Conservation Science Coordinator

NWF•Washington, DC

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) is seeking a Conservation Science Coordinator to join its Science Team. This team provides scientific leadership and support on wildlife conservation and policy issues, and supports the organization's commitment to using the best available science in its work on policy, advocacy, conservation, education, and communications. The NWF is America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization, founded in 1936, with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters. Its mission is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or related field, with a focus on wildlife biology, conservation biology, botany, or ecology.
Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to wildlife conservation and climate change issues.
Demonstrated commitment to environmental justice.
Broad knowledge of U.S. natural history, including life history and identification of North American wildlife and habitats.
Ability to communicate scientific or technical material to a wide range of audiences.
Ability and willingness to perform administrative support tasks for a high-performing professional team.
Strong initiative and ability to manage tasks independently.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and/or manage multiple projects at once.
Ability to work collaboratively with peers (including remotely and in a virtual setting), and to develop positive working relationships.
Strong work ethic and time management skills.
Working knowledge of GIS and compiling and organizing data and information for reports.

Nice To Haves

Original writing and editing samples may be requested.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary reviewer for NWF's internal Science Content Review System, and review public-facing materials, including reports, social media posts, blogs, advocacy alerts, and fundraising appeals, to ensure scientific accuracy and credibility.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all NWF staff regarding the Science Content Review System.
Provide key support in implementing funded projects, including project coordination, tracking and managing the progress of project deliverables, assisting with conducting research, and translating findings into written materials and other project deliverables.
Promote wildlife conservation legislative priorities and advance the conservation of at-risk species by creating science-based advocacy materials.
Research, write, and edit reports, factsheets, blogs, and other web content on wildlife conservation, conservation biology, climate adaptation, and related topics.
Participate in and support engagement with partner organizations and policymakers, including members of Congress and their staff, and helping with legislative fly-ins, workshops, outreach, and events when needed.
Administrative and other duties as assigned, including scheduling and recording minutes for internal and external meetings and coordinating contracts.