Defenders of Wildlife has 2 job openings at the Center for Conservation
Innovation. Both are full-time and based in Washington, DC (Headquarters). 1. Conservation GIS Analyst The Conservation GIS Analyst provides geospatial support to the Center for Conservation Innovation (CCI) specifically and Defenders of Wildlife more broadly. The incumbent coordinates and supports interdisciplinary teams in need of GIS-related services and guidance to other GIS users. He/she contributes to a variety of projects, including mapping and geospatial analyses across the organization, from field conservation to membership outreach. The position will also work with our team of scientists and help develop new tools and ideas for strategically using data to improve biodiversity conservation policies and practices. Reporting to the Senior Conservation GIS Analyst, the Conservation GIS Analyst plays a key role in CCI by analyzing complex geospatial datasets related to imperiled species and their habitats; communicating the results through a variety of creative media; developing static and interactive web maps and resources to inform endangered species conservation; supporting intern skill development; and cultivating partnerships internally and with other organizations to advocate for conservation strategies. The analyst will generally apply geospatial data to better understand places that endangered species rely on and the potential landscape patterns and management decisions affecting species. When advising staff, the analyst will often be asked to gather relevant scientific data, distill key points, and weigh alternatives. The analyst will also manage the Google File Stream cloud system for storing Defenders' spatial data and will serve as an administrator of Defenders' ArcGIS Online organization account. For more information and to apply: https://jobs.jobvite.com/defendersofwildlife/job/owTTkfwm 2. Director, Conservation Science The Director of Conservation Science (Director) plays a lead role in providing support, building capacity, and advancing research on conservation science issues. As a leader at the Center for Conservation Innovation (CCI), the Director manages a team which enhances the work of the organization to improve imperiled species and habitat conservation by integrating quality science into Defenders' programs and by ensuring that Defenders' science is informed by emerging policy and technology. Reporting to the VP, the Director is the science point-person at Defenders. A significant part of this role is managing junior technical and scientific staff and interns to achieve effective integration of science in Defenders programs and partnerships. S/he oversees a variety of projects, including analysis of large and complex spatial and non-spatial datasets, outreach through visuals and web apps, and distribution of best available science. The Director is responsible for understanding, developing, and integrating foundational and cutting-edge scientific principles and approaches to Defenders' work. S/he applies expertise to ensure the accurate interpretation and strategic use of science to progress Defenders' priorities, encouraging innovative approaches to benefit wildlife conservation on the ground and through policy. The Director serves as an advocate and spokesperson for science-based conservation and works to cultivate partnerships internally and with other organizations to advocate for conservation strategies. The position will work with our team of scientists and help develop new tools and ideas for strategically using data to improve biodiversity conservation policies and practices. For more information and to apply: https://jobs.jobvite.com/defendersofwildlife/job/opo1lfwT Other openings at Defenders of Wildlife: https://defenders.org/about/jobs Comments are closed.
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