Director, Marine Wildlife Conservation

The Ocean Conservancy's Director of Marine Wildlife Conservation will lead the organization's efforts to conserve marine mammals and endangered species by assuming a wide range of management and programmatic responsibilities.

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Providing scientific and policy expertise on issues relating to marine wildlife conservation and advancing TOC positions through the use of science, advocacy, grassroots organizing and education.   
• Representing TOC outside the organization and expanding the visibility of its programs among the scientific community, citizens' groups, and legislators, both regionally and nationally.   
• Supervising staff working on marine wildlife issues in the national and regional offices and developing and overseeing workplans, timelines, evaluations, and budgets relating to the goals of the program.   
• Working closely with the Development department to communicate with existing funders, identify new funding sources, and prepare proposals to secure adequate and timely funding for the program.

Qualifications: 

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in marine science, with a focus on marine mammals, endangered marine species, or marine biodiversity.   
• Substantial experience in results-oriented program management, staff mentoring and supervision, and fundraising within a non-profit setting.   
• Measurable success as an advocate for marine wildlife and a demonstrated commitment to science-based conservation of the oceans.

To Apply: 

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume, letter of interest and salary expectations by email, fax, or postal mail, attention Human Resources-DMWC to: 

The Ocean Conservancy
Attn: Human Resources - DMWC
2029 K Street N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20006