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Description
The BFCI Program Coordinator is the primary staff person responsible for developing, managing and implementing BFCI programs, including local, regional, statewide and national initiatives.
The Program Coordinator works cooperatively with the BFCI Steering Committee, members, and partners to implement the Initiative's conservation goals and programs.
The Program Coordinator is also responsible for fundraising and grant administration, member and partner recruitment and retention, providing oversight of project deliverables, and establishing and maintaining good working relationships with member and partner institutions, including government agencies and non-governmental organizations.
Key Responsibilities:
Planning and Managing Fundraising Efforts: Working with the Steering Committee and host institution, plans and manages all fundraising efforts on behalf of the Initiative, including grant writing, budget management, and other administrative responsibilities.
Planning and Managing Conservation Programs: Working with the Steering Committee, coordinates and manages all aspects of conservation programs, including strategic planning, program development, and member/partner relations.
Managing and Promoting Program Membership: Responsible for managing recruitment and retention, including researching partnership opportunities, conducting member surveys, managing member files and related financial records.
Managing and Expanding Communications Networks: Responsible for building and maintaining program listservs, newsletters, and annual and periodic reports, including maintenance of BFCI Web site.
Representing BFCI in Public Fora: Conduct outreach and education activities, including public presentations, written articles, and media outreach. Represent BFCI in interactions with government agencies and other organizations and travel to related meetings to support BFCI community networking.
Candidate Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field; Master's degree and three years related experience preferred.
- Demonstrated success developing, guiding, and implementing fundraising initiatives and strategic plans.
- Proven skills in program management and volunteer coordination.
- Enthusiasm for butterflies and habitat conservation.
- Expertise in butterfly conservation, habitat management or land conservation a plus.
- Excellent writing, public speaking and facilitation skills.
- Ability to work flexibly and productively in an independent environment and on a team.
To Apply:
Send application form (www.mobot.org/jobs/how.asp), resume (not to exceed two pages), cover letter, and writing sample via email or postal mail to:
The Butterfly House
Division of the Missouri Botanical Garden
Human Resource Management
2345 Tower Grove Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110.
No phone calls. Resumes will be reviewed as they are received.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.