Conservation Program Manager, Mississippi River Resilience

National Audubon Society; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 62,026 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

National Audubon Society is seeking a Program Manager for the Mississippi River program in New Orleans, LA. The role focuses on nature-based solutions and resilience, working with partners from local governments, landowners, and funders across the Mississippi River basin.

You will lead project development, manage grants, and coordinate with national teams to advance habitat connectivity and community resilience, with hybrid work arrangements and periodic travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, hydrology, ecology, natural resources management, or related field; advanced degree a plus.
• 5 years of experience in project management with conservation strategies and diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with field research or monitoring projects; agricultural setting a plus.
• Knowledge of Mississippi River watershed issues and water management principles.
• Strong project management skills: goals, problem solving, time management, grant management, collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop, in consultation with the Program Director, the implementation of nature-based solutions in the Mississippi River basin.
• Work with a coalition of partners at the regional and local level to achieve project implementation.
• Build upon existing partnerships and seek new opportunities for stakeholders and funders.
• Conduct site selection and development for habitat connectivity and resilience projects.
• Host meetings with landowners, agencies, and organizations to gather stakeholder input.
• Assist in planning and leading high-value site visits across key regions.
• Manage or co-manage projects that support Mississippi River Water Program objectives.
• Assist in grant applications and management of grant-funded projects.
• Support philanthropy and public funding efforts.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Americas on shared priorities.
• Maintain safety culture and adapt to evolving requirements.

Skills

Project management

Grant management

Stakeholder engagement

Contract management

Communication

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, hydrology, ecology, natural resources management, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ArcGIS/ArcGIS Pro

Job description

National Audubon Society is seeking a Program Manager for the Mississippi River program in New Orleans, LA. The role focuses on nature-based solutions and resilience, working with partners from local governments, landowners, and funders across the Mississippi River basin.

You will lead project development, manage grants, and coordinate with national teams to advance habitat connectivity and community resilience, with hybrid work arrangements and periodic travel.