Antipoaching & International Conservation Manager

Position: Conservation Program Manager - Antipoaching and International Policy

Class: Salaried; Full-time

Department: Conservation

Location: Washington, DC; some work from home availability

Travel: Moderate domestic and international travel 10 - 15% of the time.

Who We Are

https://www.safariclub.org/

https://safariclubfoundation.org/

Hunting is an ancient tradition passed down from the earliest times of man to the present day. Hunters participate directly in the natural world and care enough to make sure that it continues in all of its awesome beauty and diversity.

Safari Club International (SCI) is a U.S.-based organization of more than 50,000 hunters and nearly 200 chapters worldwide, dedicated to protecting the right to hunt and to promote wildlife conservation. Between SCI and its sister organization, the SCI Foundation, we have put more than $70 Million on the ground for conservation since 2000. In the U.S. and abroad, hunters are part of a system that keeps the rivers, forests and fields intact and maintains the wildlife.

Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) has a 20-year history of being a leader in science-based, research-driven solutions to real problems facing wildlife conservation and sustainable use of wildlife resources. SCIF is active in domestic and international wildlife conservation, including with CITES and the IUCN, and is the host of the annual African Wildlife Consultative Forum. We partner with leading wildlife researchers at places like the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, Auburn University, and Michigan State University to bring the latest applied techniques to wildlife conservation issues.

Summary

This position is responsible for coordination and implementation of Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) wildlife conservation program activities related to antipoaching and for leading efforts to engage with international policy agreements. This includes developing antipoaching programs, engaging with international wildlife and conservation policy issues, overseeing reporting on important international and national policy issues, and generating internal and external communications.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, and implements wildlife conservation projects and programs within the designated program areas. Represents SCIF as required on issues related to the program area before local, state, national and international agencies and organizations.
• Under advisement of the Director, represents SCIF on various international treaty organizations and committees, including but not limited to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), and the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). This includes national and international travel to attend meetings as appropriate.
• Provides information and advice, formally and informally, on the program and related conservation matters to SCI and SCIF officers, volunteers, committee members and staff. Provides expert technical information and materials which assist in the development of comments, testimony and other inputs on rulemakings, legislation, and the work of governmental agencies and international conservation bodies.
• Produces summaries, analyses, articles and other materials to explain to other staff, volunteers, committees, members of SCI, other organizations and the public in general what SCIF does in the program areas.
• Produces and refines communication products including content for SCIF websites, electronic communication forums, presentations, and all outreach materials.
• Manages budget and personnel within the program area. Produces paperwork necessary for allocation of financial resources and controls expenses throughout the year according to the budget plan. Makes recommendations that optimize expenditures and efficiency.
• Maintains partnerships and working relationships with professionals and experts on scientific and technical matters.
• Develops financial and logistical support for the program and constituent projects both internally within SCIF and SCI and externally through grant applications and partnerships.
• Provides liaison and support functions to the SCIF Conservation Committee and to any other committee of SCIF as directed by the Director.
• Develops grant opportunities with external entities in support of conservation programs. This includes locating potential opportunities, writing proposals, and working with SCIF volunteers and development personnel to prioritize and implement grant proposals.
• Manages conservation staff, contractors, and volunteers; interviews, orients/trains employees, plans and assigns work as needed within the program areas. Conducts performance appraisals, counsels employees on disciplinary and performance issues, which may lead to promotion or termination.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret primary literature (professional journals), technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write technical reports and popular style communications is required. Should be proficient in the effective presentation of information and in responding to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal as well as sense of urgency, attention to detail, and ability to think strategically, ability to interface with individuals at every level of an organization, both internally and externally.
• Proficient with spreadsheet, word processing, database, and graphic presentation software programs and have the ability to become proficient with proprietary software as needed for the performance of the essential functions of the position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to wildlife conservation or conservation policy. An advanced degree in a relevant discipline is preferred.
• 3 years of related experience with wildlife conservation issues and activities, nationally and internationally.
• Previous experience with U.S. federal legislative processes and issues, regulatory agencies, international wildlife organizations, and working with foreign governments on wildlife conservation matters is required.
• Academic or management familiarity with the impacts and control of wildlife poaching internationally and especially in Africa is desirable.
• Direct experience working within the framework of CITES and/or the IUCN is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in languages other than English, particularly those commonly used in international conservation meetings (e.g., Spanish, French) is preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid passport.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to be insurable on SCI policy

All candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a contact list of 3 references from individuals that are not family for consideration.

Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position may be considered.

Safari Club International Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

Safari Club International offers a full benefit package. Please go to our careers page to view our Benefit Summary: https://safariclub.org/careers/