BOEMRE Openings
Resort Marine Biologist and MPA Community Liaison, Naiade - Diva Resort
Conservation Project Manager, Environmental Defense Fund
Part-Time Education Assistant
Principal Environmental Consultant
Project Manager, Zoological Society of London
Outreach and Education Specialist, US Fish & Wildlife
Communications Specialist, NOAA
Senior Officer International Ocean Conservation, Pew Environment Group
Senior Marine Biologist, J.M. Waller & Associates
Communication, Knowledge & Outreach Officer, IUCN
Program Associate, EDF
Program Assistant, SeaWeb
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BOEMRE Openings
The vacancy announcements for the five new SES positions in BOEM and BSEE opened Thursday, May 5, 2011. The announcements will close on Monday, June 6, 2011. The links to the specific announcements are below.
BOEM
Chief Environmental Officer - Location: Washington, DC
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=99149286&JobTitle=Chief+Environmental+Officer&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&jbf565=1&facet=E&q=&where=&x=102&y=10&pg=5&re=3&AVSDM=2011-05-05+11%3a29%3a00
Strategic Resources Chief - Location: Washington, DC
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=99149149&JobTitle=Strategic+Resources+Chief&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&jbf565=1&facet=E&q=&where=&x=64&y=13&pg=5&re=3&AVSDM=2011-05-05+11%3a25%3a00
Gulf of Mexico Regional Director - Location: Jefferson, LA
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=99149399&JobTitle=Gulf+of+Mexico+Regional+Director&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&jbf565=1&facet=E&q=&where=&x=102&y=10&pg=5&re=3&AVSDM=2011-05-05+11%3a32%3a00
BSEE
Deputy Director - Location: Washington, DC
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=99149464&JobTitle=Deputy+Director&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&jbf565=1&facet=E&q=&where=&x=102&y=10&pg=5&re=3&AVSDM=2011-05-05+11%3a34%3a00
Regulatory Programs Chief - Location: Washington, DC
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=99149646&JobTitle=Regulatory+Programs+Chief&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&jbf565=1&facet=E&q=&where=&x=102&y=10&pg=5&re=3&AVSDM=2011-05-05+11%3a36%3a00
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Resort Marine Biologist and MPA Community Liaison, Naiade - Diva Resort
Maldives
Contract Type: Ongoing
Interviews Begin: Week commencing 21st May 2011
Contract Start: 18th June 2011
Contact: Jim Hancock
Please note closing date for applications will be Saturday 21st May
Details
Diva Resort Maldives, based on Dhidhoofinolhu Island in South Ari Atoll, has recently created a new Marine Biology department and is looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and guest orientated person to take over the running of this new department. The position will also include an exciting community liaison aspect as part of the
development of the newly declared South Ari atoll Marine Protected Area (MPA).
The Resort Marine Biologist is responsible for educating the guests about the marine life of the Maldives and leading excursions in a fun, safe and informative way. They will also be responsible for ensuring that all Diva’s marine activities adhere to the best environmental practices at all times.
Main Work Duties
1) Guest Education
a) Presentations and videos on marine life, answering guest questions.
Topics may include;
• Whale Sharks
• Corals and Coral Reefs
• Reef Fish in the Maldives
• Dolphins & Whales
• Biodiversity of the Maldives
You will be present at scheduled times of the week to talk to the guests and before some of the activities. This may involve giving pre - prepared Power Point presentations.
b) Involved in regular Whale Shark discovery excursions.
c) Potential for joining guest dives. Working with the dive centre and guide to assist them in their duties and provide information and answer guest questions.
d) Involved in snorkeling excursions. Showing guests marine life in the water, identifying marine life for them, answering guest questions and helping to ensure their safety on the excursion.
e) Lead a weekly activity for Kids Club. Teach the younger guests about marine life with one of a selection of hands on activities.
f) Assist or lead on other activities as needed. Be present around the island to talk to guests, sell your activities and be the ‘face’ of Marine Biology on Diva.
2) The Marine Protected Area Community Liaison Role
a) Assist the community committee of the South Ari MPA
b) Provide a point of contact for the government’s MPA management body, the Environment Protection Agency (EPA)
c) Through consultations with local stakeholders assist the EPA with the development of a site management plan for the South Ari atoll MPA
d) Work directly with other South Ari-based research and conservation groups
e) Conduct MPA related outreach work within the neighbouring local and resort islands
3) Educate and Promote Good Environmental Practices
a) Maintain the Good Practice Procedures set up at Diva
b) Promote good environmental practices by the guests
c) Be on hand to answer guest or media questions relating to how Diva’s marine activities have been developed with environmental awareness in mind
The marine biologist will also be expected to participate in and promote any further environmental or conservation initiatives which Diva Resort Maldives creates and which are not mentioned above.
Experience
Essential
• Marine Biology qualification / experience
• Excellent snorkeling and diving skills
• Knowledgeable of marine life in the Maldives / Indian Ocean
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Self-motivated and outgoing, good with people
Beneficial
• Experience of Maldivian language and culture
• Registered & professionally insured PADI Dive Master
• Previous experience working on a resort
• Able to speak passable German, Italian, French, Russian or Japanese
Salary & Conditions
Accomodation: Provided. Shared
Meal Plan: Full board with staff facilities
Monthly Salary: $USD Excellent, On Application
Service Charge: Entitled
Contract Start: 18th June 2011
Transportation: Use of staff ferry to Male and / or local islands. Other on discussion.
How to Apply
Please email a CV and covering letter to mbdiva@naiade.com, for the attention of Mr. Jim Hancock by Saturday 21st May.
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Conservation Project Manager, Environmental Defense Fund
Austin, TX
About the Organization
With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships, and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents, and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life.
Conservation Project Manager
EDF’s Gulf of Mexico and Southeast Oceans Program seeks a Conservation Project Manager to further develop and help lead two exciting new initiatives. The first will aim to establish a collaborative fishery governance system among the three Gulf countries (the U.S., Mexico, and Cuba). The second will be focused on developing innovative management tools that reduce bycatch of sea turtles and other wildlife in Gulf fisheries. The successful candidate will work under the direction of the region’s Director of Strategic Conservation Initiatives, and in close coordination with EDF’s Latin America and Caribbean program. This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who has managed regional conservation initiatives, built coalitions, or has specific expertise in market-based natural resource management and/or conserving endangered species and/or charismatic animals.
A full position description is attached.
The position will remain open until filled. To be considered for this position, interested candidates must follow the link below to submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.
http://www.ceaconsulting.com/what/position_details.aspx?client=CEA&jobId=146
Environmental Defense Fund is an equal opportunity employer. EDF’s Diversity Mission Statement can be viewed at http://www.edf.org/page.cfm?tagID=48276.
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Part-Time Education Assistant
Texas
**** Please note location of position is Texas in the Galveston / Houston area only *****
I am looking to bring on a part time education assistant to aid me in the planning and delivery of an upcoming National Geographic workshop for the ocean recreation community. Please e-mail your cover letter and CV to sawilson@ngs.org
National Geographic Education Programs has been working to engage and educate the ocean recreation community with our pilot programs last year in Miami. Florida and Monterey Bay, California. The program provides a half day workshop for 100- 120 ocean recreation providers by convening local marine science experts, communication professionals, Nat Geo explorers, and more to give presentations as well as resources such as books, DVD's, etc..This year one of the locations is the Galveston / Houston Texas area. The marine recreation community is being defined as those working with the public, such as boat captains, crew, scuba instructors and scuba shop owners, dive boat operators, lifeguards, kayak instructors, etc...
Position Description:
This position will be working as a Contractor (Manpower) from their own home on a hourly, part time basis. Hourly rate of compensation is $20.00 an hour and work will range from 5 to max 15 hours a week. Position is needed ASAP due to upcoming planning meeting in Galveston, Texas on June 3rd. The actual workshop is in the fall (late September or early October). This position will begin immediately and will end 2 weeks after the workshop in the fall.
Duties:
- recruit participants to attend workshops through in person visits, phone calls, and e-mail
- maintain RSVP list
- recruit and communicate with local scientists and other experts to be speakers at event
- create workshop agenda with National Geographic staff
- event logistics along with National Geographic staff
- post workshop debrief and report
Qualifications:
- knowledge of marine recreation, education, and marine science community in Houston / Galveston Texas area
- organized and detail orientated to maintain various lists (RSVP's, speakers, etc..)
- computer skills in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Google docs
- own transportation to deliver workshop invitations and recruit participants.
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Principal Environmental Consultant
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is a lading global provider of environmental, health and safety, risk and social consulting services. We deliver innovative solutions for business and government clients, helping them understand and manage their impacts on the world around them. We have 137 offices in 39 countries and employ approximately 3,500 staff. ERM's total revenue during the fiscal year FY09 was close to USD 0.7 billion.
The Malaysia BU currently has an opportunity for a Principal Environmental Consultant with a marine science background to join our multi-diciplinary team in Kuala Lumpur. You must have a passion for marine environmental science and have a strong interest in driving innovation in our approach to data gathering, management and presentation for use in ESHIA projects and for other purposes. You will have the ooportunity to be involved in a wide range of projects in the marine environment including baseline and monitoring studies, sensitivity studies, mainly for the oil & gas industry but also increasingly for marine infrastructure development. There is also opportunity to diversify.
For this position we would like to hear from candidates with the following experience:
A strong background in marine science, preferably with field work and laboratory experience;
A specialism in ecology is desirable;
A good knowledge of biological statistical analysis would be an advantage;
At least 7 - 10 years of experience in environmental consultancy is essential;
Strong ESHIA project experience in the oil and gas sector, marine sector is preferrable;
GIS skills particularly in data management, spatial analysis and mapping and familarity with ArcGIS would be an advantage;
Experience in oil spill modelling, air emissions modelling, produced water modelling etc would be an advantage;
Demonstrable project management awareness/skill is essential;
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team is essential;
Excellent report writing skills. Fluency in both written and spoken English is a fundamental requirement.
If you meet the above requirements, please send in a detailed resume to shalini.thangavelu@erm.com.
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Project Manager, Zoological Society of London
The Zoological Society of London’s (ZSL) Marine & Freshwater Conservation Programme seeks to bring direct and sustained conservation benefits to marine, coastal and freshwater wildlife and their habitats. ZSL is looking to recruit a dynamic individual to act as Project Manager of the Tidal Thames Conservation Project. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, managing and promoting a coherent set of conservation projects that will contribute to the conservation of the Thames Estuary, its wildlife and their habitats. These include the projects ‘Out of Sight, Out of Mind’ – the conservation of the European Eel and ‘Save our Seals’ – conservation of the Thames harbour seal populations, as well on-going fish and invasive species monitoring programmes. There will be a policy component of the work as well as the day-to-day management of a conservation programme.
As a skilled field ecologist with knowledge of UK marine and estuarine ecosystems, you will have significant field experience. These skills are needed to design and undertake surveys, process and interpret the results and provide recommendations for, and the practical implementation of conservation management mechanisms. You will be able to build the programme strategically in the context of UK and global nature conservation policy. The successful candidate will be confident in producing scientific reports, writing fundraising proposals, promoting the work of ZSL as well as developing and maintaining good external and internal relations. A full driving license is essential.
This post is initially for 12 months. It is full time and will be located in London. A job description is available by email from hr@zsl.org or from the jobs page of our website (see below).
Please send CV’s and a covering letter by email to hr@zsl.org by 30th May 2011. Interviews will be held in London on Wednesday 15th June 2011.
Read about our work on www.zsl.org
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Outreach and Education Specialist, US Fish & Wildlife
Arlington, VA
Duties will include some of the following:
Working with technical staff to develop, coordinate, and disseminate informational materials including: brochures, circulars, fact sheets, press releases, reports, multi-media presentations, educational materials, and other outreach products for a variety of audiences.
Researching and developing specific outreach activities utilizing various media venues that stimulate broader public interest and awareness of the Division's activities.
Identifing non-traditional stakeholders and encouraging initial and on-going participation in conservation efforts associated with wildlife trade.
Building and maintaining coalitions, partnerships and/or working relationships with stakeholders.
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=99279384&JobTitle=Outreach+and+Education+Specialist&q=475683&where=&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=N&FedPub=Y&x=0&y=0&AVSDM=2011-05-10+14:36:00
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Communications Specialist, NOAA
St. Petersburg, FL
This position is located on the staff of the Regional Administrator, Southeast Regional Office (SERO), in St. Petersburg, Florida, within the National Marine Fisheries Service(NMFS),National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The incumbent serves as a Communications Specialist in an understudy capacity, receiving on-the-job training, guidance and instruction, gradually assuming the full scope of the higher graded GS-13 position.
The incumbent serves as a Communications Specialist supporting the Fisheries Office in developing written and multi-media materials used to explain various aspects of marine fisheries, marine mammal, and marine habitat related programs in the Southeastern U.S. and U.S. Caribbean. The incumbent establishes and maintains relationships with media groups, trade organizations, professional groups, recreational and commercial fishing groups, environmental organizations, educational institutions, and the public to explain marine fisheries regulations, marine mammals, and marine habitat programs. He/she will develop written briefing materials, summaries, articles or speeches on management decisions and scientific findings. He/she will coordinate press conferences and outreach events. He/she will educate the public using a broad range of mediums, including social media tools.
This position may require a probationary period.
Individuals with federal employment status should apply under the Merit Assignment (MAP) announcement; all others under the Delegated Examining (DE). Contact Kim Amendola (kim.amendola@noaa.gov) or Lauren Lugo (Lauren.Lugo@noaa.gov) if you have questions.
Job Title: Communications Specialist, GS-1001-12 (MAP)
Department: Department Of Commerce
Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Sub Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Job Announcement Number: NMFS-SER-2011-0050
Job Title: Communications Specialist, GS-1001-12 (DE/CR)
Department: Department Of Commerce
Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Sub Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Job Announcement Number: NMFS-SER-2011-0052
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Senior Officer International Ocean Conservation, Pew Environment Group
Washington, DC
Responsibilities:
The Senior Officer International Ocean Conservation will work across the international ocean conservation program to help:
Organize and carry out campaign tasks and special projects related to the overall operation of the International Ocean Conservation program as requested by the Director of International Ocean Conservation (e.g., program planning and development; donor trips or special event planning and organization, etc.).
Organize special projects on behalf of the Managing Director of the Pew Environment Group.
Contribute to and participate in International Ocean Conservation Program campaigns including organizing and coordinating conferences or extended meetings.
Assist in identifying and setting highly measurable goals and targets as well as developing strategies, timelines and operational plans and functions for International Ocean Conservation projects in development, particularly the Global Ocean Commission.
Identify goals at risk of not being met: identify the causes and, when needed, take appropriate steps to address problems in ways that keep the project on course.
Assist in evaluating Global Ocean Commission project costs and design and monitor budgets.
Recruit, develop workplans and oversee other staff as well as consultants.
Represent the Trusts publicly at conferences, seminars and official forums.
Author articles for newspapers, magazines and peer-reviewed journals.
Assist with or lead the development of cross-cutting communications tools for the International Ocean Conservation Program or the Pew Environment Group.
In collaboration with PCT Donor Services, identify, build and maintain working relationships with current and potential donors for purposes of soliciting and sustaining financial resources needed to achieve International Ocean Conservation program objectives and provide project partners/donors with regular updates on project advancements.
Initiate and maintain contacts with foundation sources, donors, and organizations who may not be strategic partners.
Organize and host strategy sessions with NGOs and scientists.
Maintain ongoing communications with stakeholders, and as necessary, represent PCT with national, regional and international conservation organizations.
Respond to public inquiries about the Trusts’ International Ocean Conservation work and other activities that fall under the purview of this initiative;
Assess International Ocean Conservation project results;
Contribute to and participate in tasks of the Pew Environment Group as assigned by Karen Sack, Director of International Ocean Conservation or Joshua Reichert, Managing Director of the Pew Environment Group.
Requirements:
A minimum of 10 years of experience in the international conservation arena. This includes designing and implementing programs aimed at solving conservation needs. Expertise in marine conservation management.
Strong network of relevant contacts that can provide expert information and advance results. Able to leverage relationships to influence positive outcomes.
Demonstrated strong analytical skills. Ability to synthesize large amounts of information and to focus quickly on the essence of an issue/problem, determine whether it is ripe for intervention and identify the means to address it. A strong commitment to producing measurable results.
Ability to set short- and long-term planning goals in line with program strategy. Ability to analyze budgetary information and assess organizational capacity. A task-oriented style, with focus on achieving clear and ambitious goals. Demonstrated ability to meet multiple deadlines by maintaining a high level of organization. Able to develop and move projects forward with a high degree of independence and autonomy.
Excellent written and oral communications skills, including an ease in briefly summarizing the essence of issues and means to address them. Strong oral, presentation, facilitation and written communication skills such that complex ideas, thoughts and concepts are clearly articulated for a general audience. Clear, effective writing style.
Strong interpersonal skills; able to develop and manage productive relationships with consultants, partners and others who contribute to the development of a project by anticipating possible outcomes. Excellent listening skills. Highly articulate.
Media-savvy and politically astute. Able to use effective marketing techniques and media exposure to communicate the impact of research on conservation needs. A strong connection with the conservation communities is highly desirable.
Well developed skills in diplomacy. Able to work productively with a wide array of different people and institutions that frequently disagree with and are in competition with one another.
Strong understanding of how to manage by influencing others and the ability to read nuances of meaning accurately.
Experienced fundraiser. Track record of effectively identifying potential donors, cultivating relationships and generating interest and support for a cause that results in significant funding for projects.
Seasoned judgment, able to make decisions, justify recommendations, and be responsive, clear and firm with colleagues and partners.
Ability to adapt to a complex working environment in which influence is often exerted indirectly rather than through traditional chain of command hierarchies. Successful experience in leveraging ideas and creating projects that produce measurable results.
Excellent knowledge of the current trends, principal theories, leading thinkers and major concerns within environmental subject domains.
A Masters degree in a relevant area, or equivalent experience.
Compensation
We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including a generous 401(k) plan, four weeks vacation and flexible benefit options.
Travel
It is anticipated that the individual in this position will travel nationally and internationally to manage campaign activities.
To apply: https://jobs-pct.icims.com/jobs/2511/job
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Senior Marine Biologist, J.M. Waller & Associates
Fairfax, VA
Intermittent Technical Field Assessment and Collaboration
J.M. Waller Associates, Inc. (JMWA®) offers environmental, engineering, construction and facility management services to government and commercial clients across the U.S. and around the world. We are seeking a Senior Marine Biologist to provide technical marine field assessments as part of our ongoing support of our client’s merchant shipping ballast water management program. The Senior Marine Biologist will perform intermittently over a three year period as necessitated by our client.
Responsibilities:
The Senior Marine Biologist will serve as a subject matter expert developing experimental designs and test protocols.
Serve as a technical agent on audit review team assessing marine impact on prototype ballast water treatment systems designed to kill or deactivate marine life.
Participate in the review of engineering specifications and experimental study plans for assessing treatment effectiveness, field observation of the system’s operations and the execution of the tests, and monitoring of long term performance.
Compile, review and present results of the resulting experimental data.
Travel to various ship sites to observe ballast water treatment system operations and iteration of primary biological experiments to collect data required for evaluation of the ballast water treatment system.
Prepare written narrative of test procedures and local conditions in the performance of the biological experiments
Evaluate biological data and engineering parameters and provide input to final audit report
Participate in Review Team close out meetings
Assist Review Team Leader in preparation of initial on-site assessment of tests and ship site documentation for the client.
Required:
Advanced Degree in Marine Biology with related experience.
Minimum of at least one advanced degree in the field of Marine Biology; Doctorate and research experience is preferred.
Experience with the Coast Guard’s Shipboard Technology Evaluation Program (STEP) is preferred.
Experience in development of experimental designs and test protocols in marine biology
Knowledge of marine micro and macro organisms, including plankton of all types, nektons, and the various formative life stages of larger marine organisms.
Experience with Non-Indigenous Aquatic Species Management Programs is desirable
Ability to design and conduct field studies; analyze data and prepare technical reports
Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively participate on a panel of technical experts
Excellent writing and oral presentation skills.
Demonstrated MS Office skills.
Ability to travel
http://jmwaller.hrmdirect.com/employment/view.php?req=69091&
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Communication, Knowledge & Outreach Officer, IUCN
Bangkok, Thailand
The Communication, Knowledge & Outreach Officer – is a project position for the EU funded Building Resilience to Climate Change Impacts, Coastal Southeast Asia (BCR) project. The position is based in IUCN’s Asia Regional Office in Bangkok. This position is responsible for developing, managing and implementing all communications products and related activities for the BCR project in Cambodia, Thailand and Viet Nam. The Communication, Knowledge & Outreach Officer reports directly to the Manager of the BCR project with the guidance of the Head of Communications, Asia.
The objective of Building Coastal Resilience in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand is to increase adaptive capacity of people and the ecosystems on which they depend to cope with the anticipated impacts of climate change and plan for DRR, through sound governance and planning. The project will strengthen the ability of local government and local people to plan for, and adapt to, future climate risks in eight coastal provinces between Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok. The project will identify best practices being developed by local people and provide opportunities for communities in different parts of the coastline to learn from each other. The project will use top-down and bottom-up approaches to ensure policy messages are disseminated at all levels. Networking, study visits, and an annual forum will be used to share knowledge with the other 12 provinces that make up the coastal corridor between Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok.
This is a local position with the minimum basic monthly salary of THB 62,492 including a comprehensive health & life insurance and other benefits.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and implement a project communications strategy;
Ensure that IUCN branding, EU visibility and other guidelines are followed;
Work effectively with IUCN Country Offices and project partners in Cambodia, Thailand and Viet Nam, including the closely related EU funded CARE project;
Edit and synthesize documents, ensuring correct language use and final output is logical and easy to read;
Produce high quality communications products in a range of formats including reports, publications, brochures, policy briefs, web stories, press releases, e-news, short films, podcasts, etc.;
Oversee and manage production processes, ensuring quality standards and budgets are met;
Manage web and digital resources for project communications;
Build and maintain a mailing list of relevant target audiences for project communications;
Provide communications support for events;
Proactively engage media and monitor results;
Monitor and evaluate communications activities and produce regular reports and updates;
Carry out any other duties you may be called upon to perform from time to time by your supervisor.
REQUIREMENTS
At least 5 years relevant professional experience;
A degree in communications/journalism/PR or related field. Post graduate qualifications would be an asset;
Experienced in production of a range of different types of documents with excellent editing skills and ability synthesize complex content into short, easy to read text;
An understanding of current conservation issues especially climate change adaptation;
Ability to work effectively with diverse multicultural and multidisciplinary teams;
Excellent spoken and written English and at least one or more Thai, Khmer or Vietnamese required;
Proficient in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and experienced with print, multi-media and web-based design software; and
The ability to produce high quality outputs under tight timelines.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST).
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
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Program Associate, EDF
Boston, MA
The Program Associate will support program staff within the New England Regional team of the Oceans Program in our Boston, MA office. This position involves confidential and sensitive information and deals with a diverse group of internal and external callers and visitors. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize and organize your workload within this busy program.
Key Responsibilities
Process expense reports and invoices and track expenses against budgets. Assist in monthly process of forecasting future spending plans.
Administer contracts for consultants, including assistance in drafting contracts, working with the Accounting Department to ensure payments of contracts and with program staff and consultants to ensure the obligations of contracts are fulfilled.
Maintain heavy calendar. Insure adequate preparation for each meeting including agendas, background information, deliverables, etc.
Handle all travel arrangements.
Provide administrative support including faxing, copying, and document and presentation preparation.
Conduct research and apply excellent organizational, communication, and planning skills in preparing correspondence and reports, briefings, correspondence, memos, charts, tables, graphs, business plans, and responding to requests for information.
Work with staff to prepare and finalize individual work plans, as well as track program progress on work plan elements.
Assist in preparation of work products including: conducting background research, preparing summary documents, preparing sections of reports, interfacing with contractors such as web and graphic designers, organizing final layout, and proofreading documents.
Act as liaison between department and non-department personnel. Insure they get proper response and attention.
Screen and prioritize requests from within department.
Handle confidential and non-routine information.
Act as a liaison with other internal departments/programs as well as other organizations and associations.
Work independently and as part of the team on special nonrecurring and ongoing projects, which may include, planning and coordinating multiple presentations, disseminating information, proofreading documents, etc.
Plan and coordinate internal and external meetings and retreats when necessary.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred with 3 years of relevant experience in a similar position.
Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other software applications.
Experience with budgeting, accounting and/or bookkeeping.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface well with all programs/departments in the organization and to represent the Oceans Program in a highly professional manner.
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be well organized, motivated, and detail-oriented.
Research, analytical, and writing skills required in order to gather and summarize data for reports, find solutions to various problems, and prioritize work.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines.
Ability to work in a team setting and also to work independently with minimal supervision.
Position requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy. Must be comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information.
Demonstrate initiative and problem solving skills.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Interest and/or experience in environmental advocacy preferred.
Application
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jobs@edf.org. Due to the volume of employment applications and queries received, EDF is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate.
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Program Assistant, SeaWeb
Silver Spring, MD
SeaWeb seeks a Program Assistant to be based in its Washington, D.C. area office. This is a full-time position with a benefit package. The anticipated start date is early to mid June 2011.
Organizational Overview: SeaWeb is an international, nonprofit, communications organization dedicated to creating a culture of ocean conservation. We work collaboratively to inform and empower diverse ocean voices and conservation champions in strategic, targeted sectors to encourage market solutions, policies and behaviors that result in a healthy, thriving ocean. We transform knowledge into action by shining a spotlight on workable, science-based solutions to the most serious threats facing the ocean, such as climate change, pollution and overexploitation of ocean life.
Position Summary: The Program Assistant will provide a broad range of programmatic, development, and administrative support to the organization's Vice President of Organizational Effectiveness and Operations ("Vice President"). The Program Assistant will work closely with SeaWeb finance, operations, communications, science, and sustainable markets teams.
Core Responsibilities:
Development Support (45 percent):
Support grant administration by organizing and maintaining grant administrative files (letters of interest, proposals, award acceptance correspondence, reports, summary sheets) and master calendar for proposals and reports.
Work with SeaWeb staff to ensure appropriate materials are delivered to organization's funders on time.
Assist with foundation, major donor research and outreach efforts, including help organize fundraising and other cultivation events.
Assist with donor acknowledgement activities.
Maintain current, comprehensive data on organizational funders.
Assist with logistics for Board of Directors' Fundraising Advisory Committee.
Operations Support (40 percent):
Provide basic administrative support to the Vice President by maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings, assisting with travel arrangements, filing, making phone calls, ordering supplies, and helping manage workflow that requires approval, input, and response of Vice President.
Draft, edit and finalize memoranda, correspondence, and reports for Vice President.
Relay technical questions from staff regarding issues with computers and equipment to IT consultant and work to ensure that technical issues are resolved.
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