Organization: Resource Assistance for Rural Environments of Oregon
Position Title: Project Coordinator
Location: Eugene, OR
Hours & Compensation: $1,500/Month, Educational Award of $5,550
Application Deadline: April 25, 2014
Job Description:
The Resource Assistance for Rural Environments (RARE) AmeriCorps Program seeks to serve Oregon’s rural communities through economic and community development and natural resource planning. Housed in the University of Oregon’s Community Service Center, we aim to link the energy, expertise of our members with the planning and public policy needs of Oregon’s rural communities.
Our mission is to assist Oregon’s resource-dependent rural communities while providing supported, applied experience to graduate level students from across the US. RARE members live in rural communities for eleven months and serve cities, counties, non-governmental organizations or state agencies to improve economic and environmental conditions in rural Oregon. The RARE AmeriCorps Program is now in its 20th year; over the years we have placed more than 400 volunteers and served nearly every Oregon County.
Duties
Each RARE member focuses on community specific projects that fall within the following focus areas: downtown development, public health, transportation planning, community education, economic development, land use planning, food systems planning, and natural resources planning. For more information about the types of work our members take on, click here.
Qualifications
RARE members are required to be either U.S. citizens or permanent U.S. residents. In addition, you will need to hold a Bachelor’s Degree and demonstrate six months applied community experience as well as coursework or equivalent experience in three or more of the following areas: planning or statistical analysis, planning or economic theory, project management, community or economic development, environmental planning, geographic information systems and grant writing. For more information about eligibility and our selection process, click here.
How to apply:
If you are interested in applying to RARE, please complete our Member Application Process. Applications for 2014-2015 are being accepted now for a September placement. Member Application Process Please complete the following steps:
- Step 1: Download the 2014-2015 RARE Application Form by clicking here:http://csc.uoregon.edu/rare/member/apply-now
- Step 2: Populate the RARE Application Form. Please make sure to adequately answer each of the five essay questions included in the RARE Application Form
- Step 3: Please include an electronic version of your professional resume in your RARE Application Form When you have completed the application packet save and send as a Word document to [email protected] in the format: LastName_part_ap_14-15. If you have problems or need assistance, please send us an email or call (541) 346-2879. Completed applications must be emailed (send as an attachment) to the RARE office no later than 5pm April 25, 2014.
Organization: Bayard Advertising
Position Title: Senior Associate, U.S. Oceans, Northeast
Location: Washington, DC.
Hours & Compensation: Full time
Application Deadline: Not listed.
Job Description:
The Pew Charitable Trusts is driven by the power of knowledge to solve today’s most challenging problems. Pew applies a rigorous, analytical approach to improve public policy, inform the public and stimulate civic life.
We are an independent nonprofit organization – the sole beneficiary of seven individual trusts established between 1948 and 1979 by two sons and two daughters of Sun Oil Company founder Joseph N. Pew and his wife, Mary Anderson Pew.
Our work lays the foundation for effective policy solutions by informing and engaging citizens, linking diverse interests to pursue common cause and insisting on tangible results. Our projects encourage efficient, responsive governments – at the local, state, national and international levels – serving the best interests of the people. We partner with a diverse range of donors, public and private organizations and concerned citizens who share our interest in fact-based solutions and goal-driven investments to improve society.
With offices in Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Brussels and London and staff in other regions of the United States as well as Australia, Pew provides an exciting learning environment and the opportunity to work with highly talented individuals. We are a dynamic, rapidly evolving organization that values creativity and innovative thinking and fosters strong teamwork with mutual respect.
Environment
For the past two decades, Pew has been a major force in educating the public and policy makers about the causes, consequences and solutions to some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Our work is focused on reducing the scope and severity of three major global environmental problems:
- Dramatic changes to the Earth’s climate brought about by the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases in the planet’s atmosphere;
- The erosion of large terrestrial wilderness ecosystems that contain a great part of the world’s remaining biodiversity; and,
- The destruction of the world’s marine environment.
U.S. Oceans, Forage Fish Conservation Initiative
Conserving abundant populations of forage fish species is necessary to ensure the long-term health and productivity of marine ecosystems. Accordingly, the U.S. Oceans, Northeast campaigns will promote a precautionary, ecosystem-based approach to the management of the region’s forage fish species at the New England and Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Councils and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission.
Position Overview
The Senior Associate, Policy will conduct technical and policy research and analysis to support the Northeast forage fish conservation work of Pew and help to communicate the results to the general public, fishery stakeholders and policy makers, by drafting testimony, correspondence, policy statements, white papers and reports. In addition, this person will engage with policy makers and other stakeholders, and represent Pew at the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council, Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC), associated advisory panels and scientific committees, and with Congress and federal and state agencies.
This position reports to the Manager, U.S. Oceans, Northeast, and is located in Pew’s Washington, DC office. It is expected that this position is for a term period through September 30, 2014, with the possibility of an extension pending the success of the program, funding sources and board decisions on continued support.
Job Requirements
- Research and analyze:
- Regional fishery management council scoping documents; draft fishery management plan amendments, and proposed and final implementing regulations.
- Regional council, ASMFC and National Marine Fisheries Service reports, white papers, technical memoranda and other documents that influence the regional decision-making process.
- The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act and other applicable federal laws and regulations to become fluent in those relevant to the regional fishery management council decision-making process and the goals of this campaign.
- Proposed federal legislation, regulations and other actions that may affect the ability of the campaign to achieve its goals.
- Other appropriate information and data on all aspects of fish conservation and fisheries management that are the subject of this campaign, including scientific literature and other sources of information on the biology and ecology of managed fish and related species, their habitats and environments and the sociological and economic characteristics of the fisheries.
- Describe, summarize, synthesize and interpret the results of the above research and analysis to prepare campaign policy statements, fact sheets, testimony, correspondence, white papers, web content and reports.
- Represent Pew before the Mid-Atlantic Council and ASMFC, associated advisory and scientific committees and panels, the National Marine Fisheries Service, northeast state governments, Congress and the media.
- Maintain regular contact and coordination with the other regional fisheries campaigns within Pew’s U.S. fish team and participate in U.S. fish team calls and/or in-person meetings, as appropriate.
- Provide general support to Pew’s Northeast fisheries campaign team as requested.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, marine science, environmental policy or related field required; advanced degree and expertise in marine issues, particularly with fisheries management, preferred.
- A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in the environmental and public policy arena.
- Demonstrated strong analytical skills, including an ability to synthesize large amounts of information and to focus quickly on the essence of an issue.
- Excellent written and oral communications skills, including an ease in communicating complex ideas for a general audience.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and manage productive relationships with staff, consultants, partners, stakeholders in the management process and others. Ability to establish credibility quickly and to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external parties.
- A detail-oriented style with a focus on results. Ability to meet multiple deadlines by maintaining a high level of organization. Ability to develop and move projects forward with independence and autonomy, yet working in a cooperative spirit on a multi-disciplinary team.
- Available outside normal business hours when essential to organizational or campaign priorities.
- A demonstrated passion for ocean and fish conservation.
Travel
The individual in this position will travel frequently (one to two weeks per month) throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, including occasional trips, as necessary, to Pew’s Boston, MA office.
Pew is an equal opportunity employer.
How to apply:
PI71754476
Organization: Grassroots Campaigns. Inc.
Position Title: Regional Director for National Political Consulting Firm
Location: San Diego, CA. Los Angeles, CA. Seattle, WA. Denver, CO. Chicago, IL.
Hours & Compensation: Full time. Commensurate with experience.
Application Deadline: Not listed.
Job Description:
About GCI: Grassroots Campaigns, Inc, or GCI, is a consulting firm that runs face-to-face mobilization campaigns on behalf of progressive nonprofit, political, and humanitarian organizations such as the ACLU, Planned Parenthood, Oxfam, the Sierra Club, and the national Democratic Party. Our core expertise is launching national small donor fundraising and membership recruitment drives using site-based and door-to-door canvassing. We also run voter registration drives, get-out-the-vote campaigns, and grassroots lobbying efforts. GCI currently has active field offices in 20+ cities around the U.S. The hard work done by our teams on the ground advances our partners’ ability to create change on issues like LGBT equality, fighting hate groups, lifting people out of poverty, and curbing climate change. GCI was founded in 2003, and our principals have a combined 100+ years of organizing experience.
Position Summary: Each “region” of the GCI canvassing operation consists of six field offices. Each office is run independently by a Canvass Director, which will have bottom-line responsibility for setting up and maintaining the office, personnel, and performing the work for the client. A typical office will employ, on average, between 15 and 50 canvassers over the course of a year, and will have annual goals of contacting 65,000 citizens, identifying 10,000 members, and raising $365,000 for our partner organizations. Therefore each region will typically have goals of identifying 60,000 members and raising nearly $2.2 Million per year. The Regional Director’s primary job is to recruit, train, develop and support the Canvass Directors in their region, so that each local directing team succeeds and the region as a whole exceeds its overall campaign goals. The Southern California Regional Director will be based in Los Angeles and will work with offices in Greater LA, Orange County, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and potentially 1-2 offices in other states.
Qualifications: Candidates must have strong leadership and communication skills, and experience managing field campaigns and/or face-to-face small donor fundraising operations is strongly preferred. Verbal, analytical and persuasive skills must be strong, and candidates must be able to work with great autonomy. Regional Directors must be able to develop the best campaign strategy and tactics, and have the ability to effectively work with staff both in person and over the phone. Candidates must have a commitment to progressive change, great work ethic and professionalism. 2-4 years of campaign management experience required. This position requires extensive travel and campaign hours.
Job Responsibilities: • Maximize Performance of Region: Meet and exceed goals for # of canvassers, # of citizen contacts, fundraising results and overall campaign product • Recruit, evaluate, and hire potential Canvass Directors and Assistant Directors • Train Canvass Directors and Assistant Directors, both in the field and through periodic regional and national trainings • Report and discuss regional performance weekly with National Canvass Director • Ensure each office in region adheres to GCI’s agreements with our partner groups • Ensure each office in region meets all legal and administrative obligations and has well-organized systems • Meet personal fundraising requirements (1-2 days of canvassing per week) • Serve as a liaison with partner groups for campaign performance, visits, briefings, and materials • Do outreach and networking to local political and non-profit decision-makers to generate new potential projects • Roll out new initiatives and national priorities to Canvass Directors in region • Provide input to national management staff and participate in leadership discussion about management strategies and priorities
Work Environment: Based in one of our field offices, but fast-paced with significant time in the field. Regional Directors should expect to be travelling 60% of the time to do on-site visits with region. We have field offices and partner groups across the country, so communicating with internal and partner staff from afar will be common. A typical workday might involve a planning meeting with several office directors, a training session with local canvass staff, a call to evaluate national performance with our leadership team, and canvassing and observation in the field.
Location: Los Angeles strongly preferred. (San Diego may also be considered).
Salary/Benefits: Commensurate with experience.
How to apply:
To Apply: Click the apply button below or email Christina Colaizzo at [email protected]with your resume, cover letter and references. Please include “Regional Director: Craigslist” in the subject line.
Position Title: Multi-Program Intern
Location: Oakland, CA.
Hours & Compensation: 3 months, 12 hour/week minimum commitment; $250 monthly stipend for travel
Application Deadline: February 28, 2014
ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION
As You Sow is a nonprofit organization that promotes environmental and social responsibility through corporate dialogue, shareholder advocacy, and innovative legal strategies. Founded in 1992, we are one of the nation’s leading practitioners of shareholder advocacy, moving companies to take greater responsibility for the social and environmental impact of their operations. We mobilize investor coalitions, engage in dialogue with companies, provide technical consulting, file shareholder resolutions, and conduct unique shareholder solicitation initiatives to raise awareness and promote more responsible corporate behavior.
POSITION SUMMARY
As the Multi-Program Intern, you will have the opportunity to support a range of As You Sow environmental corporate responsibility initiatives, including Climate Change, Hydraulic Fracturing, Product Packaging, GMOs, and Nanomaterials in Food, as well as assisting on projects in our Development and Communications departments. Programmatic responsibilities include research on corporate sustainability policies and practices, environmental regulations facing coal-fired utilities and the fossil fuel industry, Fracking best practices, company profiles for Prop 65 litigation, as well as communications-related research. You may also assist our Development Department through foundation prospecting, grant proposal research, and other development related projects. Through this internship, you will gain insight into each of our program areas and how nonprofits operate.
Responsibilities:
- Research corporate policies and practices related to Program needs
- Research environmental regulations
- Compile company profiles including reading 10k’s and other SEC filings
- Social media support
- Foundation and grant research
- Participate and take minutes on calls
- Other projects/tasks as they arise
Qualifications:
- Be pursuing an undergraduate degree
- Be facile in internet research
- Have background and/or interest in environmental issues
- Have excellent research, analysis, writing, and communication skills
- Be comfortable reviewing reports and sifting through information
- Have the ability to organize and prioritize work
- Have strong organizational and time management skills
- Have excellent attention to detail
- Have a strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and committed to excellence
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
STATUS
3 months, 12 hour/week minimum commitment; $250 monthly stipend for travel; school credit where available.
LOCATION
As You Sow’s Oakland offices at 1611 Telegraph Ave., Suite 1450, Oakland, CA (between 19th St. and 12th St. City Center BART stops).
HOW TO APPLY:
We encourage all applicants to review our website before applying. Please send your resume and cover letter containing a brief memo of interest to[email protected]. Please include “Multi-Program Intern” in the subject line of your email.
We thank all applicants for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Organization: Institute for Transportation & Development Policy
Position Title: United States & Africa Program Intern
Location: New York, NY.
Hours & Compensation: Stipend of $600/ month
Application Deadline: Not listed.
Internship Description:
The Institute for Transportation & Development Policy (ITDP) is a not-for-profit organization based in New York City with offices in Mexico City, Sao Paulo, Guangzhou, Ahmedabad, Jakarta, and Bogota. ITDP works to promote environmentally sustainable and socially equitable transportation policies and projects around the world, with an emphasis on developing countries. ITDP’s programs focus on bus rapid transit, cycling and walking, travel demand management, parking, and urban revitalization. More information about ITDP can be found at www.itdp.org.
ITDP is seeking an Intern to work in the New York City office with the United States and Africa programs. The intern will work closely with all members of the team to assist with technical reports for cities planning BRT corridors in the United States and Africa.
Duties and Responsibilities -Work with team to provide technical assistance to cities planning BRT systems in the United States and Africa -Assist with data processing in MS Excel -Assist with data modeling in TransCAD -Help display data in ArcGIS -Assist with preparation of files (Word docs and images) for technical reports -Conduct research on BRT systems
Qualifications
-Current undergraduate or graduate student with interest or experience in sustainable transport
-Experience working in a fast-paced office and ability to multi-task
-Strong writing and communications skills
-Strong internet research skills
-Must be organized and detail-oriented
-Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
-Proficiency in ArcGIS
-Proficiency in TransCAD, EMME, or other traffic modeling software
-Adobe Design Suite experience preferable
-Must be able to work at least 12–15 hours a week in our New York office, with some flexibility to work some of those hours off-site. Hours are flexible between 9am and 6pm.
-Interviews will be conducted in mid-February, start date in late February. Must be able to commit through end of May
-Stipend of $600 a month
How to apply:
Please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to[email protected] with United States & Africa Programs Intern in the subject line. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled. No phone calls please.
Organization: American Littoral Society
Position Title: Deputy Director
Location: Highlands, NJ
Hours & Compensation: $50-65,000/year
Application Deadline: March 1, 2014
Job Description:
An established and successful coastal conservation and advocacy non-profit organization dedicated to caring for the coast seeks a Deputy Director.
The position is a full-time salaried role and located in Highlands, NJ
Founded in 1961, the American Littoral Society’s mission is promote the study and conservation of marine life and its habitats, protect the coast from harm, and empower others to do the same.
We do this through conservation, advocacy, research and restoration, education.
For more information, please visit www.littoralsociety.org
The American Littoral Society has been growing steadily and is now seeking to secure and continue that growth. The board and executive director (ED) are looking for a mission-focused, seasoned, strategic, and process minded leader with experience scaling an organization, leading a management team, and developing a performance culture among a group of diverse, talented individuals. The Deputy Director (DD) must be a leader who is able to help others at the American Littoral Society deliver measurable, cost-effective results that make the vision a reality. Importantly, the successful DD will have the skills, sensitivity, and personal confidence to tap into the power that each member of the team brings to this mission. While it is essential that the DD bring efficient and effective systems to increase the productivity of the organization, is it also critical that the team retain the creative spark that drives the Littoral Society concept.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Executive Director, the DD will lead all internal operations and will have the following responsibilities:
- Working in partnership with the Board of Trustees and the ED, create the strategic five-year plan and implement new processes and approaches to achieve it
- Serve as the internal leader of the organization:
- Coordinate the annual operations plan and budget
- Lead the performance management process that measures and evaluates progress against goals for the organization
- Provide for all staff a strong day-to-day leadership presence; bridge national and regional operations and support an open-door policy among all staff
- Lead and manage the organization’s program managers:
- Work with the national board of directors: present to the board at quarterly meetings and serve on several board committees
- Serve in the place of the Executive Director, as needed
Key Qualifications:
As a prerequisite, the successful candidate must believe in the core values of the Society and be driven by the mission. The candidate should demonstrate a passion for breaking new ground to lead social change. Beyond that, we are seeking a candidate that has proven experience in scaling a multi-site organization and a demonstrated ability to both lead and build the capabilities of a driven, bright, diverse team. As noted, this is an organization driven by the values of its people, so experience in managing a values driven organization will be highly prized.
Additional requirements are:
Results: proven track record of exceeding goals and a bottom-line orientation; evidence of the ability to consistently make good decisions through a combination of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; high level of business acumen, including successful P&L management and the ability to balance the delivery of programs against the realities of a budget; Problem solving, project management, and creative resourcefulness
Capacity Building: ability to effectively build organization and staff capacity, developing a topnotch workforce and the processes that ensure the organization runs smoothly
Leadership and Organization: exceptional capacity for managing and leading people; a team builder who has experience in scaling up organizations; ability to connect staff both on an individual level and in large groups; capacity to enforce accountability, develop and empower topnotch leaders from the bottom up, lead from the top down, cultivate entrepreneurship, and learn the strengths and weaknesses of the team so as to put people in a position to succeed
Action Oriented: enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available; not afraid to take charge of a situation; can overcome resistance to leadership and take unpopular stands when necessary
General Management: thorough understanding of finance, systems, and HR; broad experience with the full range of business functions and systems, including strategic development and planning, budgeting, business analysis, finance, information systems, human resources, and marketing
Solid educational background: undergraduate degree required; MBA or similar advanced degree highly desired
How to apply:
Fax or email a resume and cover letter by March 1, 2014 . No telephone calls please. The salary range for this position is $50-65,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits package, including health benefits, included.
Deputy Director
American Littoral Society, 18 Hartshorne Drive, Suite 1, Highlands, NJ 07732
Email: [email protected] Fax: 732.888.9873
www.littoralsociety.org
Position Title: National Field Director – Global Trade Watch
Location: Washington DC.
Hours & Compensation: Full time
Application Deadline: Not listed.
Job Description:
Public Citizen seeks a strategic and experienced organizing professional to serve as National Field Director for our Global Trade Watch (GTW) division. The National Field Director plays an integral role in developing GTW’s overall strategy, while leading our field operation. The job involves working closely with other senior-level GTW staff, including the GTW Director and Deputy Director, the International Campaigns Director, the Research Director and Communications Officer to develop winning strategies and campaigns. The National Field Director oversees a small organizing staff, sometimes amplified by short-term contractors and field interns, and coordinates with the organizing staff and grasstops leadership of national and state-level ally organizations.
General Description:
The Field Director develops and implements national grassroots strategies and campaigns to support GTW’s initiatives, supervises the organizing staff, serves as primary liaison with the national Citizens Trade Campaign (CTC) coalition for campaign coordination, and coordinates with the GTW international campaigns, research and communications operations.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Work with GTW lobbyists, research and communications staff to plan, develop and implement national issue campaigns.
- Supervise the work of GTW’s field staff, including creating and implementing professional development and work plans that ensure organizers’ success.
- Work with national coalition partners to plan joint strategies on legislative initiatives and campaigns, and, where appropriate, take the lead role in implementing and supervising the campaign plan.
- As assigned, work with the Citizens Trade Campaign to coordinate field work, including, as agreed by the GTW and CTC Directors, supervising specific CTC-paid regional contract organizers and consultants for work such as local coalition building, lobbying efforts, press outreach and special events.
- Phone work and regular travel to build networks and motivate local organizations and coalitions through public speaking, media appearances, strategic planning and training.
- Work with communications staff and Deputy Director to develop and supervise management of state and local media strategies, including new media, free and earned media events, media contacts, editorial mailings, talk radio alerts, and op-ed placement.
- Develop (and oversee other organizers’ development) of organizing materials, issue updates, action alerts, and media materials needed to implement issue campaigns.
- Design online strategies to build lists, motivate action and, in coordination with press staff, help elevate GTW’s online presence.
- Prepare and recommend budgets and staffing patterns for field activity based on campaign goals.
- Supervise the maintenance of national coalition, key contact, and state databases, and build and maintain relationships with key grasstops allies.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Education: College degree preferred – equivalent experience may be substituted. Formal organizer training preferred.
- Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of legislative strategies and advocacy techniques, organizing, and building organizational capacity. Working knowledge of trade a plus.
- Work Experience: Four to eight years of field organizing for legislative and/or electoral campaigns on the state and/or national level. Significant supervisory and training experience.
- Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal, supervisory strategic planning and training skills; excellent media skills; good computer skills; familiarity with database programs helpful.
- Capabilities: Ability to work well with a wide range of people, work well under pressure, and adapt to changing situations on a daily basis.
- Conditions: Long hours possible when Congress is in session; travel required; and climbing two flights of stairs is necessary.
People of color, women and LGBT candidates are encouraged to apply.
About Public Citizen’s Global Trade Watch:
Public Citizen is a national, nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1971 to represent the public interest in Congress, the executive branch and the courts. We fight for openness and democratic accountability in government; for social and economic justice in globalization and trade policies; for clean, safe and sustainable energy; for strong health, safety and environmental protections; for safe, effective and affordable medicines and health care; and for the right of consumers to seek redress in the courts. We have offices in Washington, D.C., and Texas.
The mission of Public Citizen’s Global Trade Watch division is to ensure that in this era of globalization, a majority in America and around the world have the opportunity to enjoy economic security; a clean environment; safe food, medicines and products; access to quality affordable services such as health care; and the exercise of democratic decision-making about the matters that affect their lives.
Public Citizen started working on globalization and “trade” issues in 1991 when we recognized that this was necessary simply to remain effective advocates for the public health, consumer safety, environmental and economic justice goals Public Citizen had promoted over decades. Motivating this strategic initiative was our realization that today’s international commercial agreements, such as the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), were no longer mainly about trade per se. Rather, these far-reaching agreements were backdoor delivery mechanisms to implement an expansive, enforceable package of nontrade policies – limits on financial regulation and food safety, new monopoly patent rights over medicines and seeds that limit access, new investor rights that promote job offshoring and subject public interest policies to attack, and more. This corporate-led version of globalization is designed to limit governments’ role in regulating the economy and to eliminate many of the public-interest safeguards Public Citizen and like-minded organizations and activists had won over decades. And it shifts decision-making on matters previously determined in national, state and local venues to international bodies where those affected by the decisions have no meaningful role.
Since its inception in 1995, GTW has been a leader in popularizing the globalization and trade debate by connecting these seemingly arcane policies to people’s everyday experiences – and helping people make a difference in the future of globalization by giving them the tools they need to educate their communities, hold Congress accountable for policy choices and hit the streets to protest. GTW works with diverse national and international coalitions. For more information, please see our websites: www.tradewatch.org andwww.exposethetpp.org
Send cover letter, resume and writing sample to[email protected].
Organization: Clean Water Action Colorado
Position Title: CO State Director
Location: Denver, CO
Hours & Compensation: Full time. $45,000 – 55,000/year
Application Deadline: February 21, 2014
Job Description:
Clean Water Action is seeking a full-time Colorado State Director. Clean Water Action (CWA) is a national citizens’ organization working for clean, safe, affordable water, prevention of health threatening pollution, creation of environmentally safe jobs and businesses, and empowerment of people to make democracy work. The Director hasoverall responsibility for leading and developing Clean Water’s work in Colorado, including fundraising, legislative and electoral campaigns, community and coalition organizing, policy development, research and public education programs. Five or more years of professional senior management experience in the non-profit sector, successful fundraising experience, and working with a professional canvass program desirable.
How to apply:
Send letter, resume, and salary requirements to[email protected].
Organization: Earth Innovation Institute
Position Title: Research/Program Assistant
Location: San Francisco, CA
Hours & Compensation: Full time.
Application Deadline: February 7, 2014
Job Description:
Earth Innovation Institute has an immediate opening for a Research & Program Assistant. The position will report to the Scientist and Program Manager for the Sustainable Tropics Initiative and the Sustainable Tropics Alliance supporting research, writing, editing of reports and manuscripts, project administration, plus occasional support to other projects that have a focus on South America. The successful candidate will also support research and management in other diverse areas to include, but not limited to, communications, institutional development and administration throughout the organization.
This is a full-time, entry-level, one-year temporary position ideal for a recent college graduate with education in Environmental Policy or Latin American studies who wishes to expand his or her knowledge and skills through a real-world experience in a non-profit environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with policy research and analysis with a focus on South America; contribute to the preparation, writing, editing and publication of research results/reports and manuscripts;
- Track policy-relevant research and current events related to low emissions rural development in South America and other regions as needed
- Contribute to maintaining communications with partners and collaborators located in country;
- Schedule meetings, prepare advance materials, and take meetings minutes;
- Coordinate travel and meeting arrangements and assist with logistics for events;
- Contribute to the development of grant proposals to support Earth Innovation Institute and the Sustainable Tropics Alliance;
- Assist with funder reporting requirements;
- Other duties as needed
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Position requires a bachelor’s degree in Policy, Environmental Studies, History, International Relations or Latin American studies or equivalent
- Intermediate proficiency of Spanish required; working knowledge of Portuguese a plus
- Excellent writing and editing skills including ability to communicate complex concepts and information to a range of different audiences;
- Strong motivation, personal initiative and commitment to excellence and results, as well as enthusiasm for research and analysis;
- Demonstrated interest in issues surrounding rural development and natural resource use and policy, particularly in Latin America;
- Highly organized, flexible; detail-oriented; able to balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines and anticipate needs; professional demeanor;
- Must demonstrate high degree of initiative and ability to perform under times of pressure;
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from a variety of disciplines, cultures, and backgrounds and experience living or working in a developing country desired; experience in community organizing in sustainability or policy issues a plus
- Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project and Work desired
- Knowledge of Earth Innovation Institute’s research and programs a plus
Location: San Francisco, CA
Application deadline: February 7, 2014
Desired start date: ASAP
Compensation: Full-time, exempt, temporary one-year position with competitive benefit package position. Compensation based on qualifications.
How to apply:
Application Instructions: Please send cover letter referencing Job# 02404THCMS14, resume and contact information for 3 references [email protected]. Please reference Job# 02404THCMS14in the subject line of the email.
Organization: Harris Rand Lusk
Position Title: Executive Director
Location: New York
Hours & Compensation: Full time.
Application Deadline: Not listed.
Background:
In July 2012, the National Park Service and the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation announced an agreement to form the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help restore and revitalize the Jamaica Bay and Rockaway parks. The Conservancy, which represents a partnership between the private sector, the National Park Service, and the City of New York, will advocate and fundraise for the parks as well as develop and implement programs and projects including sustainability and resiliency programs, like the newly formed Science and Resilience Institute, and wetland habitat restoration. Other initiatives include providing new recreational opportunities such as camping facilities and the development of a Visitors Center, which will help draw both residents and outside visitors to the new park. The Conservancy will also support the work of partner agencies in order to coordinate the disparate research and policy initiatives already underway in the Bay.
The Conservancy as an entity is now ready to develop a permanent organizational structure. As such, the Board of the Conservancy is seeking to hire its first Executive Director (“ED”). The ED will be responsible for developing an appropriate governance framework, the hiring of staff, as well as the execution of additional necessary contracts with the Institute and partner agencies.
The Position:
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director must be a dynamic leader and a self-starter who shares the Board’s commitment and vision of the opportunity. This leadership position is an exciting opportunity for a high-energy, entrepreneurial self-starter to play a transformative role in the future fabric of New York City. The ED will be the face of the Conservancy and serve as the lead spokesperson, fundraiser, strategic planner, and chief executive managing the organization and all of its programming.
The new Executive Director should have experience in large program management, public design and land use processes, environmental and sustainability issues, and/or parks and recreation, and must be able to demonstrate significant accomplishments and past successes. In addition, he or she must be an experienced fundraiser, a hands-on manager, a strategic thinker and planner, a problem solver and be able to respond to crises quickly and effectively. Most importantly, the ED must have the skills to lead efforts to build and mobilize a strong constituency for the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy.
Leadership and vision will be key. In addition, he or she must be equally comfortable in making presentations before corporate executives, elected officials, government agency administrators, and the public. He or she must be able to work closely with the Board and hire necessary staff to support the work of the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy. This person will also work closely with New York City government agencies, the National Park Service, and other partners’ staff to promote the work of the Conservancy. Lastly, he or she will be bright, diplomatic, analytical, of the highest integrity, and possess sound judgment as well as a sense of humor.
Specific responsibilities include:
• Serve as the main face of the organization, collaborating with and supporting the Board of Directors and staff to strategize on organizational goals.
• Develop and implement overall policies, as well as daily operational goals and objectives for the management of the Conservancy.
• Direct external relations and communications focusing on marketing, and public relations efforts including general promotions and brand management by overseeing the website, publications, and program literature.
• Manage fundraising operations and work closely with the Board on all public initiatives taken on behalf of the Conservancy.
• Manage strong relationships with the local community and stakeholders.
• Increase the visibility and understanding of the work and mission of the Conservancy.
• Develop new effective partnerships with corporations, foundations, networks and individuals to build the capacity.
• Implement and oversee the growth and strategic management of the organization.
• Monitor the impact and effectiveness of the Conservancy.
• Provide regular reports to the Board and attend their meetings.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline required; Master’s degree preferred.
● Executive level experience in operational management in the private, government, or nonprofit sector with significant administration, financial and fundraising responsibilities.
● Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to be a strong, team-oriented colleague in a programmatic environment; skilled manager and leader of staff at all levels.
● Power and presence to advocate successfully on behalf of the organization in the public and private sectors.
● Knowledge of New York City government and experience in developing relationships with key government agencies and individuals.
● Passion for parks and public spaces.
● Solid track record of fundraising among major donors, foundations, corporations, and sponsors.
● Commitment to the mission and goals of the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy.
● Self-starter with a bright and diplomatic attitude, strong issue resolution skills and advanced interpersonal and negotiation skills.
● Ability to work independently, prioritizing workflow to meet critical deadlines with attention to detail.
● Strong financial analysis and management skills.
● Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills are critical.
How to apply:
To Apply:
The Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy has retained the services of Harris Rand Lusk to conduct this search. Inquiries, nominations, and applications may be directed in confidence to:
Jack Lusk, Managing Partner
or
Anne McCarthy, Senior Director
Harris Rand Lusk
261 Madison Avenue, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10016
[email protected]
Organization: Oil Change International
Position Title: Energy Finance Campaign Director
Location: Washington DC.
Hours & Compensation: Full time. Commensurate with experience
Application Deadline: Not listed.
Position Title: Finance Campaign Director
Location: Washington, DC preferred (London, New York, or San Francisco eventually possible for the right candidate)
Reports to: Executive Director
Target Start Date: As soon as possible. Position is open until filled.
About the Position:
According to the International Energy Agency, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, and others, more than two-thirds of currently proven fossil fuel reserves must stay in the ground in order to avoid the most dangerous impacts of climate change. Given this increasingly scientifically-accepted reality, further expansion of fossil fuel reserves should be halted as soon as possible, and plans must be made to leave already known fossil fuels in the ground untouched.
Stopping the further expansion of fossil fuel reserves will require a sea change in the approach of governments, private financial actors – and the industry itself – to fossil fuel exploration and production. Ultimately, keeping current proven fossil fuel reserves in the ground will also require answering contentious questions of how the world will determine which reserves to leave unexploited.
But fossil fuel companies, particularly in the oil and gas sector, continue to invest billions annually in exploring for more reserves. Oil and gas companies are helped and encouraged by investors, who consider reserves growth a key metric indicator of future profitability. They are also helped by government subsidies some of which have been in place for a century.
The successful applicant will work with OCI’s Research and Campaigns teams to develop and implement strategies to encourage the finance sector to end its dependence on fossil fuel reserves growth and play a greater role in preventing climate disaster and financing a clean energy future. In the short term, this will involve focusing on stopping the most expensive, highest carbon reserves, such as the Arctic and tar sands.
Using OCI’s unique research and analysis capacity, which draws from multiple subscription data sources and years of experience working on energy and climate, the Finance Campaign Director will help develop our analysis of the sector to build a campaign and communications strategy that underpin multiple tactics that target both the finance sector and public institutions.
The Finance Campaign Director will lead our campaigns to get both private and public finance out of fossil fuel supply. This is a job for a smart, dedicated, creative and persistent activist who is not easily deterred by long odds.
About Oil Change International:
Oil Change International is a non-profit organization that campaigns to expose the true costs of fossil fuels and facilitate the coming transition towards clean energy. We’re a nimble, gutsy group that wages hard-hitting campaigns, grounded in solid and credible research, to push the energy industry towards an environmentally and socially sustainable future. We work together with a broad network of diverse allies, in the United States and globally, that are committed to identifying and overcoming political barriers to a clean energy transition and shifting the balance of power in the energy industry.
We are particularly focused on the North American energy boom and exposing its social and environmental impacts. We believe that an All of the Above energy policy is simply climate denial, in a new form. Internationally, we work to expose and end the massive public support going towards the fossil fuel industry as well.
Oil Change is now also expanding its work with the private investment community to highlight the financial risks associated with expanded fossil fuel exploration and the production of extreme fossil fuels.
Founded in 2005, Oil Change International now has more than 130,000 supporters, a creative, passionate and dedicated staff of nine. Known both for our credible, insightful research on the fossil fuel industry and our aggressive nonviolent campaign tactics, Oil Change is a talented group that continues to punch above its weight.
Roles and Responsibilities:
The Finance Campaign Director will:
- Develop and implement campaign strategies and tactics to discourage private investment in extreme fossil fuels and fossil fuel exploration and to end public fossil fuel subsidies;
- Work with other NGOs, the investment community, government officials, and other decision makers to expose and slow financial support to fossil fuels;
- Develop appropriate communications strategies to persuade decision makers that fossil fuels are a risky investment and that it is time to stop public support for the fossil fuel industry;
- Develop and cultivate champions to advance finance campaign messages and goals;
- Represent Oil Change International in various forums, and conduct old and new media outreach to amplify key messages;
- Participate in the senior management team of Oil Change International and help lead the organization in conducting effective campaigns and building capacity to meet the challenges faced by clean energy, good government, environmental and economic justice advocates.
Qualifications
- College degree or equivalent experience in economics, finance, public policy, or related field;
- 5 or more years of experience with advocacy efforts addressing finance, energy or climate change issues; and/or substantial experience working within the finance sector on energy;
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills;
- Strong attention to detail;
- Willingness to travel;
- Experience advancing messages with old and new media preferred.
Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus generous health, dental and retirement packages.
How to apply:
E-mail cover letter, resume and short writing sample to[email protected] with the subject heading “Finance Campaign Director.”
No snail mail applications or phone calls, please. Due to capacity constraints, we will only be able to reply to short-listed candidates.
Organization: theNextGeneration.org
Position Title: Public Relations Assistant
Location: San Francisco, CA
Hours & Compensation: Full time
Application Deadline: April 25, 2014
Job Description:
Are you looking for a way to put your Super Human organizational skills and your love of media and public relations to good use? Are you tired of working under the neon lights of a company that worries more about profit than purpose? Then take a close look at this job announcement—it may be the opportunity you’ve been searching for!
Next Generation—a scrappy and driven non-profit located in downtown San Francisco—seeks an Public Relations Assistant who will be on the front lines of some of the most exciting public policy and communications projects in the nation. You’ll be directly involved with senior members of the Next Generation team while interacting with dozens of high-level external partners. In other words, this is a killer, high-profile, mission-critical job at an organization tat knows how to have an impact while having a good time.
Among other duties, the Public Relations Assistant will have primary responsibility for managing the schedule of the Vice President and Director of Communications, as well as supporting the VP with correspondence among key partners, reporters, and other VIPs. The PR Assistant will also have primary responsibility for interacting with reporters engaged in our projects, maintaining related media lists, and coming up with creative ways to generate media coverage for Next generation, its leaders and partners.
We need you to be a creative, outgoing communicator with a mild case of OCD and a knack for bringing order from chaos.
Can you do it? We knew you could! Here’s a little more information about what you’ll need to do to land the job:
The public relations assistant at Next Generation has two primary responsibilities: The successful candidate will assist the Vice President/Director of Communications with a variety of administrative tasks, and will help manage media relations on behalf of Next Generation.
Assist the Vice President & Director of Communications (50%):
- Manage scheduling of meetings for the VP and prepare related materials
- Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders
- Respond to e-mails as required
- Help coordinate activities among other members of the communications team
- Help manage external vendors and draft statements of work, contracts, and related materials
- Maintain a current database of press and other contacts
- Help coordinate travel and related logistics
- Manage expenses, timesheets, and related administrative duties
Manage media relations (50%):
- Draft press releases, talking points, and related materials
- In coordination with PR consultants, help develop and manage press lists (database)
- Pitch reporters and secure interviews for Next Generation executives and project partners; manage follow up with reporters, provide requested materials, research, contact info etc.
- Help produce media events (some travel required)
The successful candidate will be a highly disciplined, detail-oriented self-starter who is comfortable with a mix of administrative and programmatic duties. He or she should be capable of juggling multiple priorities at once, have excellent written and oral communications skills, and the ability to distill complex information into short, easy-to-grasp concepts. The application process will include a writing test.
This is an entry-level position ideal for candidates with 1-2 years of experience in an executive assistant/junior public relations role.
About Next Generation
Next Generation promotes solutions to two of the biggest challenges confronting the next generation of Americans: The risk of dangerous climate change, and the threat of diminished prospects for children and families. Through the use of non-partisan research, policy development, and strategic communications, we identify strategies that help deploy clean, advanced energy technologies; we also work to ensure a level playing field from which today’s kids can build a brighter future.
Next Generation takes lessons learned from California, America’s largest, most populous state, and helps spread innovative ideas that can be enacted through public policy, private enterprise, families, and individuals. Learn more atwww.thenextgeneration.org.
How to apply:
Sound interesting? Then apply. In addition to your resume, please provide a cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the position and three references. Please send these materials in one PDF to [email protected] and refer to “Public Relations Assistant” in the subject line.
Next Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Organization: Montana Conservation Corps
Position Title: Veterans Green Corps
Location: Bozeman, MT
Hours & Compensation: $650 bi-weekly living stipend and $1,175 education award upon completion
Application Deadline: Not listed.
Job Description:
Montana Conservation Corps offers its Veterans Green Corps (program) in the summer. This is a great on the job training opportunity for veterans of OIF and OEF to learn the necessary skills to pursue jobs with public land agencies such as the USFS, NPS, USFWS, and BLM.
Participants receive:
$650 bi-weekly living stipend and $1,175 education award upon completion
300+ hours of fuels reduction training and practice
Overview of wildland fire behavior
Wildland fire and chainsaw training
Training as a wildland firefighter
First Aid and CPR certification
Network with land management employers
Instruction on applying for federal jobs with veteran and non-competitive options
The entire project is focused on fuels reduction so an interest in using chainsaws and crosscut saws is essential.
MCC’s Veterans Green Corps is based out of Billings, Montana (Eastern Wildlands Region) with project work in the Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge, Bridger-Teton National Forest, among several others. Participants will camp for the entire duration, so relocation is not necessary.
Veterans with an honorable discharge or general discharge – under honorable conditions are encouraged to apply.
Qualified individuals with disabilities and those from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals and are an equal opportunity employer.
– See more at: http://www.conservationjobboard.com/JobListingDetail.php?id=39361637&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+ConservationJobBoard+%28Conservation+Job+Board%29#sthash.jh01ron6.dpuf
How to apply:
apply to: [email protected]
Organization: Independent Diplomat
Position Title: Independent Diplomat Spring 2014 Internships.
Location: New York.
Hours & Compensation: 40 hours/week. Unpaid.
Application Deadline: February 20, 2014
Internship Description
Independent Diplomat seeks interns to start work in its New York office in March 2014.
Independent Diplomat (ID) is a unique non‐profit venture in the world of international relations, diplomacy and conflict prevention. Staffed by former diplomats, international lawyers and other experts in international relations, ID offers independent and confidential advice and assistance on diplomatic technique and strategy to governments, international institutions, non‐governmental organizations and political groups. Independent Diplomat currently has offices in New York, Washington DC, London, Brussels, Sydney, and Hargeisa.
ID internships provide an excellent opportunity to be closely involved in a fast‐paced international team working at the cutting edge of international affairs and diplomacy.
Internship Details
ID NY’s spring 2014 internships begin in March for a mutually agreed duration of four to six months. ID prefers that interns are available to work full-time during regular office hours.
ID operates as a dynamic team. Interns are expected to contribute across the broad spectrum of ID’s client work and geographical areas of focus. Interns’ work typically involves background research, media monitoring, and preparation of official visits as well as assistance with drafting of meeting reports, policy recommendations and diplomatic communications. Interns should also be prepared to assist with the smooth functioning of the ID office, including thorough contributions to general office administration and event organization.
Internships are voluntary and unpaid, but home-to-office travel expenses will be reimbursed. Independent Diplomat is not in a position to provide immigration support or visa sponsorship.
Qualifications
Required skills and experience
The successful candidates will be well organized, professional, and able to quickly digest and analyze complex information from a variety of sources. They will have strong knowledge of, and demonstrated interest in, international affairs and diplomatic relations, especially the United Nations and other international organizations. Above all, candidates should exhibit an enthusiasm for international diplomacy, conflict prevention and dispute resolution, as well as the mission of Independent Diplomat more broadly.
Previous office experience (either paid work or internships) is essential, as is the willingness and flexibility to fit in with a small and busy team. Fluency in English, excellent writing skills, strong IT and internet research skills, strong social media skills, and a detail-oriented approach to work are essential; fluency in other official UN languages, specifically Arabic and French, would be an advantage. Experience with website design/editing, HTML, graphic design or video editing would be helpful.
Given ID’s current operational priorities, the following attributes would be an advantage:
- Background and experience in climate change and energy, including:
- Understanding of the international policy framework on climate change, in particular negotiations under the UNFCCC;
- Familiarity with the workings of the UN;
- Understanding of major policy priorities for the large emitters, and for those countries most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change;
- Background in international law, international public policy, or international energy.
- Background and experience in the Middle East and North Africa including:
- A bachelor’s degree, with strong preference for a master’s degree (completed or in progress) in a related field;
- Knowledge of peace and security issues in the MENA region, particularly Western Sahara and Syria;
- Familiarity with the United Nations, in particular the structure and functions of the UN Security Council;
- Field experience in these regions would be a distinct advantage.
- Background and experience inInternational Lawincluding:
- A law degree
- An academic background in public international law, so as to assist in the development of the legal dimension of the diplomatic advice ID provides to its clients, and to enhance ID’s clients’ positions under international law
- General legal skills so as to assist with ID’s institutional obligations, including in co-operation with ID’s network of pro bono lawyers
- Familiarity with the workings of the HRC and ICC.
- Background and experience in External Relationsincluding:
- A bachelor’s degree, with strong preference for a master’s degree (completed or in progress) in International Relations, journalism, public relations, or a related field;
- Superior social networking skills and knowledge of and/or experience in social and traditional media;
- Prior experience researching individual donor prospects and grant funding opportunities;
- Proficiency with graphics programs, such as Adobe Photoshop, and interest/experience in basic Web coding are pluses;
- Excellent research and writing skills;
- The ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at one time.
How to apply
Please send (i) a CV or résumé (maximum two pages); (ii)a separate cover letter (maximum one page); and (iii) two short writing samples to [email protected]. Please include the words ‘New York Climate Internship – Spring 2014,’ ‘New York Legal Internship –Spring 2014,’ ‘New York MENA Internship –Spring 2014,’ or ‘New York External Relations Internship-Spring 2014’ in the email subject line, as applicable. Applications close at 5:00pm (Eastern Standard Time) on Thursday, 20 February.
The cover letter should:
- explain the reasons for your interest in an internship position with ID
- demonstrate your suitability for the role;
- indicate your preferred length of internship (no less than 4 months), and your availability to work full or part-time.
The résumé should include the names and contact details of two references, ideally an academic referee and a current or recent employer.
Due to a large expected number of applicants, we regret that we are unable to confirm receipt of applications, provide feedback to unsuccessful candidates, or pay travel expenses for interviews conducted in person in New York.
For further information about Independent Diplomat, please visit our website at: www.independentdiplomat.org
Organization: New York State Senator Daniel Squadron
Position Title: State Senator Daniel Squadron Seeks Summer Interns
Location: New York, NY.
Hours & Compensation: Unpaid
Application Deadline: April 4, 2014
Internship Description:
State Senator Daniel Squadron seeks student interns for his Manhattan Office. Senator Squadron is an aggressive champion of reform in Albany, affordable housing in New York City, a top-notch education system, investment in environmentally friendly transportation and full marriage equality, among other priorities. At 34, he is the second-youngest member of the New York State Senate. His district includes Lower Manhattan and parts of Brooklyn.
Each student intern in Senator Squadron’s office will work closely a member of his office staff on legislative research, scheduling, communications and media, correspondence, event planning and office management. Students will be exposed to various components of the Senate office, will attend hearings and meetings, and will participate in planning and strategy discussions with Senate staff and outside advocates, and participate in a large scale, data-driven group research project. Senator Squadron’s district offices are located at 250 Broadway in Manhattan (near City Hall) and in Brooklyn Borough Hall.
Note that while the internship is unpaid, we will happily accommodate students who seek to gain credit or outside funding.
Internships are unpaid and students are expected to work 10-15 hours weekly; students who commit more time will be given greater responsibility. A successful candidate is a self-starter who will be able to work at least three days per week, has strong writing, communicating and organizational skills, as well as a passion for government. Knowledge of or connections to the 26th Senate District are a plus.
Students who are interested in an internship with State Senator Daniel Squadron should send a cover letter and resume to Robert Young at[email protected]. Please make dates of availability clear in the cover letter.
Organization: Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE)
Position Title: Development Officer Internship
Location: P.O. Box 150, 1 Mile San Antonio Road, Punta Gorda, Toledo, Belize
Hours & Compensation: 40 hours/ week. Unpaid
Application Deadline: Not listed
Internship Description:
Development officer internship at the Toledo Institute for Development and Environment, Belize
The Toledo Institute of Development and Environment (TIDE) is a Belizean NGO working to protect some of the most pristine coastal and marine ecosystems in Central America, including the healthiest coral reef in the whole Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System. TIDE works by building local capacity for conservation and fostering community participation in sustainable management of natural resources.
TIDE is one of the leading conservation organizations in the region and is pioneering new approaches, including the first implementation of a managed access fishery policy in the Mesoamerican Reef as well as an award-winning environmental education and sports competition, the “TIDE Freshwater Cup”.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a volunteer development officer to join the development team at TIDE. This important role will involve the following duties:
– Designing conservation and sustainable development projects in collaboration with program staff, development team and stakeholders.
– Researching prospective funding opportunities.
– Writing funding proposals and securing funds from statutory funders, private foundations and individuals.
The successful candidate will possess the following skills and qualities:
– Excellent writing, organizational and inter-personal skills.
– A passion for the natural world and biodiversity conservation.
– A good quality bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
– A sound understanding of conservation and development issues.
– A good understanding alternative livelihoods in the tropics.
– Initiative, energy, enthusiasm and creativity.
– Willingness / ability to commit to a minimum of six months unpaid work.
The following would be desirable:
– Experience in a fundraising role.
– Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field.
– Experience living in a developing country and among people of other cultures.
The development officer volunteer will work alongside the development director. Training will be provided but the successful candidate will be proactive and self-sufficient. Benefits of volunteering for TIDE include:
– A chance to gain valuable experience.
– A chance to make a lasting, positive impact.
– Living and working in a beautiful, peaceful, multi-cultural Caribbean town.
– Being part of a friendly and dynamic team of committed individuals in a leading Belizean conservation NGO.
– Appreciation for your dedication and hard work.
– Opportunities to visit the protected areas managed by TIDE and get involved in other aspects of TIDE’s work.
– Adventure in a country with pristine ecosystems, world-class snorkelling and SCUBA.
How to apply:
Please see our website (http://www.tidebelize.org/) for more information about our programs and activities and our Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TIDEBZE for the latest news. To apply, please send your c.v. and a cover letter to Dr. James Lord, development director at[email protected] by Monday February 17th. For any questions regarding the position please contact Elizabeth Gregg at [email protected]. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange a telephone interview by the following Friday.
Organization: US Forest Service and Management and Engineering Technologies International, Inc.
Position Title: Project Director
Location: Takoradi, Western Region, Ghana
Hours & Compensation: Contract
Application Deadline: February 10, 2014
Job Description:
The US Forest Service (USFS), International Programs and Management and Engineering Technologies International, Inc. (METI), as a part of the US Agency for International Development’s bilateral programs in Ghana, seeks a full-time Project Director to lead the implementation of the Coastal Sustainable Landscapes Project in the Western Region.
Background:
As a part of a broader and multi-partner conservation effort along the coasts of Ghana, USFS is working with the Government of Ghana and USAID to design and implement a coastal forest landscape conservation project in the six coastal Districts of the Western Region of Ghana. This Coastal Sustainable Landscapes (SL) project will contribute to moving Ghana into a low greenhouse gas emissions, high carbon sequestration development pathway in the land use sector. Activities under this program will be strategic and transformative and contribute to the Ghanaian national strategic process that is currently addressing climate change.
The project expects an overall long-term impact of strengthened capacity for low emissions development through improved coastal forest landscape management. The underpinning medium-term outcomes are the following:
- Natural resources policy and enabling environment strengthened
- Applied research for improved ecosystem services delivery reinforced
- Awareness and coordination capacity of Government of Ghana and the public for sustainable landscape management strengthened
- Improved livelihoods through enhanced natural resources management in targeted areas on and off reserve
Position Description:
The Project Director will manage the USFS SL project and take a lead role in the development, implementation, and monitoring of all project activities and partnerships including:
Program Management
- Provide strategic direction for biodiversity conservation, climate change, environmental governance, and food security efforts;
- Provide reporting and program implementation information on a regular basis to USFS/IP Washington, USAID/Ghana, and other partners;
- Finalize, implement and provide oversight of work plans, budgets, and monitoring and evaluation frameworks;
- Hire and supervise project staff, consultants, and visitors needed to implement program activities in Ghana; and
- Provide technical and logistical support to short-term USFS/IP detailers on technical assistance missions to the project implementation areas.
Technical Activities
- Work, coordinate, and communicate closely with host country government agencies, project partners, other related USAID projects, and USAID/Ghana to facilitate increased collaboration, information sharing, and management related to sound coastal forest landscape conservation;
- Organize technical assistance missions for USFS/IP and USAID experts in support of project goals and provide technical and logistical support to short-term USFS/IP detailers on technical assistance missions within Ghana;
- Provide support for a network of local partners to engage in research, information dissemination, policy improvements and capacity building of local communities/organizations in natural resource best management practices; and
- Collaborate with partners in the development and implementation of the Performance Management Plan as well as any Environmental Mitigation and Monitoring Plan for environmental compliance and monitoring of program activities.
Qualifications:
The Project Director should have the following skills and experience:
- Minimum five years’ experience managing USAID programs in Africa
- Professional proficiency in English
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated leadership, management, supervision, and communication skills
- Masters/Ph.D. and/or significant experience in forestry, climate change, natural resources, conservation biology, environmental sciences, or related field
- Demonstrated ability to provide technical coordination and leadership with a broad range of interested parties, across cultures, languages and varying capacity levels in order to catalyze improved conservation outcomes
- Proven ability in broad outreach, including building, maintaining, and managing diverse partnerships ranging from international donor agencies to local civil society groups
How to apply:
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Adam Welti ([email protected]) no later than February 10, 2014. The successful applicant will be hired through a contractor.
Organization: Center for Science in the Public Interest
Position Title: Food Safety Research & Policy Associate
Location: Washington, DC.
Hours & Compensation: Full time.
Application Deadline: Not listed
Job Description:
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is a non-profit health-advocacy group based in Washington, D.C., that focuses on nutrition and food safety. CSPI publishes Nutrition Action Healthletter, the nation’s largest‑circulation health newsletter. CSPI provides valuable, objective information to the public, represents citizens’ interests before legislative, regulatory, and judicial bodies, and ensures that advances in science are used for the public’s good. CSPI is supported largely by the 900,000 U.S. and Canadian subscribers to its Nutrition Action Healthletter and by foundation grants.
The Food Safety department is at the forefront of activities to improve public policies and corporate practices to prevent food-borne illnesses. Joining the Food Safety team offers an exciting opportunity for a talented person to help ensure that government regulators, policy makers, and industry work harder to protect American consumers from the threats of food contamination and to reduce the burden of food-borne illnesses. The Food Safety Research and Policy Associate manages a large database and provides research and project support to the Director of Food Safety.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage Outbreak Alert database, including data collection, data analysis, and developing an annual report.
- Track current foodborne illness outbreaks and updates the Food Safety website as needed.
- Provide assistance with reports, research and other project-related tasks including data collection and analysis, writing, proof reading and editing.
- Represent CSPI and communicate CSPI viewpoints at meetings and in written documents.
- Attend meetings on current food safety issues and report back to the project Director.
- Perform cite-checking of major documents for Food Safety staff.
- Assist with identifying grant opportunities; help develop grant proposals; and help manage existing Food Safety grant-funded projects.
- Meet with individuals and groups to discuss data-related issues covered by Food Safety project.
- Prepare speeches, PowerPoint presentations and other materials for department for presentation by different members of the department.
- Manage food safety department’s Federal Register comments, and keep department informed of food safety news.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree (epidemiology, public health or environmental preferred) from an accredited graduate school and four to five years of related experience and/or training.
- Excellent research, data management and analysis experience.
- Excellent writing skills with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including public speaking experience.
- Must have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Computer proficiency with MSOffice, specifically Access, Excel and Word; database management skills; and experience with Internet-based research tools.
- Experience with statistical analysis software programs such as SPSS or SAS is desirable.
- Ability to work independently is essential; and ability and willingness to work as part of a team.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and frequent deadlines.
- Interest and commitment to CSPI’s work and mission.
How to apply
Please send your application materials, which should include a cover letter indicating relevant experience and interest, résumé, and writing sample to: [email protected]. Please include “FS-ID” in subject line.
CSPI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package along with a healthy working environment. CSPI is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Organization: Grassroots Change.
Position Title: Grassroots Change internship.
Location: Oakland, CA,
Hours & Compensation: paid, 15 hours/week.
Application Deadline: Not listed
Grassroots Change (GC) is seeking paid interns to support a Web and social media strategy devoted to nurturing grassroots public health movements. Grassroots Change interns research and draft online content and contribute to GC’s presence on social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, and the Grassroots Change blog.
Grassroots Change supports grassroots movement building as an effective and practical way to create long-term positive change. In issues as diverse as environmental justice, children & nature, tobacco control, and gun violence prevention, progress has come from the bottom up, not top down. The mission of Grassroots Change is to provide grassroots leaders with the support and tools theyneed to build powerful and effective movements at the national, state, and local levels.
Working under the supervision of the Director and/orCommunication Director, GC interns will be responsible for researching and developing content and supporting a network of grassroots advocates working on a wide range of public health issues. GC is looking for interns with diverse experience and skills, including grassroots activism, health policy, information technology, website management, public policy, and politics.
Grassroots Change is considering applications from candidates at the undergraduate, post-graduate, and graduate levels. Internships are contract positions of 3 to 9 months. It is anticipated that interns will devote between 6 and 25 hours per week to fulfilling their responsibilities. Compensation depends on previous experience.Grassroots Change is located near Jack London Square inOakland, California.
Potential intern responsibilities include:
- Research and draft eCommunications, news summaries, blog posts, social media and other content on a range of grassroots health issues.
- Track grassroots public health issues on social media channels.
- Track the activities of network partners, including grassroots advocates, community-based organizations, and other partners.
- Update/improve GC’s website.
- Set goals and objectives and report progress to theDirector and/or Communications Director.
Qualifications
- Experience with online communications, website development and management, grassroots advocacy, public health, and/or social change.
- Excellent research and writing skills.
- Strong knowledge of social media channels – including Facebook, Twitter and blogs.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining focus on longer-term projects.
- Ability to work as a team with a small staff and diverse constituents.
- Commitment to improving public health and safety by supporting grassroots movements.
- Working towards a Bachelor’s Degree, Graduate Degree, or equivalent experience in Public Health, Public Policy, Communications, Journalism, or related fields.
Please send a short cover note, resume, references, and links to online products to [email protected]. (Please include “Internship Opportunity” in the subject line). Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Organization: Volunteer Latin America
Position Title: Environmental Education Volunteer / Tour Guide
Location: Costa Rica
Hours & Compensation: Voluntary
Application Deadline: Not listed
Description:
his environmental education centre is in constant need of volunteers to help teach visitors about insects and arthropods (i.e. butterflies, spiders, beetles etc). Volunteers are responsible for giving tours, maintenance of the facility, and other tasks. Volunteers need to be passionate about nature and teaching and be fluent in English. There are many good places to hike in your free time including a great sunset look-out and a couple of waterfalls.
Volunteers receive free accommodation and lunch for the duration of their stay.
You can view full project details and apply through the Volunteer Latin America website.
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