Project Analyst

Established in 1997, CLF Ventures (CLFV) works with private and public sector clients to implement projects that have demonstrable environmental gain and economic advantage.  Our consulting services develop tools for organizations, businesses and industries that reduce their environmental footprint while generating revenues for the Conservation Law Foundation's (CLF) crucial advocacy work.

CLF is the oldest and largest regional environmental advocacy organization in the United States. Based in New England, CLF's attorneys, scientists, economists, and policy experts develop and implement strategies that conserve natural resources, protect public health, and promote vital communities CLFV is incorporated as a "support organization" or non-profit affiliate of CLF. We leverage our technical, regulatory and outreach expertise to align stakeholder interests and reduce project uncertainty to solve our clients' complex environmental problems.

Position Description

CLF Ventures seeks a Project Analyst to participate in project development, support and implementation.

The Project Analyst will be expected to work independently, and as part of a team, to perform a wide range of activities including complex research tasks on land-use and environmental regulations and assist with project communications and outreach.

We expect that the Analyst will able to manage aspects of projects and carry out assignments with limited supervision, provide support for multiple projects, and advance our overall mission through creative and strategic contributions to the organization and the work functions performed for our clients.

Advanced analytical skills and an understanding of the legal, scientific, political, business, and social aspects of environmental conflicts are necessary. The candidate must be able to work proficiently in both technical and political arenas to assist public and private-sector clients.

Strategic thinking and ability to communicate ideas with our team is crucial to this position, as our organization depends on collaborative decision making for all projects. He or she must also possess excellent skills for interacting with external team members, scientists, government officials and community stakeholders.

The candidate must be comfortable with public interface and be willing to spend occasional weekends and nights at public meetings or hearings. Travel, sometimes overnight, within New England may be frequent.

Candidate Education and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science/studies, environmental/land-use planning, environmental/public policy or environmental/resource management, or a related field. The ideal candidate's academic experience contains a blend of these fields with some study or experience in marketing and business/operations management.  Graduate education is desirable, especially in fields of law, business, environmental policy, natural resource management or land-use planning.  
• 2-3 years experience in a consulting practice or similar environment.   
• A track record of taking risks, translating creative ideas into action, and achieving tangible and sustained results.  Excellent strategic and intellectual abilities.   
• Familiarity with and an appreciation of, the operation and culture of a small non-profit organization.  
• Strong interpersonal and quantitative skills, as well as excellent written and verbal presentation abilities.   
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Power Point, and Excel. Familiarity with any of the following is also desirable: Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Access, Adobe InDesign, HTML and/or Dreamweaver.  
• A passion for the mission of CLFV.   
• Valid drivers license.  
• Creativity, tenacity, good humor, and a high level of energy.

Applicant Information:

Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and one writing sample not exceeding 4 pages in length in confidence by September 15, 2006 to Marisa P. Carter by email.