Director, Global Conservation Science Leadership

World Wildlife Fund, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 128,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

World Wildlife Fund, Inc. seeks a Director to lead the Russell E. Train Education for Nature (EFN) and Conservation Science Leadership program. You will set strategy, oversee operations, and manage a global fellowship network with a focus on capacity development and alumni engagement.

The role requires a Master’s degree (Ph.D. preferred) and 10+ years in science capacity development or international education, plus travel. Located in the United States; relocation is not provided.

Qualifications

• Master's degree is required; Ph.D. strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in science capacity development or international education.
• Experience leading multi-year resource mobilization strategies and plans; budgeting and donor compliance.

Responsibilities

• Delivers strategic vision for conservation science leadership and capacity development.
• Implements strategy and workplan for the EFN and Conservation Science Leadership Program with a professional team.
• Develops sustainable resource model and fundraising plans with cross-sector partners.
• Manages staff, external collaborators, and maintains an active alumni network.
• Represents WWF on conservation science capacity and leadership with universities and donors.
• Oversees budgets, grants, compliance and donor reporting; travels internationally.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Resource mobilization

Relationship building

Communication

Project management

Alumni network development

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Ph.D. preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

World Wildlife Fund, Inc. seeks a Director to lead the Russell E. Train Education for Nature (EFN) and Conservation Science Leadership program. You will set strategy, oversee operations, and manage a global fellowship network with a focus on capacity development and alumni engagement.

The role requires a Master’s degree (Ph.D. preferred) and 10+ years in science capacity development or international education, plus travel. Located in the United States; relocation is not provided.