Director, Conservation Science Leadership

World Wildlife Fund; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) seeks a Director to lead the Russell E. Train Education for Nature and Conservation Science Leadership program.

The Director sets strategy, operations, and funding for a global portfolio of fellowships, grants, and capacity development initiatives, aiming to strengthen conservation science capacity across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The role involves cultivating a self-sustaining alumni network, engaging universities and partners, and mobilizing resources to extend

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Ph.D. is strongly preferred.
• Experience in science capacity development or international education is required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers a strategic vision for conservation science leadership and capacity development.
• Implements strategy and workplan for the program with a professional team.
• Develops sustainable resource models and fundraising plans.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Resource mobilization

Relationship building

Alumni networks

Grant management

Communication

Education

Master's degree

PhD preferred

Job description

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) seeks a Director to lead the Russell E. Train Education for Nature and Conservation Science Leadership program.

The Director sets strategy, operations, and funding for a global portfolio of fellowships, grants, and capacity development initiatives, aiming to strengthen conservation science capacity across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The role involves cultivating a self-sustaining alumni network, engaging universities and partners, and mobilizing resources to extend