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Description:
The desire to achieve comes naturally for you. That’s what makes you a perfect fit for The National Wildlife Federation. As the nation’s largest member-supported conservation organization, we’re offering you every advantage to reach beyond your potential. You’ll excel in your role and accomplish goals that you can proudly stand behind, all while helping others move forward in their careers. Join us today and share more than your passion for wildlife. Share our mission to make a difference in the world.
This position will lead our efforts to better protect people and wildlife in coastal areas and floodplains from the impacts of global warming.
The Senior Manager for National Water Resources Campaigns will work to advance reforms to the National Flood Insurance and other federal and state programs in an effort to discourage building and re-building in environmentally sensitive and increasingly vulnerable areas. A major focus of work will be reaching out to and building strong alliances with organizations that have a common interest including associations, taxpayer and consumer groups and first responders.
The Senior Manager for National Water Resources Campaigns will also lead NWF's Coastal Protection and Floodplains Campaign by developing grassroots, media, and other outreach strategies. In addition, they will focus on coastal advocacy work, strengthening the Coastal Barrier Resources Act and other federal and state policies that might help protect people and wildlife from global warming. Integrating the campaign with current water programs, especially in regards to reforming Army Corps of Engineers practices, will be essential.
Exceptional oral, writing, and interpersonal communications skills. Must be experienced and skilled at developing and implementing advocacy and media strategies. Must be skilled at translating technical information into terms and language commonly understood. Must have leadership skills to build and work cooperatively in a team environment.
Additional Skills:
Minimum 7 years policy, advocacy or other related experience. Prefer environmental or economic background.
Benefits:
NWF offers an excellent benefits package. NWF is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Cover Letter and Resume are required.
