Conservation Leadership Initiative (CLI) Assistant

National Audubon Society•Audubon, FL

1d•Remote

About The Position

Audubon Florida’s Conservation Leadership Initiative (CLI) is a co-mentorship program designed to connect college students with Audubon's grassroots leaders, conservation projects, and professional development opportunities within the Audubon Florida network. This program aims to bridge the gap between current Audubon leaders and the next generation of young conservationists, with a particular interest in introducing individuals from underrepresented communities to the Audubon network. Each fall, the program accepts 25 college students, offering learning and networking opportunities throughout the academic year. In the spring, additional single-day events are held across Florida to engage a broader audience of college students interested in environmental topics. The Conservation Leadership Initiative (CLI) Assistant, under the supervision of the Chapters Conservation Manager, will support various aspects of the Audubon CLI program, with a primary focus on coordinating recruitment, selection, onboarding, and engagement for the upcoming CLI cohort. This role involves supporting administrative, communications, and program coordination tasks essential for the successful recruitment and onboarding of the next Conservation Leadership Initiative cohort. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple timelines and priorities, and comfort working collaboratively with students, volunteers, chapter leaders, and Audubon staff in a remote setting.

Requirements

Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Coursework in an environmental field or related.
An interest in environmental issues, birds, and wildlife.
Experience planning events.
Experience working with or leading college groups or clubs.
A self-starter, one who is motivated, able to work both independently and with a team.
Applicants must be at least partially available during standard work hours (9am-5pm ET Monday-Friday).
Must be available to travel to the Audubon Assembly in St. Pete Beach, October 15-17, 2026.
Must be a resident of Florida.

Nice To Haves

Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
Conservation Leadership Initiative alumni are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist the Chapter Conservation Manager with different aspects of the Audubon CLI program, focusing on coordinating recruitment, selection, onboarding, and engagement for the next CLI cohort.
Coordinate outreach to colleges and universities across Florida, with a focus on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs).
Communicate with prospective applicants.
Help manage the application and selection process.
Support onboarding and orientation activities.
Maintain program records and participant information.
Assist with logistics and facilitation for CLI activities, including those at the Audubon Assembly.
Assist with the planning of and facilitation of CLI activities at the Audubon Assembly, such as networking sessions, career panels, skill-building activities, and field trips.
Host recruitment information sessions and onboarding webinars for prospective and selected students and chapter mentors via Zoom.
Provide ongoing coordination and support for CLI participants and mentors, helping participants navigate challenges, maintain engagement, and stay connected to program expectations and opportunities.
Facilitate virtual check-ins and webinars on topics such as student conservation projects, professional development, and cohort engagement.
Perform other duties as needed and assigned.