David Kuhn
Washington,DC
Summary
Innovative strategic thinker, driven to help communities and nature thrive
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead - Corporate Resilience Partnerships
World Wildlife Fund -WWF
07.2020 - Current
- Provided strategic direction on resilience and adaptation with private sector partners, and directed organizational engagement and implementation
- Led on-the-ground programs in priority landscapes, including team of practitioners that execute Resilience and Adaptation team strategy.
- Created tools and guidance that allow companies to prioritize nature-based solutions for adaptation.
- Led development and implementation of private sector resilience pipeline and NbS interventions.
- Identified new landscape candidates for interventions, in collaboration with senior leadership and WWF country offices.
- Oversaw resource mobilization from the private sector for major initiatives.
- Oversaw incorporation of climate resilience concepts and design in large proposal and project development across the organization, including leading development of GCF, GEF, USAID, and corporate foundation concepts.
- Provided oversight and management of consultants.
- Guided adaptive management to ensure project success.
- Managed team of experts on private sector engagement for climate adaptation and resilience.
- Led WWF-US engagement in advancement of primary conservation priorities in bilateral partnerships with multinational companies and in multisector platforms
- Developed and led partnerships with other NGOs, universities, research institutes, corporate entities, and others.
- Provided guidance on federal policy on adaptation.
- Represented WWF-US within WWF global network and at national and international meetings, workshops, and other relevant fora on resilience, adaptation and private sector engagement
Senior Program Officer
World Wildlife Fund -WWF
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Supported new and ongoing climate change resilience private sector partnerships, projects and grants.
- • Managed project development for ongoing resilience and adaptation initiatives in priority landscapes.
- Facilitated development of short- and long-term workplans, reports and communications materials for adaptation team projects.
- Developed material for workshops, pitch decks, blogs, and other private sector engagement tools for advancement of WWF-US Climate team’s corporate resilience strategy.
- Supported methodology reviews and relationships with platforms like BSR, Bioplastic Feedstock Alliance, and Bonsucro.
- Conducted literature reviews and monitored new technical information, tools, and global trends related to climate change adaptation and resilience.
- Contributed to developing and implementing WWF-US’s corporate climate engagement strategy.
- Assisted field offices in integrating climate risks into conservation and sustainable developments strategies for WWF priority places.
Partnership Manager
World Wildlife Fund -WWF
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Managed partnerships with numerous fortune 500 companies, including Yum! Brands and McCormick.
- Achieved successful outcomes for multiple projects through effective project management and collaboration with stakeholders.
- Increased stakeholder engagement by developing targeted communication materials and conducting regular meetings.
- Improved overall program effectiveness through comprehensive data analysis and evaluation of key performance indicators.
- Built strong relationships with external partners to secure resources and support necessary for program success.
- Facilitated cross-functional team collaborations, fostering environment of continuous improvement and innovation.
- Created comprehensive presentations to share program updates with stakeholders, fostering transparency and promoting open dialogue about project status.
- Strengthened partnerships by identifying and addressing client needs, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Program Officer
World Wildlife Fund -WWF
02.2015 - 07.2017
- Conducted research on environmental and social risks across company value chains, communicating significant threats to company’s future supply, brand reputation and bottom line.
- Maintained detailed documentation on all aspects of programs, creating accessible knowledge base for future reference.
- Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
Education
Master of Science - Natural Resources Management
University of Vermont
Burlington, VTBachelor of Science - Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PASkills
- Thought Leadership
- Fundraising
- Stakeholder Management
- Project Management
- Innovation
- Strategic Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Flexible and Adaptable
Timeline
Lead - Corporate Resilience Partnerships
World Wildlife Fund -WWF
07.2020 - Current
Senior Program Officer
World Wildlife Fund -WWF
02.2019 - 07.2020
Partnership Manager
World Wildlife Fund -WWF
07.2017 - 02.2019
Program Officer
World Wildlife Fund -WWF
02.2015 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Natural Resources Management
University of Vermont
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
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