Full-Time Network Coordinator
Position Title:
Network Coordinator – Southeast Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change
Management Network (SE RISCC)
Location:
Gainesville, FL.
Occasional travel within the region will be required for meetings, workshops,
and field coordination.
Position Type:
Full-Time, 12-month position (renewable annually, contingent on funding and
performance)
Application Deadline: (4 weeks open until filled; review in December 2024 and
January 2025)
Start Date: Negotiable but likely February 2025
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Position Summary:
The Southeast Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change Management Network
(SE RISCC) is seeking a motivated professional to serve as its Network
Coordinator. This position will play a critical role in managing and expanding
a growing network of researchers, land owners and practitioners, policymakers,
and other partners working to address the intersection of invasive species
management and climate change in the Southeast USA. This is a unique
opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and practical management
strategies that address pressing conservation challenges.
The Coordinator will facilitate communication, enhance coordination, and drive
the network’s initiatives by organizing workshops, fostering collaborations,
mentoring and training early career researchers, actively engaging with regular
SE RISCC leadership meetings, and supporting research and outreach activities.
The Coordinator will support the SE RISCC leadership team and work closely with
regional partners, including universities, federal/state agencies, NGOs, and
indigenous groups. The position will report to Dr. Brett Scheffers in the
Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of Florida.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Network Coordination (40%):
* Through meetings and outreach, expand and maintain a comprehensive
network of stakeholders, including scientists, managers, NGOs, state/federal
agencies, and Indigenous groups.
* Coordinate activities with other regional RISCCs.
* Create and manage a network diagram to map stakeholder relationships
and identify collaboration opportunities.
* Actively promote network growth through strategic communications and
partner engagement.
* Facilitate communication among network members through listservs,
webinars, newsletters, and other platforms.
* Workshop & Event Management (10%):
* Plan and coordinate virtual and in-person workshops focused on
invasive species management and climate change.
* Organize and support quarterly webinars and bi-annual stakeholder
meetings.
* Assist in the development and execution of manager-focused training
sessions and knowledge exchange events.
* Research & Synthesis Support (20%):
* Assist in the identification and coordination of high-priority
research themes, working with research teams to facilitate collaborative
projects.
* Coordinate the synthesis of research outputs, including research
summaries, management challenge documents, and other outreach materials.
* Support the preparation of grant proposals and ensure timely reporting
of progress to funding agencies.
* Communications & Outreach (20%):
* Oversee and enhance the SE RISCC website, ensuring up-to-date content
and resources for stakeholders.
* Collaborate with the SE RISCC leadership team and communication
experts to develop outreach materials, including brochures, reports, and social
media content.
* Liaise with media outlets, partner organizations, and academic
institutions to promote the network’s mission and achievements.
* Early-Career Support & Development (10%):
* Support SE RISCC interns and early-career researchers by organizing
mentoring opportunities, training, and skill-building workshops.
* Coordinate engagement with graduate students and postdoctoral fellows
participating in network-related research.
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Qualifications:
* Preferred:
* Master’s degree or higher in any field relevant to key
responsibilities including but not limited to environmental sciences (broadly),
communication, hospitality, public relations, or any relevant field in
coordination, project management and stakeholder engagement. Several years of
relevant experience post-undergraduate degree is also acceptable in place of a
Master’s degree.
* Demonstrated experience in coordination, project management, or
stakeholder engagement, ideally within the fields of conservation, invasive
species management, or climate change.
* Strong communication skills (written and oral), including experience
in preparing reports, organizing events, and managing websites or social media
platforms.
* Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple
co-occurring priorities and deadlines.
* Experience working with diverse stakeholders, such as federal/state
agencies, Indigenous communities, and NGOs.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a
dynamic team environment.
* Familiarity with invasive species management and climate change in the
context of the Southeastern USA.
* Experience in workshop or event planning, including virtual and
in-person formats.
* Skills in project management, meeting facilitation, data management or
analyses, or science communication.
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Compensation:
* Competitive annual salary; $55,000-60,000
* Benefits include health insurance and retirement options
* Professional development opportunities, including training and conference
attendance.
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Application Process:
To apply, please submit the following:
* A cover letter (no more than 1 page) detailing your interest in the
position and relevant experience.
* Your resume/CV.
* Contact information for three professional references.
* A bylined writing sample or a link to a relevant project.
Submit your application materials to [email protected] with the subject
line: "SE RISCC Network Coordinator Application."
Brett Scheffers
Associate Professor
Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
University of Florida/IFAS
Gainesville, FL 32611 USA
Co-Director, Florida Climate Institute<https://floridaclimateinstitute.org/>
email: [email protected]
office: +01 352-846-0570
Skype: schefbr0
Scheffers Lab Webpage: Webpage here<https://www.schefferslab.com/>
Google Scholar: Brett Scheffers' Google Scholar
Webpage<http://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=4HfsgFUAAAAJ>
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