GLIN==> Positions Available: National Wildlife Federation

National Wildlife Federation's Ann Arbor office is currently hiring for two positions to work on Great Lakes issues. Both positions are half time with benefits and will last one year with the opportunity for continued employment. Please share with those that may be interested.

Temporary Project Assistant Great Lakes Restoration & Climate Adaptation

Based in Ann Arbor, MI

https://careers.nwf.org/ext/detail.asp?jobid=nwf2051



National Wildlife Federation seeks a qualified individual to temporarily (part time) work with the National Wildlife Federation Great Lakes Restoration Field Manager and Climate Adaptation Campaign Manager, as well as other NWF staff and external restoration groups on efforts to implement the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. The person in this position will be responsible for outreach to restoration groups focused on implementation of Great Lakes restoration programs in the region as well as tracking climate-smart elements of same programs. The position also includes research, writing and compiling outreach materials or information for distribution through list servs, websites, newsletters, fact sheets or for internal reports or compiled research for review by staff. In addition, this position will be responsible for some logistical and administrative tasks related to campaign events, workshops, or conferences.



This position is responsible for assisting with implementation of restoration and climate-smart projects in the Great Lakes region. This will be accomplished through collaboration with on-the-ground groups and Coalition partners. This position's work will include a variety of outreach activities as well as some campaign related administrative and logistical tasks.



Position Requirements

Qualified candidates must have a B.A. or B.S. in natural resources or other related field, 1-2 years of environmental work experience, must be a proactive communicator and team member. Knowledge of Great Lakes and experience with campaign outreach and handling logistics for campaign events and activities.  Knowledge of climate issues preferred. Solid writing skills are essential, research experience is a plus.





Temporary Water Policy Coordinator

Based in Ann Arbor, MI

https://careers.nwf.org/ext/detail.asp?jobid=nwf2052



National Wildlife Federation seeks an individual to temporarily (part time) be responsible for working with the Senior Policy Manager to coordinate and facilitate campaign communications (ongoing conference calls, listserv, website) and assist in policy analysis for two regional campaigns on the Great Lakes Water Compact and on efforts to protect the Great Lakes from invasive species. In addition, this position will develop and write campaign materials, administer re-grants to regional groups and NWF affiliates, and assist in grant report and proposal writing. The position will be responsible for some logistical and administrative tasks related to planning meetings, campaign events, workshops, or conferences.



The Temporary Water Policy Coordinator will be responsible for facilitating ongoing campaign communications and organizing efforts with conservation partners, organizations and volunteer activists in Great Lakes states to ensure effective implementation of NWF Great Lakes Water Compact campaign and efforts to protect the Great Lakes from invasive species. Regularly communicating with partners in the region by coordinating and hosting conference calls, distributing minutes, managing campaign listservs, managing and preparing content for campaign webpages, and organizing meetings, workshops, and/or regional conferences. Providing research and policy analysis of issues related to the Great Lakes Water Compact and invasive species campaigns. Developing materials and resources for these campaigns like fact sheets and action alerts for outreach to media, activists, members and general public. Assisting Senior Policy Manager with administration of re-grants to regional partners and NWF affiliate organizations and assisting with grant report writing and proposal writing.



Position Requirements

Qualified candidates must have a B.A. or B.S. in natural resources or other related field, a minimum of 3 years of environmental policy and organizing experience or equivalent transferable experience, knowledge of Great Lakes issues and policy preferred, experience with campaign outreach and organizing. Strong attention to detail and follow through abilities, solid writing skills are essential must be a pro-active communicator and team member.


Jennifer Hill
Field Manager, Great Lakes Restoration
National Wildlife Federation
213 West Liberty Street, Suite 200
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
hillj at nwf.org<mailto:hillj at nwf.org>  l  734-887-7104
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