Climate Programs & Outreach Coordinator

MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oceanography organization in Washington, DC is seeking a Program Specialist II to support the US CLIVAR Project Office. The role involves managing communication strategies, assisting in research coordination, and providing organizational support. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in oceanography, meteorology, or earth system science, along with strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers opportunities to engage with the scientific community and facilitate interagency dialogue.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of work experience related to the job duties.
• Experience in physical climate research is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the US CLIVAR science community in planning research efforts.
• Manage the production and distribution of reports.
• Develop communication materials and leads outreach efforts.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Skill in using administrative software

Ability to build partnerships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in oceanography, meteorology, or earth system science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web site content management software

Job description

A leading oceanography organization in Washington, DC is seeking a Program Specialist II to support the US CLIVAR Project Office. The role involves managing communication strategies, assisting in research coordination, and providing organizational support. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in oceanography, meteorology, or earth system science, along with strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers opportunities to engage with the scientific community and facilitate interagency dialogue.