World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the global conservation organization, seeks an effective, energetic person to oversee the new Kathryn S. Fuller Innovations Fund within our Conservation Science Program. The Program Leader will coordinate all aspects of the program, which includes post- doctoral fellowships, visiting scholars, annual symposia, regular seminars, and small grants. Major duties include helping to design the new program, overseeing the fellowship selection process, developing themes and topics for symposia and seminars, organizing these events, and working closely with WWF staff to integrate the Fund into our global conservation activities. Other duties include liaising effectively with universities and prospective fellows and speakers, communicating externally about the Fund, coordinating gatherings for fellows, and fundraising to grow the Fund. Position requires at least a Masters degree in Conservation Biology or related field, five to seven years of experience in conservation, firm understanding of current conservation science issues, demonstrated project management experience, and exceptional organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills. Experience in web content management and event planning preferred; competency in a foreign language ideal. We encourage interested applicants to apply by February 15, 2006.
You can read more about the Fuller Innovation Fund and submit your application on our web site at http://www.worldwildlife.org/about/jobs.cfm. AA/EOE Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. You can also send your cover letter and resume by fax to (202) 293-9211. Dept. #26093.
