complex and ever-changing external world.
• Good communication skills and a commitment to act as an advocate for Ocean Generation.
• Willingness to support marketing/fundraising activities and attend events
• A willingness to challenge and be challenged, positively
• Balanced judgement and the ability to think impartially
• A blend of relevant professional skills and experience that complement other Trustees

 

The following experiences would be desirable but not necessarily essential, depending on the balance offered by other Trustees

• Experience of working in the charity sector.
• Understanding and/or knowledge of charity and company law and finances.
• Ability to understand and interrogate financial and non-financial data.
• Experience of working with young people (under 25 y.o.) in a professional capacity.

 

 

Conditions 

• Hiring Policy: Ocean Generation strives towards being intentionally inclusive and is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. They actively welcome and want to hear from applicants from all backgrounds.
• Salary: As with most trustee appointments, these positions are unremunerated
• Time Commitment: The board meets six times per year for approximately two hours. Pre-reading will be pre-circulated at least two working days before each board requiring no more than two hours of reading.
• Working environment: Ocean Generation's team operates virtually, working from home to maximise their investment in their charitable aims. The board similarly operates virtually through online meetings unless previously agreed by all Trustees, with the option of attending some meetings, in person, in London. 
• Location: In this round, they are looking to recruit Trustees based in the UK.

 

If this sounds of interest, please apply directly