Full-time · On-site

Chief Executive Officer

This is a prestigious executive mandate to lead the premier organization transforming the U.S. recycling system during a period of historic legislative change. The role combines high-level policy advocacy with rigorous operational management and financial strategy. It offers the rare chance to direct a well-funded, data-centric nonprofit that sits at the intersection of corporate responsibility and public infrastructure.

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Hiring company

The Recycling Partnership

Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Posted 30 April 2026

The role

Overview

This is a prestigious executive mandate to lead the premier organization transforming the U.S. recycling system during a period of historic legislative change. The role combines high-level policy advocacy with rigorous operational management and financial strategy. It offers the rare chance to direct a well-funded, data-centric nonprofit that sits at the intersection of corporate responsibility and public infrastructure.

The hiring side

About The Recycling Partnership

The Recycling Partnership is a mid-sized employer working in environmental services / non-profit, based in Washington, District of Columbia, United States.

Industry

Environmental Services / Non-Profit

Size

Medium

Location

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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What they need

Requirements & Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the long-term strategic vision for the organization
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with global funders and corporate partners
  • Oversee the modernization of financial systems to secure unrestricted revenue
  • Advocate for effective recycling policies and infrastructure investments
  • Lead and mentor a diverse, high-performing professional team
  • Ensure measurable environmental impact through data-driven solutions

Essential

  • Proven track record of executive leadership in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment
  • Deep expertise in sustainability, circular economy, or environmental systems change
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in diversifying revenue and managing large budgets
  • Ability to navigate and influence public policy at state and national levels
  • Experience reporting to and collaborating with a Board of Directors
  • Commitment to fostering a culture of equity, fairness, and belonging

Preferred

  • Experience managing transitions related to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policy
  • Established network within global funding circles and environmental NGOs
  • History of leading organizations through significant scaling or inflection points

Key Skills

Strategic planning and executionPublic speaking and advocacyOperational excellenceStakeholder managementData-driven decision makingServant leadershipFinancial modernization

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Perks

Benefits & perks

  • Competitive executive salary
  • Opportunity to lead a national environmental movement
  • High-level engagement with global sustainability leaders
  • Influence over national infrastructure and policy
  • Collaborative and values-driven workplace culture

Next step

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