May 2022
Chair of Advisory Council
Chair of Advisory Council Carbon Technology Research Foundation
Welcome to The Carbon Technology Research Foundation (CTRF) I am delighted you are interested in joining CTRF. The Climate Crisis is the defining challenge of our generation. The world is still far off the path to stabilising global warming at 1.5°C. Global carbon emissions continue to rise despite commitments made at multiple COP events. Most modelled pathways to meet the Paris Climate Agreement involve a significant role for carbon removals, which might reach 10 gigatons of carbon dioxide a year in the second half of the century. However, removal technologies are still in their infancy and further research, innovation and scale up is going to be needed to meet this challenge. Our mission at CTRF is to respond to this challenge and make a significant contribution to tackling the removal of greenhouse gases (GHG) from the atmosphere to limit global warming. We will do this by funding research that leads to technologies and
approaches that support this goal, with research conducted by universities and research institutions worldwide working in partnership with CTRF. A particular focus of research we support will be projects whose prime interest is in technologies based on, or in support of, natural processes that exist in nature today and have the potential to deliver large scale removal of CO2 from the atmosphere via terrestrial or ocean systems. As a new enterprise, we are ambitious about the long term impact we want to have. We are excited by the opportunity to collaborate, learn and innovate with others with the same passion and commitment to tackling the climate crises. We will be part of the movement of people and organisations working to keep the planet rich and diverse, in which future communities, societies, economies and biodiversity can thrive and be healthy.
One of our first steps is to build a small but dynamic Advisory Council to guide the strategic direction of CTRF as it goes forward. The first individual to appoint will be the Chairperson who will then design and create a group of passionate and engaged people to form an expert Advisory Council. If you are interested in being part of the Advisory Council, please speak to the team at Oxford HR.
Dave Hillyard CEO
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Chair of Advisory Council Carbon Technology Research Foundation
About The Carbon Technology Research Foundation (CTRF) The Carbon Technology Research Foundation (CTRF) is a community interest company, based in the Southeast of England but offering funding worldwide. Founded in 2020, CTRF forms the grant-making body of its member company, Fremr (www.Fremr. no), a private equity firm with a focus on sustainable investments based in both the UK and Norway, that has made a 10 million Euro founding commitment to CTRF. For more information visit here
Vision A world with a stable climate and rich and diverse natural environment, in which future communities, societies and economies can live and thrive, in balance with nature.
Mission The mission of the Carbon Technology Research Foundation (CTRF) is to make a significant contribution to tackling the removal of greenhouse gases (GHG) from the atmosphere to limit global warming. CTRF shall do this by funding research that leads to technologies and approaches that support this goal.
biologically or bio-chemically driven carbon sequestering processes to give order of magnitude gains in speed and scale. This includes processes that have received little or no attention so far.
The research will be conducted by universities and research institutions worldwide, working in partnership with CTRF. CTRF research will be projects whose prime interest is in technologies based on, or in support of, natural processes that exist in nature today and have the potential to deliver large scale removal of CO2 from the atmosphere via terrestrial or ocean systems. We have a particular interest in the potential to modify or enhance
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Chair of Advisory Council Carbon Technology Research Foundation
Organizational Chart
Dave Hillyard CEO
Advisory Council
Head of Research Grants
Head of Business Development
Executive Assistant (part time)
Marketing and Communications Manager
A number of these roles are being appointed to at present.
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Chair of Advisory Council Carbon Technology Research Foundation
The Role Compensation:
Job Summary £800 per day. Minimum 4 meeting days per year plus additional project/ working days as required/agreed. It is expected that the Chair will spend up to 17 days in the first year. The time commitment will be reviewed as required for future years. Travel and subsistence expenses will be reimbursed.
Accountable to: The Chief Executive Officer. Working closely with the Head of Research Grants. Will report to the CTRF board on occasion.
Location:
CTRF is a UK registered community interest company, based in Oxford. Advisory Council meetings will be held in Oxford. Meetings will be held in a blended format of in-person and virtual/ remote attendance, planned in advance.
Term:
3 years, renewable upon mutual agreement
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a non-executive advisory role for a new non-profit company seeking to fund innovative research into carbon reduction/removal. Utilising an allocated budget, you will form, shape and lead a small group of expert advisors responsible for defining the research priorities, criteria and agenda in line with the objects of CTRF. The Council will provide recommendations to the CTRF Executive in respect of research projects that should be funded by CTRF and its members, based on criteria as agreed by the Council and Executive. It is expected that the duties will evolve over time as CTRF becomes more established and the project portfolio develops. The Chair will lead the Advisory Council, who will be supported by the Head of Research Grants and the Executive Assistant to the CEO in the preparation for meetings, papers, logistics, minutes and record keeping.
Chair of Advisory Council Carbon Technology Research Foundation
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Provide Leadership to the Council, including proposing and reviewing applications/nominations for members of the Council to ensure it has the necessary expertise, credibility and rigor to deliver on its objectives Advise on research strategy and approve the project application process and selection criteria based on the objects of CTRF Review and recommend research projects for funding support, expected to be once per annum. Recommendations will be based on a rigorous evaluation process as defined and agreed upon by the Council
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Where appropriate, make introductions that might be useful for the furtherance of CTRF objects and future research and funding Provide input and support the Head of Research Grants on how to ensure wide outreach and effective communication to the climate research community Assess progress/evaluation reports on funded projects and make recommendations for any follow up action/review/ further support Chair Advisory Council meetings (up to four per annum), agreeing the agenda with the Head of Research Grants, reading preparatory documents sent in advance for
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review and undertaking any agreed follow up actions Subject to availability and where appropriate, undertake additional defined project work that may arise from time to time (which will be remunerated separately)
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Chair of Advisory Council Carbon Technology Research Foundation
Candidate Profile As an inclusive leader with a collegiate approach, you will confidently lead the Council, representing CTRF in your role as Chair. You will have experience communicating and collaborating with a wide stakeholder landscape, including the academic/ research community, the private sector, government bodies at a senior level.
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You will bring expertise and an up-to-date knowledge of developments across the UK and international ecosystem in the climate change research arena related to CTRF objectives.
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Significant experience of climate change research, with a particular focus on the utilization of natural systems to enhance carbon sequestration. CTRF is especially interested in the potential for the application of biotechnology to photosynthetic or other processes. Experience communicating and representing organizations at a senior level and able to engage diverse stakeholders from multiple sectors. Understanding of grant making institutions and experience of what needs to be considered to be an effective research funding organization
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Exposure to the workings of a non-exec/advisory board role in an academic, private or non-profit enterprise Experience across public, private and/or academic sectors and bringing together stakeholders to form new and innovative partnerships An established professional network relevant to the role
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Chair of Advisory Council Carbon Technology Research Foundation
How to Apply Please provide a CV and cover letter in two different documents, which should be prepared before applying as they will be considered in the application process.
A UK work permit is necessary this role.
Equality Statement
Timeline
The cover letter should be no more than two pages long and explain why you are interested in this post and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.
Closing Date: First stage interviews: Final interviews:
Equality and diversity are at the core of the CTRF values. Staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.
The document should be saved in PDF in the following format: Your First Name-Your Last Name-Document Name-Date (mmyy)CTRF-Chair. For example: DaveHillyard-CV-052022-CTRF-Chair or DaveHillyard-CoverLetter-052022-CTRF-Chair.
Selection process
20.06.22 w/c 27.06.22 19.07.22 / 20.07.22
All candidates will receive an update regarding their application after the closing date. We advise candidates to add the role email to their safe senders list and regularly check their spam folder.
Queries If you have any queries on any aspect of the appointment process, need additional information, or would like to have an informal discussion, please email in the first instance: ctrf-chair@oxfordhr. co.uk.
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Chair of Advisory Council Carbon Technology Research Foundation
About Oxford HR Oxford HR operates globally - mainly within the international development and charity sectors. We carry out retained executive search mandates at board and senior management levels. We also offer human resource and organisational development consultancy. Oxford HR has many years of experience in search as well as an extensive network of international development, social sector, corporate, public sector, and academic contacts from across the world. We carry out comprehensive and often international searches designed to meet the specific needs of our client.
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Chair of Advisory Council Carbon Technology Research Foundation
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