Harvard ESPP: Assistant Director for Undergraduate Studies

ESPP Assistant Director of Undergraduate Studies

The Environmental Science and Public Policy (ESPP) concentration seeks qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Director of Undergraduate Studies (ADUS) in the ESPP program, housed administratively at the Harvard University Center for the Environment (HUCE). The ADUS will report to the ESPP Head Tutor and an interdisciplinary faculty ESPP Board of Tutors.

 

Job-Specific Responsibilities

Provide academic advising and mentorship to admitted Harvard students, pre-concentrators, and concentrators, and monitor student progress toward degree. Match student thesis writers with faculty advisors; identify potential problems in the thesis-writing process; help keep students on track to complete the thesis. Manage the senior capstone and thesis courses; meet regularly with students to identify issues with progress and advising. Advise ESPP and Energy & Environment secondary field students and lead discussions for their colloquium requirement.

In coordination with the Office of Career Services and other relevant offices at Harvard College, support current students in their pursuit of undergraduate research opportunities, internships, and full-time post-graduate positions after graduation. Act as a conduit to faculty to help students engage in meaningful research experiences at Harvard. Engage with students in settings outside of the classroom related to ESPP content: informal discussions after talks, field trips, journal clubs, etc. Help identify speakers for events. Represent ESPP at information/student recruiting events.

Assist with curriculum and course development, course planning, and curriculum assessment. May teach or co-teach in ESPP depending on the needs of the concentration in a given academic year.

 

Basic Qualifications

A Ph.D. in an environmental field (science or social sciences) with significant involvement in the policy realm.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Documented ability to teach effectively and engage with undergraduate students; a strong commitment to education and mentoring; experience with advising and course/program development and commitment and enthusiasm for research and pedagogy in research methods; excellent communication skills.

 

Additional Information

To apply, candidates should submit their cover letter and resume/CV online through Harvard Careers at this link: https://bit.ly/3PERm80. Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to provide three letters of recommendation, including at least one that addresses teaching ability.

More information on the ESPP concentration can be found at:  https://espp.fas.harvard.edu

Great Bay 2030 Manager

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is seeking a Great Bay 2030 Manager to join our team working for a healthy and thriving New England for all.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and coordinate a coalition of conservation and environmental organizations working collaboratively to achieve the shared vision of Great Bay 2030: a healthy Great Bay estuary system distinguished by clean water, accessible lands for recreation and education, habitat for fish and wildlife, climate resilience, and engaged communities that are committed to supporting the estuary and its watershed for generations to come.

Great Bay 2030 is comprised of (1) a Steering Committee that includes Conservation Law Foundation, the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, The Nature Conservancy (New Hampshire Chapter), the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, and the Piscataqua Regional Estuaries Partnership, and (2) other organizations working to restore and protect the estuary. Working with and guided by the Steering Committee, the Great Bay 2030 Manager will be responsible for advancing work in furtherance of Great Bay 2030’s vision, including work organized into five working groups – Fostering a Culture of Stewardship, Restoring Critical Habitats, Enhancing Water Quality & Quantity, Adapting to Climate Change, and Protecting Priority Lands.

The Great Bay Manager will have use of CLF’s Portsmouth, NH office as well as the opportunity for remote and flexible work, provided she/he/they are able to be frequently present in the Great Bay estuary watershed. The position is a full-time, at-will, three-year position supported by grant funding.

What you’ll do:
·         Lead the development and facilitation of Steering Committee operating processes, including decision-making; project evaluation and prioritization; and funding recommendations;

·         Facilitate the establishment of, and support, three of the working groups (Fostering a Culture of Stewardship, Restoring Critical Habitats, and Enhancing Water Quality & Quantity) and, if necessary, lead or co-lead one of the working groups;

·         Engage with the existing Climate Change Adaptation and Protecting Priority Lands working groups to identify areas where Great Bay 2030 capacity and resources will enhance projects aligned with the Great Bay 2030 vision and goals;

·         Ensure effective communications among the Steering Committee and with working groups, including through the organization of, and by reporting out on, regularly scheduled meetings and working group updates;

·         Lead regular convenings of the Steering Committee and work with the Committee to identify, act on, communicate and track progress on shared priorities;

·         Compile and analyze project and funding ideas from partners for evaluation by the Steering Committee and consideration by NH Charitable Foundation and government funding sources;

·         Develop and lead monitoring and evaluation processes to promote accountability among Steering Committee members and working groups and to strengthen and improve the Partnership over time;

·         Develop and implement a process that advances equity, justice, diversity and inclusion principles in project development, selection, and implementation, including the engagement of historically marginalized groups;

·         Manage communications, including grant reporting, with the NH Charitable Foundation and potentially other funders;

What you’ll need
·         A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience including a mix of academic and professional experience such as project design, management and evaluation skills;

·         Demonstrated experience working with collaboratives or partnerships;

·         Proficiency in grant writing and familiarity with grant submission and management;

·         Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills;

·         Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities without direct supervision;

·         Personal and professional commitment to addressing issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion;

·         Commitment to working collaboratively with a diverse group of colleagues and partners;

·         Facilitation expertise preferred;

·         Background in natural resources or natural resources management preferred.

About CLF

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) protects New England’s environment for the benefit of all people. A non-profit, member-supported organization, CLF uses the law, science, and the market to solve the region’s most challenging environmental problems, from climate change to ocean conservation to transportation.

Every day, CLF advocates stand up for New Englanders—in statehouses, courthouses, boardrooms, regulatory hearings, and community gatherings—to forge innovative paths to environmental progress and economic prosperity for all in our region. To that end, CLF frequently works with communities of color, and those that are economically or otherwise disadvantaged, which often suffer disproportionately from the impacts of environmental degradation.

CLF is committed to representing New England’s diversity in our staff, volunteers, boards, and membership and creating a positive, inclusive workplace culture where all can thrive. People of color are encouraged to apply.

Compensation

CLF offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits plan, and an open, inclusive, and accepting work environment where differences are highly respected. The base salary for this position is $70,000; actual salary will reflect experience and qualifications.

We recognize the value of work-life balance and also strive to create opportunities for growth for all employees through professional development.

To Apply

To apply for this exciting position, please visit:

https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6181430.careers?ShowJob=436604700

CLF considers the health and safety of its staff members and their families, our guests, our visitors, and the community at large to be a top priority. All offers to work, intern, or volunteer with CLF are conditioned on the candidate complying with CLF’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy.

Executive Director of the MIT Climate Grand Challenges

Executive Director of the MIT Climate Grand Challenges

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, MA

 

The Executive Director of the MIT Climate Grand Challenges is a senior member of the Vice President for Research’s administrative leadership team and will support MIT’s mission by providing the expertise, leadership, and overall management of the Climate Grand Challenges, an Institute-wide initiative to deliver high-impact climate solutions for the world.

 

Launched in 2020, The Climate Grand Challenges (CGC) is mobilizing the MIT research community around some of the most difficult unsolved climate problems. Part of a suite of interlocking climate programs outlined in “Fast Forward: MIT’s Climate Action Plan for the Decade,” the CGC is designed to complement and enhance the work of existing MIT units in climate-related research. With this effort, MIT seeks to accelerate large, high-impact projects that offer ambitious, interdisciplinary solutions, including plans for rapid and large-scale implementation. To achieve the latter, CGC will develop new partnerships with companies, impact investors, social and technological entrepreneurs, governments, non-profits, and philanthropists.

 

In the winter of 2022, five Climate Grand Challenges flagship projects were selected after an MIT-wide process solicited more than 100 letters of interest from nearly 400 MIT faculty members and senior researchers throughout all five MIT schools and the college. These five projects, chosen from 27 teams of finalists who were invited to develop comprehensive white papers, will conduct their work with MIT support over the next five years, starting in July 2022.

 

The Executive Director plays a pivotal role in establishing this new initiative and ensuring the success of the five flagship projects, from initial project planning to translation and implementation for global impact.  The Executive Director must possess a high degree of initiative, resourcefulness, and judgment.  Success in the role requires demonstrated leadership and strategic thinking, the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and exceptional commitment to serving the faculty. The Executive Director must possess effective project management skills, the ability to navigate a large organization, and the ability to foster an environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork to meet strategic and operational objectives. 

 

MIT has retained Isaacson, Miller to assist in the search for Executive Director of the MIT Climate Grand Challenges. John Muckle is leading this search with Damla Williams. All inquiries, nominations/referrals, and resumes with cover letters should be sent electronically to the following via www.imsearch.com/8580

Isaacson, Miller

263 Summer Street, 7th Floor

Boston, MA 02210

 

MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be found here.

 

MIT considers equivalent combinations of experience and education for certain jobs. All candidates who believe they possess equivalent experience and education are encouraged to apply.

 

Privacy and Accessibility

 

To safeguard our health and well-being, MIT requires COVID-19 vaccination and booster for all MIT employees who work in the United States. New employees must be up to date with their vaccinations before their date of hire; if not eligible for the booster at date of hire, they must receive the booster within 2 weeks after becoming eligible. Individuals may request exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information may be found at: https://now.mit.edu.

Archaeology Field Technician 

Bat Conservation International

Archaeology Field Technician

Western United States

Status: Part-time, non-exempt

Reports to: Cultural Resources Specialist (Autumn Cool)

Key Relationships: Compliance Team, Habitat Protection & Restoration Program, Conservation Department

Salary: $20-25/hour, dependent on experience (plus overtime pay)

BCI and our Mission

Bat Conservation International (BCI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to ending bat extinctions worldwide, seeks a part-time Archaeology Field Technician to join BCI’s Conservation Department. The Archaeology Field Technician will work as part of the Compliance Team in the Habitat Protection & Restoration Program.

Primary Responsibilities and Expectations

This position is open to all highly motivated, detail-oriented individuals willing and able to conduct fieldwork safely and efficiently on public lands throughout the western United States. The successful candidate will help BCI’s Cultural Resources Specialist document and analyze archaeological sites, primarily Historic period abandoned mines. These cultural resource inventories are done in combination with subterranean bat surveys to gather information on both wildlife and cultural resources at abandoned mines. The inventories are used to guide treatment recommendations to protect important cultural and biological resources during safeguarding and closure of abandoned mines on public lands. In the future, BCI’s cultural resource inventories may also include surveys of areas selected for wildlife habitat restoration projects. Additionally, this position may assist with other project duties, including report writing, data and photo organization, conducting research, and other tasks. BCI offers on-the-job training, and opportunities for additional safety/medical certifications may be available. We seek individuals willing to brave challenging terrain and occasional inclement weather. If you have the spirit but not necessarily the experience, we still encourage you to apply.

Work Schedule

This is a part-time, intermittent position that will work on an as-needed basis. Summer 2022 may include up to two field sessions per month but work beyond this season is not guaranteed and may be sporadic. That said, BCI’s cultural resource program is growing, and we expect additional work to become available throughout 2022 and beyond. When work is available, advance notice of 1–3 months is generally provided. Fieldwork requires traveling to project sites and living and working in or near field locations. Projects are often in remote, mountainous terrain near small communities with limited services. Field sessions typically last five weekdays, including paid travel days, though some projects may last longer and may include working weekends. Travel and fieldwork days range from 8–12 working hours, sometimes more. Overnight lodging will usually be provided in hotel rooms or shared house rentals, with private bedrooms for each team member. Some projects may require overnight camping; BCI will provide basic camping equipment (tent, sleeping bag and pad, stove, etc.) as needed. Meals, equipment, and travel costs will be reimbursed to federal per diem standards. Office work, when available, is flexible and will occur remotely from a home office. The successful candidate may also be invited, but never required, to join BCI’s Subterranean or Restoration teams in the field in between cultural resources work.

Position Overview

  • Surveying and documenting Historic period abandoned mines (and potentially other Historic or Prehistoric period archaeological resources) using digital forms, photographs, and GPS devices.
  • Assisting with research, drawing site maps, organizing data and photos, and writing reports.
  • Assisting with planning and managing logistics for field projects, including making travel reservations, route planning and navigation, and maintaining gear.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications (70% or more of the desired qualifications, we encourage you to apply):

Required Knowledge/Experience

  • Reliable and self-motivated worker.
  • Demonstrates initiative and resourceful problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working outdoors and comfort moving through difficult terrain with limited resources.
  • Experience living and working in cooperative, small-team settings. This can include both paid work and volunteer/intern experience
  • Enthusiasm for scientific field surveys.
  • Familiarity with basic computer operating systems/software. Examples include word processing software like Microsoft Word, Outlook or other email apps, and data management software such as Microsoft Excel or ArcGIS. iPads are frequently used in field data collection.
  • Strong writing skills and attention to detail.
  • Some undergraduate-level education in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or a related field.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Knowledge/Experience:

  • Completion of archaeology field school OR previous field experience.
  • Experience identifying and recording archaeological resources.
  • Experience in digital mapping (e.g. using EOS GPS, Trimble, or ESRI Collector/Field Maps) and digital site documentation.
  • Experience writing technical reports and completing site forms.
  • Certifications in first aid, CPR, and/or wilderness medicine.

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (JEDI)

BCI is deeply committed to JEDI and embeds JEDI-centered practices in the conservation work and organizational culture. BCI is determined to be an employer of choice and believes that the best organizational performance will come from a safe, diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about our JEDI statement at www.batcon.org/about-us/justice-equity-diversity-and-inclusion/.

To Apply:

Interested individuals should submit their resume and in lieu of a cover letter a short personal story (1 page or less) on the following:

  • Based on our job posting, how do you see yourself adding value to this role and our organization?

Applications are due by May 6th. We anticipate interviews being conducted in mid-May with notification of selection before the end of May.

PI173682795

Director of Business Operations

Director of Business Operations

Job Announcement, April 2022

The Santa Lucia Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit land trust incorporated in 1995 to protect, study, and steward the unique natural resources of the Santa Lucia Preserve. Located in the Santa Lucia Mountains, the Preserve is a unique and forward-thinking conservation community that weaves human settlement into a large-scale conservation landscape. As a science-guided land trust, the Conservancy conducts novel and essential land management, habitat restoration, and biological research to support rare and at-risk species and ecological processes.

In addition to owning and managing 10,000 acres of fee owned lands, the Conservancy manages 8,000 acres of conservation easements in partnership with the Preserve community comprised of nearly 300 families, the Ranch and Golf Clubs, and the Community Services District. Contiguous both in geography and spirit, the Preserve is one 20,000-acre landscape with 18,000 acres permanently protected and cared for by the Conservancy and an engaged residential community.

Position Summary

The Director of Business Operations organizes and oversees the Conservancy’s daily operations, including finance, Human Resources, IT, facilities management, and administration. The Director of Business Operations is part of the senior management team, reports to the Executive Director, and supervises the Bookkeeper/Office Administration position. Ideal candidates have proven senior management experience with excellent organizational, communication, and leadership abilities. We are looking for a team-oriented, values-driven executive who has been successful managing the operations of an organization and who enjoys developing innovative solutions with honesty and integrity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT (40%)

·       As part of the senior management team, practice positive leadership while modeling organizational values

·       Oversee day-to-day finance, Human Resources, IT, facilities management, and administration

·       Measure and improve organizational performance using metrics set by the Executive Director and Board of Trustees

·       Review financial information and adjust operational budgets to stay within Board Approved budget

·       Plan workforce/resourcing requirements, including the development of job descriptions

·       Review financial and non-financial reports to devise solutions or improvements

·       Manage relationships/agreements with external partners/vendors

·       Ensure operational adherence to legal guidelines and in-house policies to maintain the company’s legal standing, business ethics, and quality management

·       Oversee IT services with outside vendor to ensure best practice and cybersecurity of organization’s data

·       Supervise the maintenance and alteration of office areas and equipment, as well as layout, arrangement and housekeeping of office facilities

·       Negotiate the purchase of office supplies and furniture, office equipment, etc., for the entire staff in accordance with company purchasing policies and budgetary restrictions

·       Participate as needed in special department projects

·       Supervise Bookkeeper/Admin Assistant position

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (25%)

·       Develop a balanced annual budget that supports the organization’s programs

·       Oversee the company’s fiscal activity, including budgeting, reporting and auditing

·       Identify and address financial risks and opportunities to the organization

·       Proactively seeks to reduce expenses and increase revenues

·       Oversee A/P and payroll

·       Develop and implement processes, procedures and systems to ensure business operations deliver the financial goals of the organization and adhere to company policy

·       Maintain a deep knowledge of nonprofit financial policies Land Trust Alliance Standards and Practices

·       File annual returns including Sales & Use tax, Statement of Officers, Welfare Exemption (Property taxes), Registry of Charitable Trusts (For RRF-1) and ensure the timely filing of annual Form 990;

HUMAN RESOURCES (20%)

·       Maintain and enhance staff satisfaction and contentedness

·       Administer various human resource plans and procedures for all company personnel

·       Assist in the updating of employee handbook and personnel policies and procedures, in conjunction with Executive Director and HR consultants

·       Perform benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment and communicating benefit information to employees

·       Conduct recruitment efforts; conducts new-employee orientations; monitor career-pathing programs

·       Proactively encourage the professional development of staff

·       Handle employee relations counseling, outplacement counseling and exit interviewing

·       Recommend new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the department and services performed

·       Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment

BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUPPORT (15%)

·       In partnership with Executive Director, develop and implement Board stewardship plan

·       Assist the Executive Director in Board support for all Board meetings and any committee meetings, as requested

·       Oversee logistics for all Board meetings and events including venues, meals and travel/accommodations required for out-of-town Trustees

·       Record Board and committee meetings and provide minutes for office records

Skills and Qualifications

High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills
Undergraduate degree required, preferably in business administration or relevant field; Master’s degree preferred.  Can be waived where individual has >5 years’ experience in progressively more senior roles in organizational administration or operations.
>5 years’ experience in organizational leadership, or in a related field and experience managing staff and systems, and collaborating with senior level executives
Leadership skills, including the ability to relate to and effectively support others and manage time effectively
Significant experience in developing operational strategies, processes and procedures in complex organizations
Understanding of corporate finance and performance management principles
In-depth knowledge of non-profit governance and general management best practices
Working IT skills, particularly in the Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Thoughtful and analytical approach to decision making
Non-profit management experience
Effective relationship building skills
Adaptable, flexible, with the ability to lead and drive for results
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Working Conditions/Physical Effort

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The job is mostly seated in an office environment, using a computer for the majority of the time. Core business hours are M-F 8:30am-5pm with opportunity for hybrid remote/office workplace and flexible work week, as long as the organization’s needs are met.

This is a full-time, exempt position.  Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and requisite knowledge, skills and abilities.

Competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, 401(k) with 6% employer match, 12 paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.

How to apply

Please submit your application in one PDF by Friday, April 29, 2022, with “Director of Business Operations” in the subject line to Jamison Watts, at jw****@***********cy.org. Applications should include:

·       Cover letter describing your skills and any non-profit experience.

·       Resume and salary requirements.

·       Up to three personal and/or professional references.

No phone calls, no walk-ins, and no recruiters please.

The Conservancy is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or genetic information in employment. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.

 

Development Director

About the Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment
For nearly 30 years, the Rose Foundation has supported grassroots initiatives that inspire community action to protect the environment, community health, and people’s rights. Our community-based grantmaking approach has earned national recognition for building grassroots power for conservation and social justice. Our New Voices Are Rising youth program trains Bay Area high school students to step forward as the next generation of environmental justice leaders. We have a staff of 17. Our physical office is located in Oakland’s Jack London Square, proximate to bike lanes and public transit.  Post-pandemic we envision a hybrid office environment that emphasizes flexibility and accommodates remote workstyles.

Position Summary
The Development Director leads the Rose Foundation’s fundraising and communications initiatives. Their goal is to compellingly tell the Rose Foundation’s innovative story as a grantmaking public foundation dedicated to protecting the environment, community health, and people’s rights, and to maintain and grow a diverse funding stream from traditional philanthropy, government agencies, and legal settlements. They are a member of the staff Executive Team, and supervise two regular employees, plus interns. FT position, flexible hours, permanent semi-remote status possible, starting salary $90,000 – $115,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities Include:
Develop and Steward Fundraising and Communications Strategy
Lead the planning and implementation of diverse fundraising initiatives that reflect the organization’s values and aspirations, and help all staff maximize their contributions to donor cultivation, powerful communications, and robust tracking of fundraising progress and communications reach.

Lead Individual Fundraising
Lead the entire team in producing our individual giving and corporate sponsorship appeals, including our flagship annual event – a Film Fest celebrating the power of grassroots activism, as well as our Grassroots Challenge, New Voices Crowdfund, and End-of-Year individual giving campaigns.

Direct Communications
Ensure the quality and consistency of the organization’s “voice” across our various communications platforms, including our website, newsletters, and social media. Supervise the Communications Assistant in producing communications and campaign materials for donor audiences, Grants Department, and New Voices youth program.

Direct Institutional Fundraising
Manage the Grantwriter in maintaining a robust foundation funding pipeline, and coordinate with the Executive Director in outreach and reporting related to our innovative program that utilizes legal settlements to fuel community-oriented grantmaking.

Participate in Executive Leadership
Participate with other department heads to form the senior level of staff management and advise the Executive Director on organization-wide initiatives and decisions, and embrace our shared responsibility to help promote overall organizational well-being.

Qualifications
Five years of nonprofit development experience.
Commitment to building grassroots community power for conservation and justice.
Collaborative relationship builder with the ability to lead diverse teams.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to understand and appeal to multiple and varied audiences.
Impeccable attention to detail, and ability to manage a variety of projects concurrently.

Salary, Hours, and Benefits
Full-time, exempt, at-will position, with flexible hours and the option to work semi-remotely on a permanent basis. Starting annual salary in the range of $90,000 – $115,000. Excellent benefits package includes fully paid platinum-level medical/dental/vision insurance for employee and dependents, plus life and long-term disability; generous sick leave, vacation and paid holidays; 401k with employer contribution and match, plus FSA, sabbatical and professional development opportunities.

Executive Director

Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries (MCCF), based in Stonington, Maine, seeks a dynamic, forward-thinking non-profit leader with a passion for Eastern Maine’s rural fishing dependent communities to be its next Executive Director. The successful candidate will have experience guiding a nimble organization to make a positive impact in a rapidly shifting environmental and regulatory landscape.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will empower a team of nine employees to develop and implement innovative and responsive programs to enhance coastal community resilience through the support of small scale independently owned and operated local wild caught and cultured fisheries. They will work to integrate local knowledge and perspectives into state and regional decision-making infrastructure. The Executive Director will build on good nonprofit management fundamentals to maintain an efficient and financially sound organization.

Qualified candidates will:

Be passionate about fisheries and committed to finding creative solutions to the challenges facing the industry and its communities.
Have a strong understanding of the industry, its history, culture, and socioeconomic impact in communities. First-hand experience working in the industry is a plus.
Bring 10+ years demonstrated success leading and managing an organization to meet its goals (preferably a non-profit).
Have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to successfully engage with a variety of constituencies and stakeholders.
Live and work in the local area (Stonington, ME) to effectively foster community relationships.

For a full job posting and qualifications summary please go to:

https://jobs.lever.co/kmaconsultingllc/7b30efaa-a957-43a2-bc31-6f9bde5c9619?lever-origin=applied&lever-source%5B%5D=Environmental_jobs

US-BASED FUNDRAISING AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Position title: Fundraising and Development Manager
Location: USA (with some travel to Africa)
Reports to: Conserve Executive Director
Starting date: 1st April 2022 (negotiable)

Conserve

Established in 2020, Conserve is a UK-domiciled not-for-profit with charity number 1195017. Conserve is actively pursuing a two-pronged Africa strategy that focuses on protecting key conservation landscapes ‘beyond national parks’. The first addresses the escalating threats facing neglected and/or abandoned concessions that buffer and connect primary protected areas within large wilderness landscapes. The second seizes the opportunity to grow Africa’s conservation estate through partnering, supporting, and expanding community conservancies in Sub-Saharan Africa by working for and on behalf of local communities.

Job overview

Conserve is looking to appointment two US-based Fundraising and Development Managers – one based on the East Coast, and one based in the Pacific or Mountain time zones. These senior positions are envisaged as part-time roles to begin with, transitioning into full-time appointments as the organisation and workload grow; however, Conserve is willing to consider full-time appointments for strong candidates with proven track records and successful fundraising experience.

The timely development of a reliable pipeline of philanthropic and donor funding is key to providing the necessary catalytic seed capital to enable Conserve to secure and operationalise projects across its strategic focal landscapes and, ultimately, to achieve its mission to secure and sustainably manage vulnerable natural landscapes across Africa for the benefit of local people and wildlife.

The role calls on a wide range of skills and requires the incumbent to be a self-starter and go getter who has energy, excellent networking ability, outstanding time management skills, and who does not require close supervision. Conserve is an empowering organisation that does not believe in micro-management and, as such, employees are resourced and supported to go out and achieve pre-defined targets and outcomes.

Prospective candidates should be able and willing to draw on their existing networks and relationships within the donor community and philanthropic space, as well as having the desire to explore new opportunities to develop further connections, relationships and lucrative partnerships that ultimately result in funding flows to Conserve. The role will require comfort and familiarity – as well as regular engagement – with high-net-worth individuals, family foundations, donor institutions, and Conserve’s partner organisations.

The Fundraising and Development Managers will work to secure both core and project-related funding and will work closely with the Director of Innovative Financing and the Conserve executive team to transition a traditional NPO fundraising strategy into a robust and blended finance model. Successful candidates will be expected to provide insight and input into Conserve’s evolving fundraising strategy. The role will include oversight of Conserve’s donor database (via Bloomerang) and the development of other fundraising systems, tools, campaigns, and events.

Beyond traditional fundraising and donor management, if the candidate has skills and experience in the corporate fundraising space, particularly how to engage with corporations needing to meet ESG targets, and/or understands the impact investment world, then these qualities would be considered a distinct advantage.

The Fundraising and Development Manager role requires candidates to be adept at:

  1. Working to achieve pre-agreed targets and the outcomes of Conserve’s fundraising strategy
  2. Proactively researching prospective new donors and fundraising opportunities
  3. Establishing and carefully managing lasting relationships with donors, philanthropists, investors, partners, executives and the foundations, institutions, and companies that they represent
  4. Organising and executing fundraising events and campaigns
  5. Co-creating new and innovative fundraising approaches and initiatives to raise money
  6. Co-developing Conserve’s online fundraising plan and platform to strengthen fundraising efforts
  7. Setting up and meticulously maintaining appropriate donor databases with relevant information
  8. Ensuring that all fundraising legal reporting requirements are always adhered to
  9. Providing strategic input into the annual update of Conserve’s fundraising strategy
  10. Fundraising budget oversight and strong financial management skills to help ensure adherence to grant budget requirements in coordination with Conserve finance and project personnel
  11. Effective communication and coordination with Conserve communications team to generate awareness of the Conserve brand and to effectively support fundraising campaigns and events

Key Relationships and Reporting Lines

  1. Essential members of the Conserve fundraising and communications team
  2. Reporting to the Executive Director and, in time, the Director of Fundraising
  3. Key point of contact for Conserve’s 501(c)3 fiscal sponsor – Chapel & York Foundation
  4. Managing strategic relationships and important partnerships connected to fundraising
  5. Key point of contact for current and prospective future Conserve donors
  6. Close and collaborative working relationship with the Conserve Communications team

Capabilities, Competencies and Experience

  1. Minimum of three years of fundraising experience; sales and marketing experience considered beneficial
  2. Tenacious self-starter and go-getter who shows initiative, innovation, and the ability to think creatively
  3. Honest and trustworthy with unquestionable integrity
  4. Reliable with excellent time management skills and focus on attention to detail
  5. Enthusiastic and vivacious personality; someone who thrives on face-to-face engagements
  6. Strong people skills and naturally adept at building robust inter-personal relationships
  7. Has spent considerable time in Africa and is passionate and knowledgeable about conservation
  8. Strong belief in the Conserve model, as well as the connection between effective conservation, sustainable development, and the long-term socio-economic wellbeing of rural communities
  9. Believes in the importance of gender equity and racial equality
  10. Understands the legislation and legal requirements pertaining to fundraising and giving in the USA
  11. Strong communicator with excellent written and verbal English language skills
  12. Demonstrable IT skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Zoom, GoogleDocs, etc.
  13. A relevant post-graduate qualification related to the fundraising role would be a distinct advantage
  14. Donor proposal development, grant writing and reporting experience are a distinct advantage
  15. Experience with fundraising databases and donor management systems (e.g. Bloomerang) and online donation payment systems (e.g. Stripe) would be a distinct advantage
  16. Corporate fundraising knowledge and experience would be an advantage
  17. Knowledge and experience with developing and seeding endowment funds would be an advantage

Application Process and Timeline

  1. Accepting applications for the Fundraising and Development Manager positions until 28th February 2022
  2. Please send single page cover letter and short (max two pages) CV to: in**@************al.org
  3. Short-listed candidates to be interviewed in early March 2022
  4. A market-related remuneration package, based on experience and performance, to be discussed with successful applicants during the interview phase
  5. Preferred start date for successful candidate(s) is 1st April 2022 (negotiable)

Regional Outreach Coordinator

The Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM), the state’s leading environmental advocacy organization, is seeking a Regional Outreach Coordinator in the greater Farmington region. This newly created position is an exciting opportunity to join NRCM’s outreach team and be a part of a new initiative to build lasting relationships and community connections that support NRCM’s mission to protect and conserve Maine’s environment.

 

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Building lasting relationships in the greater Farmington area, with an emphasis on values-based organizing and leadership development.
  • Deepening NRCM’s engagement in the region by supporting local partner organizations and the communities they represent.
  • Working within the region’s political landscape to build long-term support of NRCM’s mission to help conserve Maine’s woods, waters, and wildlife, promote clean energy and actions to address climate change, and make our communities more sustainable.
  • Helping develop and manage an initiative to build relationships with hunters, anglers, guides, and other traditional outdoor recreation organizations and businesses.

 

The Regional Outreach Coordinator works closely with other members of NRCM’s outreach team and coordinates with staff across the organization to implement an organization-wide strategy for increasing NRCM’s engagement in the greater Farmington region. This is a full-time, mostly remote position based in or near Farmington, Maine.

 

Application Process:  Learn more & apply by Friday, December 31. Applicants who need an alternative way to submit materials may email them as attachments to jo**@**cm.org or mail them to NRCM, Attention HR, 3 Wade Street, Augusta, ME 04330.

 

Assistant Professor in Ecology

Drew University seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Ecology in the Biology Department to teach in the area of ecology, with preferences given to expertise in either plant or aquatic ecology and who can contribute to the Environmental Science major, beginning August 2022, pending budgetary approval.
Key Responsibilities:
Teach both core introductory and elective courses (3-3 load) at the undergraduate level.  Introductory courses cover ecology, evolution and organismal biology. Elective courses will be in the candidate’s area of expertise.
Develop an active research program involving undergraduate students.
Engage in the discipline as an active scholar.
Advise majors.
Participate in department and college service.
Required Education and Experience: The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in ecology or biology or a closely related discipline by August 1, 2022.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Previous experience teaching Ecology courses to undergraduate students and interest in contributing to the Environmental Science major is preferred.
Application:  To apply, submit the following materials to:
Cover letter
Current curriculum vita
A brief statement of teaching philosophy
A brief statement of research interests
Evidence of teaching excellence, such as course evaluations, if available
Contact information for three letters of reference
Please apply by January 10, 2022.
About Drew University:
Drew University, located on a beautiful, wooded,186-acre campus in Madison, New Jersey, includes the College of Liberal Arts, the Theological School and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies. It has a total enrollment of more than 2,100 students with 145 full-time faculty members. Over 35% of our undergraduate students are from underrepresented groups, and we were recently ranked 19th among baccalaureate institutions for the number of international students enrolled. The Theological and Caspersen Schools offer master’s and doctoral degrees, and the College confers bachelor’s degrees in 32 disciplines.
Drew is dedicated to exceptional faculty mentorship and hands-on learning that successfully prepares students for their futures. Students regularly connect with local communities, and because of our proximity to New York City, we are home to multiple New York Semester experiences for our undergraduate students: Wall Street, United Nations, Contemporary Art, Communications and Media, Social Entrepreneurship, and New York Theatre. The University also houses the Charles A. Dana Research Institute for Scientists Emeriti, the Center for Global Education, the Center for Civic Engagement, the Center on Religion, Culture & Conflict, and the United Methodist Archives and History Center. Drew also recently received a multi-year grant to transform teaching and learning in the humanities by incorporating emerging digital technologies, methods, and pedagogies.
To enrich education through diversity, Drew University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with Department of Homeland Security regulations, a successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. These positions are subject to a background check.