Arctic Fisheries Manager
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) was founded in 1961 and has since become one of the world's leading conservation organizations. With a mission to help people and nature thrive, WWF operates in over 100 countries worldwide. The organization partners with communities, companies, and governments to protect wildlife, conserve vital habitats, and advance sustainable solutions. Grounded in science and driven by collaboration, WWF focuses on conserving biodiversity, supporting resilient communities, and addressing climate change. Nearly 1 million individuals in the United States and more than 5 million globally are members of WWF, reflecting its extensive reach and commitment to environmental conservation.
Job Overview:
The Arctic Fisheries Manager is a pivotal role within WWF, tasked with leading the development and implementation of community-centered salmon conservation initiatives specifically in Bristol Bay. This position is crucial for supporting WWF's engagement in Arctic and North Pacific fisheries governance. Reporting to the US Arctic Managing Director and aligning with the WWF-US Arctic strategy, the Arctic Fisheries Manager is expected to advance conservation approaches that promote healthy salmon ecosystems, resilient communities, and sustainable fisheries. The role requires close collaboration with Indigenous Communities and Organizations, Bristol Bay communities, federal and state agencies, NGOs, researchers, and other partners to create and implement effective conservation strategies that are grounded in partnership and long-term stewardship. The Arctic Fisheries Manager will also represent WWF in various governance discussions, including the Central Arctic Ocean Fisheries Agreement (CAOFA) process, ensuring that WWF's interests and conservation priorities are effectively communicated and advocated for.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Arctic Fisheries Manager will be responsible for a comprehensive set of duties, including but not limited to: developing and implementing a Bristol Bay conservation strategy that emphasizes salmon protection, community prosperity, and long-term sustainability; building and maintaining respectful and collaborative relationships with Indigenous Communities and Organizations, Bristol Bay communities, federal and state agencies, NGO partners, and other stakeholders to advance salmon conservation priorities in Alaska; identifying, securing, and managing funding for Bristol Bay salmon conservation and Arctic fisheries initiatives; leading and coordinating conservation projects and partnerships related to salmon conservation, Arctic fisheries governance, and precautionary fisheries management approaches; working closely with WWF Global Arctic Programme and WWF national offices to support WWF's engagement in the development of Central Arctic Ocean fisheries management structures and governance frameworks; representing WWF as an observer at Central Arctic Ocean Fisheries Agreement meetings and related international forums; preparing work plans, reports, briefing materials, grant reports, presentations, and communications materials related to Bristol Bay and CAOFA initiatives; communicating program progress, outcomes, and lessons learned to donors, partners, agencies, communities, and the public; and supporting a collaborative, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment across WWF-US and WWF’s global network.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Arctic Fisheries Manager position must possess a Master’s degree in fisheries management, conservation biology, wildlife biology, natural resource management, environmental policy, or a related field. Additionally, candidates should have at least eight years of professional experience in conservation, fisheries management, community-based conservation, natural resource management, or a related field. Experience working in Alaska, particularly in rural or remote communities, is strongly preferred, as is experience working with Alaska Native Organizations and Communities. Candidates must demonstrate experience in developing and managing partnerships across government, Indigenous, nonprofit, academic, and community sectors, as well as fundraising and grant management experience. Strong project management and organizational skills are essential, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously. Experience engaging in policy, governance, or international conservation processes is preferred, along with a willingness to travel regularly within Alaska and periodically domestically and internationally, with travel potentially exceeding 40% during certain periods.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Arctic Fisheries Manager position includes a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as fisheries management, conservation biology, wildlife biology, natural resource management, or environmental policy. This advanced degree is essential for understanding the complexities of conservation and fisheries management, as well as the ecological and community dynamics involved in the role.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of eight years of professional experience in fields related to conservation, fisheries management, community-based conservation, or natural resource management. This level of experience is necessary to ensure that the candidate has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the field, particularly in the context of Alaska and its unique environmental and cultural landscape.
Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication within the organization and with stakeholders. Additional language skills, particularly in Indigenous languages or languages relevant to the communities engaged in the conservation efforts, would be considered advantageous and beneficial for fostering relationships and understanding cultural contexts.
Additional Notes:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all hired individuals will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire. It is important to note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position. WWF promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals, regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) was founded in 1961 and has since become one of the world's leading conservation organizations. With a mission to help people and nature thrive, WWF operates in over 100 countries worldwide. The organization partners with communities, companies, and governments to protect wildlife, conserve vital habitats, and advance sustainable solutions. Grounded in science and driven by collaboration, WWF focuses on conserving biodiversity, supporting resilient communities, and addressing climate change. Nearly 1 million individuals in the United States and more than 5 million globally are members of WWF, reflecting its extensive reach and commitment to environmental conservation.
Job Overview:
The Arctic Fisheries Manager is a pivotal role within WWF, tasked with leading the development and implementation of community-centered salmon conservation initiatives specifically in Bristol Bay. This position is crucial for supporting WWF's engagement in Arctic and North Pacific fisheries governance. Reporting to the US Arctic Managing Director and aligning with the WWF-US Arctic strategy, the Arctic Fisheries Manager is expected to advance conservation approaches that promote healthy salmon ecosystems, resilient communities, and sustainable fisheries. The role requires close collaboration with Indigenous Communities and Organizations, Bristol Bay communities, federal and state agencies, NGOs, researchers, and other partners to create and implement effective conservation strategies that are grounded in partnership and long-term stewardship. The Arctic Fisheries Manager will also represent WWF in various governance discussions, including the Central Arctic Ocean Fisheries Agreement (CAOFA) process, ensuring that WWF's interests and conservation priorities are effectively communicated and advocated for.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Arctic Fisheries Manager will be responsible for a comprehensive set of duties, including but not limited to: developing and implementing a Bristol Bay conservation strategy that emphasizes salmon protection, community prosperity, and long-term sustainability; building and maintaining respectful and collaborative relationships with Indigenous Communities and Organizations, Bristol Bay communities, federal and state agencies, NGO partners, and other stakeholders to advance salmon conservation priorities in Alaska; identifying, securing, and managing funding for Bristol Bay salmon conservation and Arctic fisheries initiatives; leading and coordinating conservation projects and partnerships related to salmon conservation, Arctic fisheries governance, and precautionary fisheries management approaches; working closely with WWF Global Arctic Programme and WWF national offices to support WWF's engagement in the development of Central Arctic Ocean fisheries management structures and governance frameworks; representing WWF as an observer at Central Arctic Ocean Fisheries Agreement meetings and related international forums; preparing work plans, reports, briefing materials, grant reports, presentations, and communications materials related to Bristol Bay and CAOFA initiatives; communicating program progress, outcomes, and lessons learned to donors, partners, agencies, communities, and the public; and supporting a collaborative, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment across WWF-US and WWF’s global network.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Arctic Fisheries Manager position must possess a Master’s degree in fisheries management, conservation biology, wildlife biology, natural resource management, environmental policy, or a related field. Additionally, candidates should have at least eight years of professional experience in conservation, fisheries management, community-based conservation, natural resource management, or a related field. Experience working in Alaska, particularly in rural or remote communities, is strongly preferred, as is experience working with Alaska Native Organizations and Communities. Candidates must demonstrate experience in developing and managing partnerships across government, Indigenous, nonprofit, academic, and community sectors, as well as fundraising and grant management experience. Strong project management and organizational skills are essential, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously. Experience engaging in policy, governance, or international conservation processes is preferred, along with a willingness to travel regularly within Alaska and periodically domestically and internationally, with travel potentially exceeding 40% during certain periods.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Arctic Fisheries Manager position includes a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as fisheries management, conservation biology, wildlife biology, natural resource management, or environmental policy. This advanced degree is essential for understanding the complexities of conservation and fisheries management, as well as the ecological and community dynamics involved in the role.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of eight years of professional experience in fields related to conservation, fisheries management, community-based conservation, or natural resource management. This level of experience is necessary to ensure that the candidate has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the field, particularly in the context of Alaska and its unique environmental and cultural landscape.
Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication within the organization and with stakeholders. Additional language skills, particularly in Indigenous languages or languages relevant to the communities engaged in the conservation efforts, would be considered advantageous and beneficial for fostering relationships and understanding cultural contexts.
Additional Notes:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all hired individuals will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire. It is important to note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position. WWF promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals, regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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