Domestic Conservation & Science Manager

Allora • Charleston, SC

2d • $62,000

About The Position

The Manager of Domestic Conservation & Science leads the strategic planning and implementation of conservation programs and scientific research in the United States and Canada. The role oversees and develops domestic field conservation projects, establishes and manages partnerships with governmental and non-governmental organizations, and helps secure funding through grants and donations. Working with the Senior Director of Conservation & Science, the manager ensures that conservation efforts align with the organization’s mission and goals and integrates scientific research to inform and improve program effectiveness.

The manager works within a multidisciplinary team of scientists, researchers, and conservationists across domestic projects. The role develops research agendas, publishes findings in scientific journals, and represents the organization at conferences and public forums. It also supports operational administration, including identifying jurisdiction-specific permits and requirements, defining project needs and costs, vetting and engaging field participants, and monitoring implementation. The manager oversees project managers and independent contractors, assesses and onboards field sites and target species, and supports governance and capacity-building activities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• At least 5 years of demonstrated success in field-based conservation and research or project/program management.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage complex projects, work independently and collaboratively, complete detailed work accurately, and manage time effectively.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to resolve conflicts professionally and effectively.
• Proven track record of project design, management, and execution.
• History of publishing and presenting results in international journals and conferences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual technologies, including Google Calendar, Google Drive, and Asana or similar project management software.

Responsibilities

• Help identify and manage permits, authorizations, protections, and other operating requirements relevant to each jurisdiction and project.
• Ensure project needs and costs are understood and defined upfront, field participants are qualified and contractually engaged, and requirements are implemented, managed, and monitored.
• Understand local laws, regulations, and risks in jurisdictions where the organization operates or may undertake projects.
• Continuously improve workflows, systems, reporting, and operations.
• Oversee domestic field conservation projects and develop and manage partnerships with governmental and non-governmental organizations.
• Help secure funding through grants and donations.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities to expand the organization’s domestic conservation footprint.
• Ensure conservation efforts align with the organization’s mission and goals.
• Integrate scientific research to inform and enhance program effectiveness.
• Work with the Senior Director of Conservation & Science to produce quarterly and annual conservation impact reports.
• Attend and represent the organization at meetings when requested.
• Oversee project managers and independent contractors working on domestic programs.
• Lead assessment and onboarding of new field sites and target species, ensuring programs are rigorous, scalable, and aligned with conservation priorities.
• Disseminate best practices, provide training, and build strategic and technical capacity among field conservation programs and partnerships.
• Participate in coordinating meetings for the Field Conservation Committee, Country Program Leads, Project Managers, and individual principal investigators.
• Develop research agendas, publish findings in scientific journals, and represent the organization at conferences and public forums.

Benefits

• Individual retirement account with a 3% employee match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with up to a $750 employer contribution per month.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Remote-office stipend.
• Ongoing professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager