Conservation Leadership Initiative (CLI) Assistant

National Audubon Society • Audubon, FL

2d • Remote

About The Position

The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization working to protect birds and the places they need. Audubon Florida’s Conservation Leadership Initiative (CLI) is a co-mentorship program connecting college students with Audubon grassroots leaders, conservation projects, and professional development opportunities. It aims to bridge current Audubon leaders and emerging conservationists, including people from underrepresented communities. The program enrolls 25 college students each fall and holds additional single-day events across Florida each spring.

Under the supervision of the Chapters Conservation Manager, the seasonal assistant will support the current CLI cohort and help plan and host immersive college outreach events across Florida during the spring semester. Duties include administrative, communications, and program coordination work; supporting participants and mentors; coordinating with venues and guest speakers; and planning and facilitating field activities. The role calls for strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, the ability to manage competing priorities, and comfort working collaboratively in a remote environment.

This is a five-month seasonal position from January 2027 through May 2027, remote in Florida, at 20 hours per week. Applicants must be at least partially available during standard work hours, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, and must travel to three weekend events in different Florida cities during the spring academic semester. Compensation is $19.00 per hour. A cover letter describing interest in the role is required; applications without one will be considered incomplete.

Requirements

• Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
• Coursework in an environmental field or a related field.
• Interest in environmental issues, birds, and wildlife.
• Experience planning events.
• Experience working with or leading college groups or clubs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a self-starter.
• Availability at least partially during standard work hours (9 a.m.–5 p.m. ET, Monday–Friday).
• Ability to travel to three weekend events in various Florida cities during the spring academic semester.
• Submit a cover letter describing interest in the role.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with contacts at colleges and universities across Florida to support CLI recruitment, focusing on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs).
• Assist with planning and facilitating regional outreach events.
• Provide ongoing coordination and support for CLI participants and mentors, helping participants navigate challenges, remain engaged, and stay connected to program expectations and opportunities.
• Help facilitate virtual check-ins and webinars on topics such as student conservation projects, professional development, and cohort engagement.
• Coordinate with venue staff, plan and facilitate field activities, and organize guest speakers for outreach events.
• Maintain and foster a culture of safety.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed