Program Officer, Forests–Washington, DC
Organization: World Wildlife Fund
Job Title: Program Officer, Forests
Location: Washington, DC
Hours and Compensation: Full time
Application Deadline: May 31
Posted on: May 11
Description
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the worlds leading conservation organization, seeks a Program Officer for Forests. The Program Officer works under the supervision of the Managing Director and as part of the WWF-US Forests team, supporting the Global Forest & Trade Network-North America (GFTN-NA) project and other related Forests initiatives. Functions include managing or assisting with selected company relationships focused on responsible wood and paper sourcing; synthesizing relevant forest product, species, sector and company data; supporting WWF engagement with US government on relevant forest policy issues; researching and drafting comments on forest certification standards and policies; producing communications materials and reports; drafting funding proposals; organizing events; representing WWF at relevant internal and external forums; and completing other tasks as defined by the Managing Director.
Responsibilities
1.Relationship Management. Manages or assists in management of relationships with North American companies to secure and maintain their commitment to responsible sourcing of forest products. Reviews and provides technical assistance to GFTN-NA company participants on forest product purchasing policies, baseline assessments, country/species sourcing risks, action plans, target-setting, and progress reports. Assists with outreach to other North American forest product buyers about responsible wood and paper sourcing.
2.Research and Data Management. Monitors and analyzes information relevant to global forestry issues, forest-related policies, and forest certification. Collects and synthesizes data on US trade of forest products, with a focus on products and species linked to WWF Priority Places. Manages data on GFTN-NA company participants and progress.
3.Advocacy. Supports WWFs engagement as a member of the Forest Stewardship Council, the US Green Building Council, and High Conservation Value Resource Network. Reviews and prepares comments on standards and policies. Supports WWF-US engagement of US Government on forest trade related policy. Keeps relevant WWF staff apprised of certification and USG-related policy developments. Solicits, coordinates, and synthesizes input from WWF staff to inform WWF-USs position on policies and standards.
4.Communications. Produces or assists with production of Forests communications materials, including articles, brochures, website updates, and PowerPoint presentations. Maintains updated Forests program contacts list. Responds to general information requests from internal and external sources.
5.Reporting. Summarizes data on Forests program activities into reports for internal and external audiences.
6.Events and Meetings. Organizes meetings, workshops and special events. Represents WWF-US at workshops, stakeholder meetings and conferences on issues of relevance to the Forests program.
7.Fundraising, Grants and Contracts. Assists with research and proposal-writing. Drafts and manages selected contracts and grants.
8.Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
1.A Bachelors degree plus five years experience, OR a graduate degree and two years of experience is required.
Bachelors or Masters should be in relevant fields of study such as: forestry, natural resources management, supply chain management, forest products procurement, environmental science, conservation policy, international development or a related field.
Work experience is required in one or more of the following: forest products trade and related environmental, social and economic issues, forest management, forest certification, forest policy, supply chain management, forest product procurement, corporate environmental responsibility, biodiversity conservation, environmental management, international conservation.
2.Demonstrated knowledge of global forestry issues and forest product sectors.
3.Demonstrated ability to effectively accomplish projects independently and as a team member.
4.Strong time management and organizational skills 5.Ability to prioritize and complete multiple activities with minimal supervision.
6.Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to tailor written and verbal communications to many different audiences.
7.Ability to quickly research and synthesize complex issues in a compelling way.
8.Demonstrated competence with word processing (MSWord), MS PowerPoint, spreadsheet construction (MSExcel), database management, web-based research.
9.Fluency in written and spoken English required.
How to Apply
To apply for the job please visit http://www.worldwildlife.org/careers, job # 12111, and submit cover letter and resume BY MAY 31st.
Due to the high volume of applications we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone.
