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Alaska

Executive Director - Full Time

Rivers Without Borders
Location: Juneau, Alaska
Posted on: 04/03/08

The Executive Director of Rivers Without Borders (RWB) is highly motivated, creative and experienced; with a big passion for big wilderness. The ideal candidate has worked with small communities, First Nations and other levels of government, and has experience in transboundary conservation work. S/he has a track record of successful fund development and knows the array of foundations that support conservation in British Columbia and Alaska. (S)he is a seasoned staff and volunteer manager, with a deep understanding of environmental issues, particularly in the transboundary region. S/he is also a strong strategic thinker with a commitment to achieving meaningful and measurable conservation outcomes. The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for managing RWB and reports to a transboundary Steering Committee as well as to the Tides (US) and Sage (Canada) Centers. The ED leads the RWB team of staff, contractors and volunteers to ensure that RWB’s mandate is effectively represented on a broad range of environmental issues in the transboundary region. The ED ensures the financial health of the organization through fundraising and grant development. The ED strives to build effective working relationships and when possible partnerships between RWB, First Nations and other levels of government, communities and other organizations and agencies. Overall, the ED's focus is largely one of strategic coordination of issues, public communication and organizational management.

Rivers Without Borders:

Rivers Without Borders is a guardian of the northern transboundary region, where the most northwesterly rivers in British Columbia empty into Southeast Alaska. Geographically the region extends from the Unuk River in the south to the Tatshenshini-Alsek drainage in the north, and from the coastal rainforest of the Tongass National Forest in the west to the boreal highlands of the Spatzizi Plateau in the east. If any region captures the essence of "the wild" that lives in every North American's imagination, this is it. It is an area of vast, rugged and incredibly diverse watersheds. It is populated by iconic and increasingly rare wildlife like grizzly bears, wolves, caribou, mountain goats, and all species of wild Pacific salmon. There are few intact wilderness ecosystems of such size and integrity left in the world, making the ecological health of this region internationally significant. The remoteness and sparse human inhabitation that help make this region emblematic of Canada's wilderness identity also create unique challenges for its protection. There are few local caretakers in a region with an abundance of ecological riches that is paralleled only by its mineralization and energy resources. RWB has taken up the challenge to inform and mobilize Canadians and Americans about this vast and largely unknown wild place, partnering with the small local communities that must inevitably be the promoters and long-term stewards of the region. We do so in the face of a new gold rush that threatens to bring economic boom and bust, wilderness fragmentation and ecological degradation to this irreplaceable region.

General Responsibilities:

Ensure the organizational health of RWB by leading the RWB team in developing, implementing, and evaluating the RWB strategic plan
Supervise RWB staff contractors and volunteers
Build and maintain relationships with key actors
Lead on identified RWB campaigns and advocacy efforts as appropriate and required
Work with Steering Committee
Other duties as mutually agreed upon

Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Ensure organizational health of RWB. (Finance and management) (35%)

Ensure that all RWB activities serve the Strategic Plan of RWB and update that Plan as necessary.
Overall responsibility for the financial health of RWB, including building and maintaining relations with donors, foundations and relevant government agencies.
Develop the annual budget and monitor the financial health of the organization. Ensure regular and accurate financial reporting to the Steering Committee.
Plan (with staff) and manage projects (including developing ideas for projects that further RWB goals), draft or oversee the drafting of proposals, ensure follow-up reporting is completed and project obligations are met.
Uphold organizational adherence to charitable status regulations in Canada and the U.S.A.
Ensure RWB perspectives are effectively represented in public and key private settings.
Work with the Steering Committee, staff and volunteers to develop RWB positions on emerging or evolving issues.
Undertake or oversee government relations on key RWB issues
Keep informed on current issues related to the transboundary region, mining and energy sectors in British Columbia and Southeast Alaska, wildlife and wilderness conservation trends, and models of conservation with potential application in the transboundary region.

b) Supervise RWB staff, volunteers and contractors. (Unless delegated otherwise) (20%)

With Steering Committee, recruit and hire or contract qualified staff as needed.
Provide direction to and ensure performance and accountability of staff, contractors and volunteers as required.
Conduct annual job evaluations for staff.
Hold regular staff conference calls and occasional staff meetings.
Meet or teleconference with staff members, contractors and volunteers as required to discuss workloads & work plans, and performance.
Identify and recommend appropriate training opportunities for RWB staff and volunteers.

c) Build and maintain relations with key actors (20%)

Effectively communicate RWB’s goals, role and mandate to transboundary communities, First Nations and other levels of government, economic and other stakeholders, and the public.
Network and coordinate with other ENGO’s in the north as well as national and international organizations in effective conservation partnerships.
Use appropriate national and international legal instruments to ensure proper conservation management in transboundary watersheds.
Represent the RWB in broad networks like Mining Watch Canada, Alaskans for Responsible Mining, WMAN, Yukon Environmental Network and others.

d) Campaigning and advocacy. (15%)

Lead on identified RWB campaigns and advocacy efforts as appropriate and required.
Ensure public education on key RWB issues occurs through personal engagement with the public and/or support for engagement by other RWB staff and, when appropriate, volunteers.

c) Work with Steering Committee. (10%)

Coordinate and lead meetings as required.
Keep SC informed of RWB activities and issues.
Engage the Steering Committee in formal strategic planning when appropriate.
Seek opportunities to build organizational capacity.

Qualifications:

At least five years experience with a wide range of nonprofit organizations, ideally in both the US and Canada
Ideally with experience as an executive director and/or senior level campaigner in developing and implementing successful campaigns
Demonstrated experience (at least 2 years) as a fundraiser
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and assignments, and to meet deadlines
Openness to and interest in working in a multicultural environment which respects and values diversity among indigenous communities, staff, board, and other relationships
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with proven ability to convey information clearly
Flexibility to travel frequently around the region is essential
Candidates must have demonstrated the ability to exercise sound judgment, and have displayed initiative and innovation on past jobs and/or contracts
Aware of and familiar with environmental issues in the Pacific North West
Experience in analyzing complex organizational issues; able to distill data and make recommendations

Characteristics for Success

Driven to achieve Rivers Without Border’s mission and results
Ability to manage complexity of tasks over time. Fast, creative problem solving and ability to think proactively.
Analytical, strategic and systematic thinking and doing; sets priorities and can anticipate future consequences and probabilities
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and assignments, and to meet deadlines
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with proven ability to convey information clearly
Candidates must have demonstrated the ability to exercise sound judgment, and have displayed initiative and innovation on past jobs and/or contracts.

Application Process:

Send cover letter explaining how your experiences and skills match this position; resume; writing sample; and contact and relationship information for three references to Ben Kirkpatrick, Interim Executive Director at the address or email listed below. This position will remain open until filled. Our programs and employment are open to all. We don’t discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or disability in any of its policies or programs. We offer a diverse, team-based environment, competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package.

Additional information about us can be found on our website at www.riverswithoutborders.org.

Ben Kirkpatrick
Interim Executive Director
Rivers Without Borders
419 6th St. Room 221
Juneau, AK 99801
ben@riverswithoutborders.org

Development Director - Full Time

Rivers Without Borders
Location: Juneau, Alaska
Posted on: 04/03/08

The Development Director is an experienced, creative, and highly motivated professional with proven success in meeting fundraising goals. The ideal candidate has worked with small communities, First Nations, tribal, local and federal governments, and has experience in conservation work. S/he has a track record of successful fund development and knows the array of foundations that support conservation in British Columbia and Alaska. (S)he is a seasoned staff and volunteer manager, with a deep understanding of environmental issues, particularly in the transboundary region. This is a part-time professional position with Rivers Without Borders. This position will involve some travel and can be based between Seattle and Whitehorse. The Development Director will report to and work with the Executive Director and be responsible for developing and managing RWB’s Fundraising strategy.

Rivers Without Borders:

General Responsibilities:

Assist with development of annual fundraising strategy to achieve organizational goals
Ensure the implementation of fundraising strategy
Research and seek out new fundraising opportunities
Advise and assist Executive Director in stewardship and cultivation of fundraising prospects
Act as liaison to Foundations and Corporations ensuring that each Foundation is contacted quarterly
Raise money; prepare grant proposals and reports for Foundations and Corporations
General oversight of fundraising, monitor report schedule and ensure report deadlines are met
Create and follow budget within the constraints of the overall RWB budget
Prepare reports on fundraising results for Steering Committee meetings
Visit prospective and existing funders, and participate in funder site visits to Transboundary region.

Qualifications:

At least five years experience with a wide range of nonprofit organizations, ideally in both the US and Canada
Formal training in Fundraising including professional development or other relevant training
2-3 years minimum fundraising experience, 5 years desirable
Demonstrated success at Foundation and Corporate grant writing
Strong analytical, organizational and research abilities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Must be a highly motivated and persistent self- starter, able to work without supervision
Excellent time management skills and attention to detail, with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Aware of and familiar with environmental issues in the Pacific North West

Application Process:

Additional information about us can be found on our website at www.riverswithoutborders.org.

Ben Kirkpatrick
Interim Executive Director
Rivers Without Borders
419 6th St. Room 221
Juneau, AK 99801
ben@riverswithoutborders.org

Arizona

Outreach Coordinator - Full Time

Prescott Creeks
Location: Prescott, Arizona
Posted on: 02/27/08

The mission of Prescott Creeks is to protect and celebrate the ecological integrity of the Granite Creek Watershed riparian systems and associated wetlands through conservation, restoration and education. Prescott Creeks achieves its mission by providing community members meaningful interactions with the creeks which define our watershed. Prescott Creeks is the only organization in the Granite Creek Watershed, a headwater to the Verde River, which focuses exclusively on the protection of riparian habitats and water quality issues. During its almost 18 year life, Prescott Creeks has initiated the creation of trails, ecosystem restoration projects and the investigation of water quality issues, becoming a recognized leader throughout the region on these issues. This leadership has resulted in significant funding and partnerships with local, state and national agencies. Prescott Creeks – and the City of Prescott – are unique, beautiful places to make your mark on protecting the environment. Nestled in Arizona’s Central Highlands, the Granite Creek watershed we work to protect, restore and celebrate is small enough for one person to make a huge difference, and big enough to expand your horizons.

PROJECT FOCUS AREAS AND ACTIVITIES

• Engage and Sustain Community Partnerships: Develop relationships with schools, civic organizations, local governments, media and other entities that can build the pool of volunteers in the community As liaison between the organization and the community, spread awareness of Prescott Creeks’ activities to increase participation and publicity (Watson Woods Ecological Restoration, CreeksFest, Earth Day Celebration, Prescott CreekWatch Network, etc).

• Community Outreach: Serve as the primary contact between Prescott Creeks and the community. Identify new opportunities for earned and social media; develop events or products to take advantage of those opportunities. Arrange speaking or presentation engagements for key audiences. Identify key media that reach broad and targeted audiences in and around Prescott, the state of Arizona and other important markets.

• Research and Analysis: Review current volunteer systems in place, and compare to other local volunteer programs. Create survey to capture volunteers’ interests and abilities. Evaluate current outreach tools, such as newsletter and website, to maximize effectiveness. Research best practices of membership acquisition and stewardship.

• Recruit and Manage Volunteers and Members: Establish processes and management systems that will help Prescott Creeks recruit and retain volunteers for a wide variety of projects. Coordinate and steward volunteer participation during field-based projects. Oversee member acquisition program. Identify new targets and innovative techniques for membership acquisition and stewardship. Update membership mailing and outreach materials.

Requirements and Benefits

College Degree or equivalent experience
18 years or older, no upper age limit.
Self-motivated; ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to research
Experience in volunteering
Computer and Internet/Email (Microsoft Office Suite, Publisher, Adobe, etc.)
Some public speaking experience
Strong documentation and organizational skills
Effective problem solving skills
Ability to understand "big picture" while completing detail oriented tasks
Friendly and effective interpersonal skills
Healthy sense of humor
Reliable personal transportation

AmeriCorps VISTA Member Benefits (Full-time, minimum 40 hours per week)

Living Allowance - $10,380 for year of service
Housing Subsidy - $100 per month
Choice of a $4,725 education award OR a $1,200 cash stipend upon completion of service
Health Care Benefits
Relocation allowance (if eligible)
Student loan deferment and reimbursement of accrued interest on eligible student loans
Childcare assistance (if eligible)
Food Stamp assistance (if eligible)
One year non-competitive eligibility following service (government employment)
Eligible for President's Volunteer Service Award (1 year=Gold Award, 2 years=Call to Service)
Personal and professional development opportunities
Team support
Great experience in a field that interests you!

MORE INFO @ www.ycvp.org

California

Water Quality Scientist - Full Time

Heal the Bay
Location: Santa Monica, California
Posted on: 04/23/08, closes 05/23/08

Water Quality Scientist

Salary: $40,000 - $45,000 DOE + full benefits

Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)

Location: Santa Monica, California, 90401, United States

Posted by: Heal the Bay

Type: Full time

Last day to apply: May 23, 2008

Description:

Heal the Bay is a regional environmental nonprofit group dedicated to making Santa Monica Bay and Southern California coastal waters safe and healthy for people and marine life. Progress toward the mission is achieved by effectively combining the use of science, advocacy, community outreach, and public education to create positive change in our local environment.

Position Summary:

The Water Quality Scientist must have a strong water quality and regulatory background. This position will require regular comment on water quality permits, stormwater programs and pollution controls, wastewater issues, and Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs), and represent Heal the Bay at public meetings and stakeholder groups. Must be motivated, articulate and a strong problem solver. Heal the Bay offers a casual work environment and collegial atmosphere.

Functions Include:

• Work on science and policy projects or programs both as an individual and as part of a team;

• Track specific science and policy issues at regional and state levels and ensure that deadlines are met for public comments and other products;

• Analyze and provide written comments on technical and policy issues related to water quality;

• Represent Heal the Bay’s positions at public meetings, hearings and other forums;

• Work closely with other HTB staff on inter-departmental projects and programs;

• Manage project grants;

• Create and maintain relationships with government staff, advocacy groups, scientific researchers and other environmental stakeholders;

• Participate in weekly Science and Policy department meetings.

Additional Qualifications:

• Passion for Heal the Bay’s mission;

• Strong technical background in environmental or related sciences, advanced degree preferred;

• Water quality engineers, chemists and biologists encouraged to apply.

• Broad understanding of science, regulatory and policy issues relating to water quality and coastal resources, including the Clean Water Act, Porter Cologne Act, CZMA, Coastal Act, CEQA and NEPA;

• Excellent written and oral communication skills;

• Strong grasp of water quality protection and watershed management and restoration needs in the urban watershed context;

• Ability to work under pressure and deadlines and to be a team player;

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills;

• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with colleagues;

• Ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines;

• Occasional evening and weekend work on Heal the Bay education/environmental programs is required;

• Must love the ocean.

How to Apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume by May 23, 2008 to:

Water Quality Director, Heal the Bay, 1444 9th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401; or submit online at www.healthebay.org/jobs. Heal the Bay is an equal opportunity employer and actively recruits to promote diversity in our workforce.

Web and Communications Specialist - Full Time

Save the Bay
Location: Oakland, California
Posted on: 04/23/08, closes 06/21/08

Web and Communications Specialist

Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)

Location: Oakland, California, 94612, United States

Posted by: Save The Bay

Type: Full time

Last day to apply: June 21, 2008

Background:

Save The Bay is the oldest and largest organization working exclusively to protect, restore and celebrate San Francisco Bay. As the Bay’s leading champion since 1961, Save The Bay is committed to making the Bay cleaner and healthier for people and wildlife. Save The Bay wages and wins effective advocacy campaigns to increase public access to the Bay, establish 100,000 acres of healthy wetlands around the Bay, and protect the Bay from today’s greatest threats: pollution and urban sprawl. Save The Bay educates nearly 10,000 students and adults on the Bay each year and engages volunteers to improve vital wetlands and subtidal habitats.

Learn more about Save The Bay’s history of accomplishments and current programs at www.saveSFbay.org.

Summary:

Save The Bay seeks a Web and Communications Specialist to increase online activism and engagement of existing and new supporters.

The Web and Communications Specialist leads Save The Bay’s online communication strategies, online campaigns and Web site development to achieve the organization’s ambitious program goals and growth objectives. The Specialist is responsible for leading Save The Bay’s online marketing efforts, and designing and developing the Web site and e-newsletters. The Specialist manages the Department’s social networking outreach and provides other communications support as necessary. The position also entails site architecture, page layout, design of Web graphics and copy-editing.

The ideal candidate has a proven record of success building online campaigns and organizing, community-building and social networking, outstanding Web development and production experience and a demonstrated understanding of online marketing for a cause-related organization.

Reports to Communications Director.

Responsibilities:

Research, develop and implement online marketing activities to grow Save The Bay’s online presence
Develop strategies and campaigns to increase Web site traffic.
Grow the "Bay Saver" e-newsletter list and increase open and click through rates, leading to member activism, donations and volunteers.
Research and lead Web-based marketing activities including tagging, online advertising, viral marketing, and search engine marketing.
Assist communications team in expanding social networking efforts, including establishing a blog.
Develop online promotional collateral for Save The Bay and our programs. Select appropriate online communication vehicles for each program and brand.
Create and place online advertisements to promote Save The Bay and our various programs to target audiences.
Manage Save The Bay’s Web site to attract and retain traffic
Keep site current and fresh by managing site architecture, content development and deployment, design and graphic enhancements, navigation improvements, additional tools and new features.
Design email templates for use with email advocacy campaigns.
Design powerful and effective campaign graphics for use on- and off-line.
Implement Kintera modules, like calendaring systems, photo galleries, news archives and RSS feeds, to enrich user experience.
Prepare and analyze monthly Web site statistics.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Four years of progressively responsible experience in Web site design and management, online marketing/campaigns and branding.
Outstanding Web development and production experience and complete command of Internet technologies, protocols and standards.
Graphic design experience (especially for the Web).
Experience in online organizing and community-building and knowledge of Web marketing techniques, including online advertising, media practices and measurement; search engine marketing and optimization and familiarity with existing and emerging on-line communities and blogs.
Excellent written, verbal and electronic communications skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and complete projects on tight deadlines.
Creativity and innovation in directing Web and marketing tasks to complement organization’s mission.
Bachelor’s degree in communications, technology, or related field.

Required Technical Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in Macromedia Dreamweaver
Expert knowledge of HTML, CSS, sophisticated CMS software and current Web technologies and applications.
Demonstrated knowledge of ASP content management system, such as Kintera Sphere, Convio or GetActive (experience with Kintera, a plus)
Demonstrated knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign

How to Apply:

This position is open until filled. Salary commensurate with experience, plus excellent health benefits. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. EOE. Send resume and cover letter to:

Web and Communications Specialist Search
Save The Bay
350 Frank Ogawa Plaza, Suite 900
Oakland, CA 94612

Or email to: jcastelli@saveSFbay.org

Curriculum Writer - Part Time

Heal the Bay
Location: Santa Monica, California
Posted on: 04/15/08, closes 06/10/08

Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)

Location: Santa Monica, California, 90401, United States

Language(s): English

Type: Contract

Last day to apply: June 10, 2008

Description:

Heal the Bay is in the process of developing a web-based tool and curriculum for classroom teachers to use in conjunction with a beach or neighborhood cleanup. The web-site tool will allow students to input their trash data into an on-line database.

Responsibilities include:

• Development of standard-based curriculum for 2 grade spans -middle and high school. The curriculum will include two to three lessons per grade span based on a beach/ neighborhood cleanup and data entry in our new online trash database.

• Augment Heal the Bay’s Speakers Bureau presentation as an outreach component (speech/ interactive activity) taught in the classroom as a pre lesson to their cleanup.

• Create student assessments and teacher evaluation forms for curriculum.

• All materials will be available to teachers in a downloadable standardized lesson format that can be accessed from Heal the Bay’s website.

• Collaborating with education team and web tool designer.

Additional Qualifications:

• Degree in education (post-secondary degree a plus) or marine/environmental science content area experience preferred

• Capable of curriculum/ assessment/ evaluation development. Please provide examples with your resume.

• In-depth knowledge of California State Standards. Experience Ocean Literacy and/or Education and the Environment Initiative (EEI) principles and concepts a plus.

• Knowledge of and passion for the environment and environmental justice issues.

• Well organized and able to work both independently and as a team.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Contract: $2,000.00 in three equal installments.

Hours: Contract position to be completed by July 2008.

Application Deadline: Until filled

How to Apply:

Please mail/e-mail/fax resume with cover letter and sample curricular to: Director of Programs, Heal the Bay, 1444 9th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Fax: (310) 496-1902 To apply via email go to www.healthebay.org/jobs.

Note to candidates: Please include 1-2 lesson samples with your resume.

Oceans Policy Analyst - Full Time

Natural Resources Defence Council
Location: San Francisco or Los Angeles, California
Posted on: 04/14/08, closes 04/30/08

SF/LA - Ocean’s Policy Analyst

Salary: We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, a dynamic working environment

Education: Master (MA, MSW, etc.)

Location: San Francisco or LA, California, United States

Posted by: Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)

Job Category: Editing & Writing , Public Policy, Research

Language(s): English

Type: Full time

Last day to apply: April 30, 2008

Description:

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is a global non-profit environmental organization with more than 1.2 million members and online activists. We have offices in New York, Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Beijing, China. Our staff of over 350 includes lawyers, scientists, economists, and policy experts who work to protect the environment and public health through advocacy and education.

Position Summary:

NRDC is seeking a full-time staff policy analyst to work on ocean protection issues in the Pacific, preferably in our San Francisco office but potentially in Santa Monica. We are seeking a policy analyst with a master’s degree and 5 to 10 years of experience in resource protection and campaign management to join our Pacific Oceans team. Through our Oceans Program, we advocate for sustainable fisheries, the protection of marine wildlife and healthy ecosystems, and improved water quality.

Essential Functions:

The policy analyst position involves a range of advocacy work on the west coast, including creation of marine protected area networks and integrating ecosystem considerations into fishery management. The job entails coalition building and outreach; preparing comments and other types of administrative advocacy; researching and writing reports; media work and public speaking; designing outreach materials; and developing and managing campaigns. It may involve participation in litigation and lobbying at the state and federal level.

Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

Our preference is for a marine professional with graduate training and experience in resource policy, advocacy, marine biology (or related natural science), and current ocean protection issues, such as spatial or ecosystem-based management. Experience in campaign strategy is highly desirable, as is experience with media, public speaking, lobbying, and fundraising. Willingness to travel, especially between SF and LA, is essential. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups is a must. The candidate should have strong writing, oral advocacy and interpersonal skills. Experience in Southern California or Spanish fluency is a plus.

How to Apply:

To apply, please visit www.nrdc.org/jobs. Please include along with your resume, a cover letter including salary requirements, a writing sample, and a list of references.

Executive Director - Full Time

Friends of the River
Location: Sacramento, California
Posted on: 02/29/08

Now actively recruiting an Executive Director, Friends of the River is an experienced, respected, statewide river advocacy group that seeks strong leadership to pursue a new and bolder vision: to change the way people think of rivers in California, from a resource to be exploited to a treasure to be cherished and protected. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in organizational leadership, program development, staff management, major donor/foundation cultivation, and financial oversight, as well as a strong passion for preserving and restoring California’s rivers. The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of Friends of the River. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and is responsible for the organization's consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives.

In program development and administration, the Executive Director will:

Assure that the organization implements its long-range strategy and makes consistent and timely progress.
Provide leadership in developing program, organizational and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff, and carry out plans and policies authorized by the board.
Insure the maintenance of official records and documents, as well as compliance with federal, state and local regulations
Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field.

In budget and finance, the Executive Director will:

Be responsible for developing and maintaining sound financial practices.
Work with the staff, Finance Committee, and the board in preparing a budget; see that the organization operates within budget guidelines.
Jointly, with the president and secretary of the board of directors, conduct official correspondence of the organization, and jointly, with designated officers, execute legal documents.

In fundraising, the Executive Director will:

Ensure that adequate funds are available to permit the organization to carry out its work.
Initiate, maintain and grow relationships with key major donors and foundations.
Oversee the fundraising strategies of the organization.

In communications, the Executive Director will:

See that the board is kept fully informed on the condition of the organization and all important factors influencing it.
Initiate, maintain and grow strategic relationships with key environmental leaders, politicians, local river groups, state agencies and others to further the organization’s mission.
Represent the programs and point of view of the organization to the media, funders, other organizations, and the general public.
Ensure that the activities of the organization and its programs and goals are publicized.

In relations with staff, the Executive Director will:

Oversee the recruitment, employment, and release of all personnel, both for Friends of the River and the campaigns for which it acts as fiscal sponsor.
Ensure that job descriptions are developed, that regular performance evaluations are held, and that sound human resource practices are in place.
Supervise the management team, consisting of the Conservation Director, Development Director, Membership Director, Communications Director, Volunteer Director and Finance Director. Develop appropriate succession plans to maintain an effective management team.
Coordinate the work of all departments and individuals to most effectively pursue the mission of the organization.
Maintain a working environment climate that attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse staff of top quality people.

Qualifications:

The successful Executive Director candidate will have excellent organizational, fundraising, marketing, written and oral communication skills; experience working with environmental nonprofit organizations; excellent strategic thinking skills; experience in translating vision into new programs; extensive staff management and supervision experience; and a positive attitude. A strong passion for preserving and restoring California’s rivers is required. While Sacramento-area residency is preferred, the Board will consider strong applicants based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Compensation:

The compensation package includes a competitive salary, health and dental insurance, and retirement plan. Final salary will be based upon applicant’s job qualifications and relevant experience.

To Apply:

Email to edsearch@friendsoftheriver.org. All applications will be promptly acknowledged. Please no phone calls. Additional information about Friends of the River is available at http://www.friendsoftheriver.org.

Colorado

Executive Director - Full Time

Colorado WaterWise Council
Location: Denver, Colorado
Posted on: 03/31/08, closes 04/13/08

Background

The Colorado WaterWise Council (CWWC), a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote and facilitate the efficient use of Colorado’s water, is seeking a self-motivated Executive Director to support the expansion of the organization over the next few years. This organization provides support to water professionals, water providers and communities across Colorado empowering them to offer more responsive and effective water conservation programs to their own customers, clients and citizens.

Responsibilities

The new Executive Director will help transform the organization by increasing partnerships and visibility of the “Voice of Colorado’s Water Conservation Community”. He/she will be expected to develop water conservation Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Colorado, execute several technical workshops and an annual membership event, enhance membership value and benefits, develop sustainable funding sources and lead the association as it advances its program goals in the years ahead. Under the direction of the CWWC Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for overall management and operation of the CWWC and protection of the organization’s financial assets while ensuring compliance with board directives and applicable grantor requirements. The position calls for a creative leader with outstanding strategic management, communications and outreach skills, as well as excellent administrative abilities necessary to run a successful non-profit organization.

Qualifications

Satisfactory completion of a four-year curriculum and graduation with a Bachelor’s degree in Water Resources, NaturalResources, Environmental Studies or a related and appropriate degree. A Master’s degree is preferred.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in water conservation and extensive knowledge of water issues in Colorado are required.
Grant writing and fundraising experience are highly desirable
A valid driver’s license is required.
Experience with non-profit organizations would be preferred. There is no support staff for this position and the Executive Director will need to show outstanding organizational skills to manage invoices, meet grant reporting requirements and maintain the finances of the organization in impeccable order.

Travel

The Executive Director must be able to travel to attend conferences, training and other events as required to acquire and maintain proficiency in fulfilling the responsibilities of the position.

Salary and Benefits

This is a two-year contract position funded by a grant from the Colorado Water Conservation Board, renewable after the first two years depending on funding availability and fundraising success. Contract terms will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Expected annual pay range: $62,400 to $83,200. No benefits are provided. Candidate is expected to provide computer and internet access as well as a vehicle. The position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week.

To Apply

Email cover letter, resume, writing sample and 3 references (Microsoft Word or .PDF files only) to: Kevin Reidy, CWWC Co- Chair, at KReidy@auroragov.org NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

River Campaign Director - Full Time

San Juan Citizens Alliance
Location: Durango, Colorado
Posted on: 03/25/08, closes 05/16/08

San Juan Citizens Alliance seeks a River Campaign Director for an ambitious protection agenda for rivers in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains. The ideal candidate will have experience in grassroots/grasstops organizing; knowledge of Colorado policy and law on water quantity and water quality; the ability to collaborate with a broad range of diverse interests; a love of rivers; and passion to engage the public in river protection.

Organization: SJCA was founded in 1986 and organizes on public lands, rivers, energy, global warming, and social justice issues in the San Juan Basin of southwest Colorado and northwest New Mexico. SJCA’s river protection program was launched in 2002. We have initiated several creative collaborative efforts such as the Dolores River Dialogue, the Animas River Nutrients stakeholder group, and the Rivers Protection Workgroup that engage a wide range of diverse interests including irrigators, recreationists, municipalities, counties, Indian tribes, and governmental agencies at multiple levels. Our river campaign priorities include securing new wild and scenic river designations in the San Juan Mountains, obtaining increased streamflow in the Dolores River, and enhancing water quality.

Position Summary
The River Campaign Director is a full-time position reporting to the Executive Director, responsible for the day-to-day management of SJCA’s river protection agenda. The River Campaign Director has primary responsibility for achieving success in SJCA’s pursuit of river protection strategies for rivers arising in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains. The Campaign Director is charged with:

developing and implementing organizing strategies,
directing public education activities,
generating media coverage,
outreach to potential allies,
collegial and respectful cooperation with diverse stakeholders in multiple forums,
researching issues,
devising policy approaches, and
participating in local, regional and statewide water policy forums.

The Campaign Director develops and implements policy in coordination with SJCA’s volunteer river protection task force and SJCA’s board of directors. The Campaign Director is also expected to assume a leadership role in the conservation community’s network of river advocates within Colorado. The Campaign Director will submit timely reports, assist in researching and preparing funding proposals, carry out campaign activities within an approved budget, and ensure campaign activities comply with applicable laws.
Qualifications

3 to 5 years experience and successful track record in leading and managing conservation campaigns, or other policy change efforts.
Working knowledge of Colorado law and policy on water rights and water quality, Colorado water management institutions, state and federal resource management agencies, and applicable laws.
Creativity to initiate projects to improve and protect water quality and instream flows, and to obtain river protection.
Willingness to operate in the real world of water politics and be able to create long-term strategies for change. Respect for the other interests in any discussion is a must as water discussions in this area involve a great deal of passion and closely held values.
Working knowledge and practical experience in organizing citizen advocates at the grassroots level including an ability to recruit and manage volunteers and citizens to speak out and take effective action in support of river protection campaigns.
Multi-year commitment to the position.

Compensation and benefits
Salary: $40,000. Benefits package includes group health insurance plan, Simple IRA, generous vacation package, sick leave and holidays, and occasional whitewater day.

Application Process
Please email cover letter, resumé, references and a writing sample to mark@sanjuancitizens.orgwith "River Campaign Director Job Application" in the subject line. Deadline is May 16, 2008. See www.sanjuancitizens.org for full job description.

Connecticut

Outreach Director - Full Time

Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition, Inc.
Location: Southbury, Connecticut
Posted on: 05/08/08, closes 05/31/08

Organization
The Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition, based in Southbury, CT, is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1999. Our mission statement: We use science to ensure the availability of high quality water in the Pomperaug Watershed by protecting the river environment and the aquifer (http://www.pomperaug.org ). The watershed is located in west central Connecticut and consists of a stratified-drift aquifer and three rivers (Pomperaug, Nonnewaug, and Weekeepeemee) that provide one of the finest underground water supplies in the State of Connecticut. The mission is achieved through scientific watershed research incorporated into a comprehensive management plan; education of the public, government, and business communities about the importance of a healthy river system and our collective role in its protection; and community outreach to insure that future land use decisions are consistent with the long-term protection of our watershed resources.

The Coalition is recognized state wide nationally for its science-based watershed management and for its collaborative approach to environmental protection.The organization is governed by a ten member Board of Directors and managed by a full-time Executive Director and a part-time Administrative Manager. Further support is provided by a Board of Advisors and eighty dedicated volunteers. The current budget is $200,000.

Job Description
The Outreach Director position is a full time position. The Outreach Director is responsible for carrying out all the outreach activities of the Coalition that are required for the Coalition to fulfill its mission of protecting and preserving the Pomperaug aquifer and rivers. The Outreach Director reports to the Executive Director. Within the organization, the Outreach Director coordinates all the outreach activities of staff members, the Board of Directors, Advisory Board, consultants, and volunteers. The Outreach Director works cooperatively with local stakeholders, including municipal and land use boards, local businesses, land use professionals, water utilities, legislators, state and federal agencies, and other nonprofit organizations.

The Outreach Director manages the following aspects of the organization:

Converting the scientific research data developed by the Coalition into information which can readily understood and used by local land use boards and other water management groups for day-to-day, real life, decision making
Expand and evolve the existing Outreach Plan, including goals/objectives, strategies, and actions that complements the Strategic, Operating, and Development Plans of the Coalition
Organizing the volunteer teams required to implement the Outreach Plan
Identifying all those nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses, and governmental organizations within the Watershed to whom the outreach must be directed
Developing a schedule for accomplishing the necessary outreach to the above listed groups
Analyzing the individual requirements of the above listed groups for specific types of outreach materials
Developing all the materials, documentation, and presentations that will be required to perform the needed outreach to all types of groups.
Implementing the outreach through face-to-face presentations (day time, weekends and evening), discussions, and public relations programs
Developing a successful public relations and media program to assist in the promotion of the outreach
Working closely with counterparts at the Housatonic Valley Association (HVA), a sister watershed organization, in the development, use, and implementation of the above listed outreach materials and program within the much larger geography of the HVA to ensure that the PRWC program of scientific outreach is adopted and utilized by watershed organizations well beyond the Pomperaug Watershed.
Assisting the Executive Director in grant writing for outreach funding
Managing any grants awarded to the Coalition for outreach functions.
Being an articulate and effective spokesman for the Coalition throughout the Watershed and State

Qualifications

Education/Experience - The ideal candidate has three or more years professional experience in outreach activities for nonprofits or businesses, has an understanding of local, state, and federal environmental policies and regulations protecting rivers, aquifers and riparian lands. A graduate degree in non-profit administration, planning, environmental policy, science, or natural resource management is preferred. Experience in the following areas is important: project management, watershed management and research, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software and applications, Internet site maintenance, volunteer organizing, public relations and volunteer management.
Motivation/Communications Skills – The Outreach Director must demonstrate a commitment to the mission of the Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition. The successful candidate is a confident, creative self-starter and a team player with excellent organizational, speaking, interpersonal and writing skills. The Outreach Director should feel comfortable speaking to large groups, managing teams, chairing committees, and working independently.

Salary/Benefits
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Application Process
Please submit a cover letter and resume by May 31, 2008, to:
Mrs. Patti Doyle
Administrative Manager
The Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition
PO Box 141
Southbury, CT 06488
Or via email to: pdoyle@pomperaug.org

You are also welcome to call Ed Edelson, Executive Director (203 267 1700) the Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition if you wish to learn more about the position.

The PRWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Executive Director - Full Time

Farmington River Watershed Association
Location: Simsbury, Connecticut
Posted on: 04/02/08

The Farmington River Watershed Association, based in Simsbury, CT, is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1953 with the mission to protect and preserve the natural resources of the 609 square-mile Farmington River Watershed. The mission is achieved through: research that establishes a comprehensive scientific understanding of watershed functions and health; education of the public, government and business communities about the importance of a healthy river system and our collective role in its protection; and advocacy at the local, state and federal level for policies and actions that ensure the long-term protection of our watershed resources. The organization is governed by a 17 person board of directors and is managed by a full-time executive director with current staff that includes three full-time and two part-time employees. The FY 07/08 budget is $325,100.

Job Description
The Executive Director is responsible for carrying out the initiatives of the Board of Directors and leads the Farmington River Watershed Association in fulfilling its mission. The Executive Director manages all aspects of the organization, including:

Strategic planning
Financial management, including budgeting and reporting
Staff and volunteer management, including job descriptions, evaluations, and salaries
Fundraising and funder relations
Membership development
Program development and oversight
Public and media relations
Publications
Liaison between staff and Board

The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors. Within the organization, the Executive Director coordinates the efforts of the staff, members, and volunteers. The Executive Director works cooperatively with the Farmington River Watershed Association’s partners, including local municipal staff and boards, other non-profit organizations, funders, local businesses, water utilities, consultants, legislators, and state and federal government agencies.

Qualifications
Education/Experience - The ideal candidate has five or more years professional experience in environmental planning or watershed management; and has a demonstrated understanding of local, state, and federal environmental policies; and regulations protecting rivers, aquifers and riparian lands. A graduate degree in non-profit administration, environmental policy, science, or natural resource management is preferred. Experience in the following areas is important: non-profit management, fundraising, volunteer organizing, board relations, financial management, budgeting, public relations and personnel management.

Motivation/Communications Skills – The Executive Director must demonstrate a commitment to the mission of the Farmington River Watershed Association. The successful candidate is a confident, creative self-starter and a team player with excellent organizational, speaking, and writing skills. The Executive Director should feel comfortable speaking to large groups, managing teams, chairing committees, and working independently.

The Farmington River Watershed
The 609 square-mile Farmington River Watershed is located west of the Connecticut River with its headwaters in Becket, MA. The 81 mile river flows through 16 municipalities in the two states emptying into the Connecticut River in Windsor, CT. The watershed is the sole source of drinking water for the greater Hartford region supplying almost 1/3rd of the state’s population with public water supply needs. In addition to having some of the finest fishing and boating opportunities in Connecticut, as well as being the primary watershed for the state’s Atlantic salmon restoration efforts, 14 miles of the river are designated as Connecticut’s only federal Wild & Scenic river segment. Today, a Congressionally-authorized Wild & Scenic River Study is being assembled on the Lower Farmington River and Salmon Brook (a key tributary) in partnership with 10 towns, the CT DEP, National Park Service, The Stanley Works, and others. Issues affecting long-term quality of the watershed’s natural resources include water diversion and allocation, stormwater runoff and impervious cover impacts, loss of habitat due to landscape fragmentation, and recreational usage.

Salary/Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, disability, and retirement.

Deadline
Open until filled.

Application Process
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references via regular mail or email to:

Search Committee
Farmington River Watershed Association
749 Hopmeadow Street
Simsbury, CT 06070

Email to EDSearch@frwa.org

FRWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

District of Columbia

Anacostia Riverkeeper - Full Time

Earth Conservation Corps
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Posted on: 05/08/08, closes 06/30/08

Earth Conservation Corps is a nonprofit youth development, environmental education and service organization located on the heavily polluted Anacostia River and in our nation’s most disadvantaged communities, Southeast/Southwest Washington, DC. Since 1989, we have successfully transformed the lives of DC’s “hardest to reach” youth aged 17 through 25 by incorporating a model of progressive leadership, focused education and environmental training into our programs and efforts to restore the Anacostia River.

Earth Conservation Corps seeks a full time Anacostia Riverkeeper to lead advocacy and enforcement initiatives associated with the Anacostia Riverkeeper Program.

General Description:

The Anacostia RIVERKEEPER is responsible for the management and implementation of the Anacostia RIVERKEEPER program to prevent pollution and habitat degradation of the Anacostia River and its watershed. The full-time position reports directly to the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Earth Conservation Corps. Additionally, the Anacostia RIVERKEEPER is responsible for:

Protecting the Anacostia River watershed from pollution and habitat degradation either by directly investigating, documenting, and reporting these activities and providing appropriate follow-up action or by managing other partner groups to do so;
Improving the health of the Anacostia River by strengthening the role of Anacostia RIVERKEEPER volunteers and community residents in the implementation of effective water quality policy and initiatives in order to achieve effective management that is sustainable over the long term;
Expanding and diversifying the constituency for a clean and healthy river by raising public awareness and articulating the threats facing the Anacostia River to citizens, legislators, policy makers, the media and funders;
Providing technical support as needed for existing advocacy, monitoring, lands conservancy, and restoration efforts being implemented by other environmental organizations in the region;
Prepare a strategy for continued funding of the program, including membership income and grant opportunities and appropriate promotional materials for the program;
Conduct ongoing overviews and assessments of existing local, state and federal authorities and responsibilities for monitoring and protecting the Anacostia River and review of scientific research, monitoring reports and other documentation of water quality.
Identify and collaborate with the many stakeholder groups within the Anacostia River watershed to build support for the RIVERKEEPER program and to increase public awareness of the key issues;
Establish a working relationship with legal counsel Attorneys including, Hope Babcock of the Georgetown Institute for Public Policy;

Special Conditions:

The RIVERKEEPER will begin training necessary for this position, including: US Coast Guard training, boat safety and operation, river ecosystems, urban stormwater management and water quality sampling. In addition, he/she will be apprenticed to establish RIVERKEEPER programs around the country for week-long training periods.
Upon completion of training, the Anacostia RIVERKEEPER is anticipated to spend 25 hours a week on the water or working in the watershed field, with the remaining time dedicated to outreach and administration of the program;
The RIVERKEEPER will keep a daily journal of activities on the Anacostia, detailing observations of potential environmental problems, cleanup activities, and water quality sampling and testing results. The RIVERKEEPER will provide a monthly synopsis of activities.
Provide training to disadvantaged youth from the community (Earth Conservation Corps members) that could lead to environmental careers;
Promote community involvement and dissemination of environmental information that will contribute to the achievement of environmental justice for the Anacostia community, empowering politically and economically disenfranchised communities to take control of their environment and actively work for its restoration;
Perform all other duties as assigned to further the mission of Earth Conservation Corps and Anacostia Riverkeeper

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

The Anacostia RIVERKEEPER must possess the capacity to identify, implement and manage long and short-term winning environmental campaigns on multiple specific and targeted water quality initiatives that will protect the Anacostia River for future generations.
The RIVERKEEPER should have environmental campaign management experience, preferably with a non-profit environmental advocacy organization. Additionally, a general knowledge of water quality science, law and policy is preferable. An understanding of grassroots organizations and activities, volunteer management, knowledge of political and legislative processes and experience working with multiple stakeholders is preferred. An advanced degree or equivalent experience in biology, hydro-geology, environmental studies, environmental law or a related field is required.
The RIVERKEEPER position requires effective communication and public relations skills. This individual is expected to be a compelling and articulate spokesperson for the Anacostia River. Additionally, the RIVERKEEPER is expected to lead and/or work with community groups, foundations, governmental agencies, individual homeowners and businesses to promote the protection and conservation of the Anacostia River. A proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders, negotiate effective environmental agreements and to meet budget constraints is required.

Illustrative Examples of Work:

Collaborate with the Board of Directors: Provide input to the board, the President/Chief Executive Officer and/or committees appointed by the board for development of long-range goals and annual objectives that ensure the Foundation remains focused primarily on the protection, preservation and restoration of the Anacostia River.
Director of Advocacy: Serves as a full-time public advocate for the Anacostia River and all its tributaries, by observing, documenting and reporting environmentally-harmful activity and instituting enforcement action or litigation when appropriate.
Community and Public Relations: Acts as the spokesperson for the Anacostia River at media events, public speaking engagements and Earth Conservation Corps fundraisers. Develop mutually beneficial networking relationships with environmental and community organizations throughout the basin.
RIVERKEEPER Program Management: Establish, prioritize, manage and coordinate initiatives including, permit review and comment preparation, hearing testimony, and special projects. Maintain an on-the-river presence utilizing volunteers and/or staff to investigate pollution sources, support monitoring efforts, and provide a platform for education and for raising public awareness. Manage the training and performance of all volunteers with goal of insuring the viability of the Citizen Watch RIVERKEEPER Program.Human Resources Management: With guidance from the President or Chief Executive Office, effectively manage the human resources that report directly to the RIVERKEEPER as identified on the Earth Conservation Corps organizational chart, including hiring, training, supervising, motivating and disciplining staff according to authorized personnel policies and procedures that fully confirm to current laws and regulations.
Assist Fundraising Efforts: Provide technical assistance and input as needed to assist the President or Chief Executive Office and/or Development Director and Development Officer with fundraising, including membership development, river event planning, as well as preparation of major grant proposals.
Provide Motivation and Leadership: Empower the Anacostia Collaborative, board and staff by engaging and connecting them to the Anaocostia River.

Professional Qualifications:

An experienced and effective advocate, preferably with experience developing and managing environmental campaigns.
An understanding of grassroots organizing, volunteer management, political and legislative processes is preferred.
Must have the ability to conduct rigorous investigations of pollution problems.
Must have knowledge of and experience with Federal and State environmental laws and regulations.
Strong skills in communicating difficult technical issues to lay audiences, including elected officials and the general public. Must be able to convincingly argue for often-controversial positions.
Good judgement and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Science background and field experience a plus.

How to Apply:

Send resume to Kellie Bolinder at kbolinder@ecc1.org

Campaign Staff/Field Manager - Full Time

Clean Water Action--National Office
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Posted on: 05/08/08, closes 07/05/08

Salary: $1,600-$3,000/month

The Organization:

Chesapeake Bay Foundation is the strongest, most effective environmental organization in the Chesapeake region

What We do:

We fight to protect our natural treasure, the Chesapeake Bay, and its surrounding environments, ecosystems and communities

We are currently hiring articulate and motivated individuals for our field outreach team. Daily job description includes:

Paid training on environmental and political issues
Regular briefings from our program staff
Door to door campaign education, membership recruitment, fundraising and political organizing

Field Manager Job description

All of the above plus:

Manage a team of 5-10 canvassers
Work with Canvass director to plan logistics of campaigns and daily operations
Help develop tranings and staff education
Benefits of joining our team of activists
Play an important role in protecting the Chesapeake Bay
Develop practical communication skills
Gain political experience, including fundraising and issue campaigning
Build your resume with one of the most respected non-profits in the country

Additional Qualifications:

Strong oral communication skills
Commitment to advancing the environmental movement
Motivation to work for progressive legislation
Political/canvassing experience is a plus

For our Field Manager openings:

Personnel management experience
Political organizing experience
Door to door fundraising experience is a major plus

How to Apply:

Andrew Grinberg
Citizens Campaigns Network
Field Canvass Director
4455 Connecticut Ave, NW
Suite A 300
Washington DC, 20008
202-895-0420 ext 107
agrinberg@cleanwater.org

Resource Economist on Coastal Ecosystems - Full Time

World Resources Institute
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Posted on: 04/22/08, closes 05/31/08

Resource Economist on Coastal Ecosystems

Salary: The position will be at the Research Analyst or Associate I level

Education: No requirement

Location: Washington, District of Columbia, 20002, United States

Type: Full time

Last day to apply: May 31, 2008

Last updated: April 22, 2008

Employment period: Start date: Spring 2008.

Position summary:

The People and Ecosystems Program (PEP) at the World Resources Institute (WRI) is seeking a natural resource economist to join a team working on economic valuation of coastal ecosystem goods and services in the Caribbean. The effort currently focuses on the valuation of coral reefs and mangroves in the Dominican Republic (DR), Jamaica , Belize and the eastern Caribbean , but could expand to other countries. The economist would contribute to the refinement of an economic valuation methodology and tool to guide valuation of coral reef and mangrove-associated goods and services, and would guide its implementation. WRI seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with good analytical skills. Experience in ecosystem valuation and competency in Spanish (oral and written) is essential.

The resource economist will report to the Senior Associate for Coastal Ecosystems and will be part of WRI's Mainstreaming Ecosystem Services Initiative (MESI). MESI's goal is to reduce ecosystem degradation by helping governments, businesses, and multilateral development banks integrate ecosystem services into their decision-making. It will achieve this by providing information and tools that connect healthy ecosystems with the attainment of economic and social goals and by creating economic and policy incentives for restoring and sustaining ecosystems.

Information on WRI's coastal ecosystem projects can be found at reefsatrisk.wri.org .

Major responsibilities:

The natural resource economist will work with partners in the Dominican Republic and Jamaica to:

obtain, review, summarize, and utilize published studies on economic valuation;
refine and adapt a coral reef and mangrove economic valuation methodology to the local context;
refine and improve an economic valuation tool to guide valuation;
provide training to local partners on the valuation methodology and tool;
collect data to support the valuations;
work with partners to implement the methodology;
develop a technical summary report on the valuation results;
develop materials for outreach to government officials and the public in the DR and Jamaica ;
communicate with project partners on project activities and upcoming events;
develop work plans for partner inputs to the project;
organize and implement workshops to obtain input on the valuation method, gather data, and review valuation results;
prepare reports to donors;
develop materials for the web
Other responsibilities will arise, depending upon project needs and staff aptitude.

Additional Qualifications:

This position requires a responsible, organized, innovative and adaptive individual with sound written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish, and good analytical abilities. Applicants should have a graduate degree in natural resource economics or marine and coastal economics, and an interest in coastal ecosystems.

Essential Characteristics and Skills:

Good knowledge of natural resource economics and valuation of ecosystem goods and services;
Solid organizational, analytical, and research abilities;
Good oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish;
Good math skills;
Ability to set priorities and achieve deadlines;
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances;
Patience and a sense of humor.

Other Desirable Skills:

Good knowledge of and interest in coastal ecosystems – particularly coral reefs and mangroves;
Knowledge of regional economics;
Experience in programming (such as Access, Macros, and HTML)
Knowledge of the Caribbean region and cultures.

How to Apply:

WRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is WRI's policy to recruit, hire, and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual preference, parental status, or disability. WRI only accepts resumes for current vacancies.

Qualified applicants only.

Candidates please send cover letter and curriculum vitae/resume to:

World Resources Institute
Attn: Emily Cooper
10 G Street, NE (Suite 800)
Washington, DC 20002
fax: 202/729-7798

email: ecooper@wri.org

Please, no phone calls.

Development Director - Full Time

Environmental Leadership Program
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Posted on: 03/05/08, closes 04/11/08

The Environmental Leadership Program (ELP) has an immediate opening for a Development Director to lead the creation and implementation of major gift and individual fundraising strategies. ELP is entering an exciting period of growth and seeks a talented individual eager to advance the organization’s ambitious growth plan. The Development Director will serve as part of the key senior management team responsible for moving the organization forward.

Background:

ELP is a national nonprofit organization that provides training and support to a network of more than 350 visionary, action-oriented, emerging environmental leaders. Through regional fellowship programs and a national community of alumni, ELP teaches emerging environmental leaders how to lead groups and institutions effectively, communicate with a broad public, and reach out to new political allies. ELP strives to create a community comprised of individuals working on a range of issues and from diverse backgrounds who can collaborate across the environmental field and beyond. ELP is committed to fostering a reflective, diverse environmental movement capable of responding to our complex social and environmental challenges. For more information about ELP’s work, please visit our website at www.elpnet.org.

Job Responsibilities

Lead all major donor research, cultivation, and solicitation;
Engage ELP’s Board of Trustees, Regional Advisory Committees and fellowship community in volunteer fundraising;
Expand and implement ELP’s annual appeal, electronic appeals, and individual donor communications;
Oversee tracking systems for pledges, gifts, grants, and donor acknowledgement;
Oversee the design, content, and use of all fundraising materials and newsletters;
Work with program staff to organize regional fundraising events for individuals and major donors.

Qualifications:

A highly motivated fundraiser with 3-5 years of experience in development, and at least two years experience with a proven track record in major gifts and individual fundraising.
Demonstrated success recruiting, motivating, and guiding volunteer fundraisers; Outstanding writing, editing, and public communication skills
Willingness to travel frequently;
A passion for environmental and social change issues;
Ability to work with people and institutions representing diverse ethnic, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds and sectors.

The Development Director will play a key role in significantly expanding ELP’s development efforts, both in the setting of strategic directions for fundraising and in the tactical implementation. ELP offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, with excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, and a retirement plan. ELP also offers a flexible, collegial workplace, a team atmosphere, and an opportunity to work with an extraordinary community of emerging leaders.

To apply, please send a cover letter and detailed resume via e-mail as Microsoft Word attachments to developmentdirector@elpnet.org by April 11, 2008. Please paste application cover letter in the text of your application email. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Email is preferred, but applications also can be mailed to:

Development Director Search
Environmental Leadership Program
1609 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20009

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

ELP supports diversity in all programs and staffing. We encourage you to provide details in your cover letter about the diverse perspectives you bring. People of color and individuals from other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Development and Communications Associate - Full Time

Environmental Leadership Program
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Posted on: 03/05/08, closes 04/18/08

The Environmental Leadership Program (ELP) has an immediate opening for a Development and Communications Associate to help implement ELP's fundraising and communications plan. ELP is entering an exciting period of growth and seeks a talented writer and communicator who can tell ELP’s story through print and digital publications, as well as grant-writing and reporting.

Background:
ELP is a national nonprofit organization that provides training and support to a network of more than 350 visionary, action-oriented, emerging environmental leaders. Through regional fellowship programs and a national community of alumni, ELP teaches emerging environmental leaders how to lead groups and institutions effectively, communicate with a broad public, and reach out to new political allies. ELP strives to create a community comprised of individuals working on a range of issues and from diverse backgrounds who can collaborate across the environmental field and beyond. ELP is committed to fostering a reflective, diverse environmental movement capable of responding to our complex social and environmental challenges. For more information about ELP’s work, please visit our website at www.elpnet.org.

Job Responsibilities
The Development and Communications Associate will:

Work cooperatively with the Executive Director and Development Director to research, cultivate and solicit foundation, corporate, and in-kind donors;
Develop ELP publications and fundraising materials with other communications and program staff, including electronic newsletters, annual reports, conference materials, and fellow spotlights;
Help build strong, long-term organizational relationships with foundations and corporate supporters;
Track pledges, gifts, grants, and donor acknowledgement;

Desired Qualifications:

Outstanding writing, editing, and public communication skills;
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and self-motivation;
Experience with desktop publishing software, including InDesign and Photoshop
A great instinct for story-telling and fundraising;
Two years of nonprofit fundraising or communications experience;
Ability to work flexibly with a collaborative team of ten staff members;
A passion for environmental and social change issues;
Ability to work with people and institutions representing diverse ethnic, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds and sectors.

ELP will devote significant energy to development and communications efforts over the next several years. The Development and Communications Associate will play a critical role in that effort. ELP offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, and a retire