Bird Conservation Policy & Engagement Manager (Remote)

The Wildlife Society; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

American Bird Conservancy (ABC) is seeking a part-time limited term Government Relations & Civic Engagement Manager to implement a focused strategy, engage with elected officials, and promote bird conservation through recognition programs and timely communications.

The position reports to the VP of Advocacy and Threats Programs, is remote, and offers an implementation-focused role with opportunities to collaborate with the Development team as needed. Application deadline is October 16, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with congressional, state legislative, or local government offices.
• Experience with conservation, environmental policy, agriculture, public lands, water, or related policy issues.
• Experience developing recognition programs, awards, events, or stakeholder engagement campaigns.
• Experience creating social media or digital communications for public officials or nonprofit organizations.
• Existing relationships with policymakers, government staff, conservation organizations, or relevant coalitions.
• Familiarity with 501(c)(4) organizations and the legal and strategic distinctions between 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Make bird-friendly leadership visible at local, state, and federal levels through recognition and storytelling via email, web stories, and social media.
• Build and maintain authentic, low-burden relationships with elected officials and their staff.
• Recognize and amplify positive actions by policymakers.
• Identify and support a small number of high-leverage policy opportunities.
• Develop recognition tools and experiences that elected officials are proud to share.
• Build toward 'Birdies' awards program that becomes a valued recognition for policymakers.

Job description

American Bird Conservancy (ABC) is seeking a part-time limited term Government Relations & Civic Engagement Manager to implement a focused strategy, engage with elected officials, and promote bird conservation through recognition programs and timely communications.

The position reports to the VP of Advocacy and Threats Programs, is remote, and offers an implementation-focused role with opportunities to collaborate with the Development team as needed. Application deadline is October 16, 2026.