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World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the world’s leading conservation organization, seeks a Program Officer to coordinate all aspects of the Kathryn Fuller Science for Nature Program, as well as take a leading role in developing and coordinating WWF’s Conservation Science Network (CSN), a new initiative designed to connect, support, and grow WWF’s community of scientists working around the world.
The Program Officer will develop effective communications and outreach materials, online and in other media; organize symposia, seminars, and other events; assist senior staff in preparing reports, proposals and presentations; conduct research and analyses; manage projects, databases, and online content; engage with and grow the CSN membership; and identify, synthesize, and disseminate scientific information and resources of interest to WWF scientists globally. The incumbent will be actively engaged in redesigning the CSN web interface and will communicate with members to ensure that resources are shared and delivered in formats that are of greatest use to colleagues around the world.
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience plus three years relevant experience in conservation science or a related field is required. The successful candidate will have excellent writing and communication skills; strong organizational, research and analytical skills, experience using and developing online tools and resources; familiarity with conservation science issues; and a successful record as a team player and independent worker. Must be detail oriented, creative, and proficient in Microsoft Office software. International experience is preferred.
This position has an initial duration of one year, with the possibility of extension based on funding.
AA/EOE Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. To submit cover letter and resume please visit http://www.worldwildlife.org/who/careers/jobs.html (job # 11127).
