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Title | Conservation Training Program Officer |
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IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
Conservation Training Program Officer Position Purpose: The Conservation Training Program Officer oversees training and leadership programs at White Oak. The position coordinates the development and management of White Oak’s professional training and leadership programs, including the management of the Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders (EWCL) program. White Oak Leadership Training: The Program Officer reports to White Oak’s Director of Conservation Education to develop and implement conservation leadership and training programs. In recognition of the crucial need to integrate conservation thinking, training and leadership across a variety of sectors including business, health, government and conservation, White Oak is developing leadership training applications based on the success of the EWCL leadership model. The Program Officer will work closely with the Director of Conservation Education to implement and develop resources to ensure success and growth of the conservation leadership and training programs at White Oak. The Program Officer is responsible for managing all logistical and coordination aspects of professional training and will seek funding to support the program. The Program Officer will support the education department through participation in all facets of the professional training programs including, but not limited to, developing and delivering training programs, courses and workshops, developing and monitoring key performance and program metrics, communicating with internal departments and external partners, and marketing of training programs. EWCL: The EWCL initiative addresses a long-standing need for capable leaders in the conservation field who are equipped with a full arsenal of skills to launch well-rounded and effective conservation campaigns and build successful leadership careers in the wildlife conservation profession. EWCL does this through a two-year training program that helps jump-start early career conservation professionals with a combination of skills trainings, networking and career mentorship opportunities, and the planning, implementation and evaluation of tangible wildlife conservation projects. The Program Officer is responsible for managing all logistical and coordination aspects of EWCL, seeking funding for EWCL through foundation and other revenue sources, and serving as liaison to the EWCL Board, funders, participants and alumni. The Program Officer reports to White Oak’s Director of Conservation Education and EWCL Board co-chairs, to carry out job duties and functions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: White Oak Professional Training Programs
Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders Program
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TO APPLY: Please submit as an email attachment: cover letter, resume/CV, salary requirements, and three professional references to careers@white-oak.org with the subject line ‘Conservation Training Program Officer.’ Only electronic submissions will be considered. Only .doc, .docx, and .pdf formats are accepted. Applications materials must be submitted by August 11, 2014 for consideration. |