Manager, Network Engagement

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Maryland

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

National Audubon Society in the Mid-Atlantic region seeks a senior leader to grow chapter capacity and strengthen conservation advocacy. You will build programs with high-capacity chapters and oversee cross-chapter communications to support regional chapters and campus programs.

You will help develop state policy platforms with the Policy Director, recruit advocates, and drive climate policy goals while traveling regionally; you’ll collaborate across teams to advance conservation priorities.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with at least five years of grassroots network building or related field.
Combination of education and experience will be considered.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to motivate volunteers and partners.
Strong written and verbal communication; ability to explain complex conservation and policy concepts to diverse audiences.
Track record linking ideas to strategic goals and outcomes.
Experience cultivating diverse community partners and partnerships, preferably with BIPOC-led groups.
Experience leading grassroots engagement on advocacy campaigns and building network capacity.
Willingness to travel; travel to out-of-state locations; some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

Lead development and implementation of strategies to build capacity within the Audubon chapter network.
Develop programs and partnerships with high-capacity chapters and oversee communication between Audubon and regional chapters.
Build chapter capacity to engage with conservation programs, community science efforts, and advocacy priorities.
Develop and implement state policy platforms in Maryland and Pennsylvania with the Policy Director.
Recruit, equip, and engage advocates and volunteers to advance conservation advocacy and climate policy goals.
Support college and university chapters in coordination with the Audubon on Campus program.
Support local engagement efforts and develop new grassroots leaders.
Provide tools for local municipal support of Lights Out and Bird-Friendly Building programs.
Organize and host chapter leader meetings, gatherings, and networking opportunities.
Work with communications staff on newsletters, social media, action alerts, and the regional website.
Provide updates and recommendations to the AMA advisory board and staff.
Partner with the national EDIB team to organize training for chapter leaders and staff.
Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts.
Collaborate with colleagues across the Americas on shared priorities.
Raise Audubon’s visibility through strategic partnerships and communications.
Organize and host in-person Audubon advocacy days in Harrisburg and Annapolis.

Skills

Grassroots Network Building

Public Policy Development

Advocacy Campaign Leadership

Community Engagement

Project Management

Collaborative Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Travel Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree and 5+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EveryAction Advocacy Database

Job description

Lead the ongoing development and implementation of strategies to build capacity within the Audubon chapter network
Develop programs and partnerships with high-capacity chapters and oversee communication channels between Audubon and regional chapters
Build chapter capacity to engage with conservation programs, community science efforts, and advocacy priorities
Develop and implement state policy platforms in Maryland and Pennsylvania with the Policy Director
Recruit, equip, and engage advocates and volunteers to advance conservation advocacy and climate policy goals
Support college and university chapters in coordination with the Audubon on Campus program
Support local engagement efforts and develop new grassroots leaders
Provide tools for local municipal support of Lights Out and Bird-Friendly Building programs
Organize and host chapter leader meetings, gatherings, and networking opportunities
Work with communications staff on newsletters, social media, action alerts, and the regional website
Provide updates and recommendations to the AMA advisory board and staff
Partner with the national EDIB team to organize training for chapter leaders and staff
Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts
Collaborate with colleagues across the Americas on shared priorities
Raise Audubon’s visibility through strategic partnerships and communications
Organize and host in-person Audubon advocacy days in Harrisburg and Annapolis

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ relevant experience in grassroots network building, grassroots advocacy, public policy, wildlife conservation, public service, or related field
A combination of education and experience will also be considered
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to motivate volunteers and partners
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to explain complex conservation and policy concepts to diverse audiences
Track record of taking ideas from concept through design and implementation and linking targets and outcomes to strategic goals
Experience cultivating diverse community partners and partnership projects, preferably with BIPOC-led groups
Experience leading grassroots engagement on issues or advocacy campaigns and building network advocacy capacity
Experience working across bipartisan coalitions, urban and rural constituencies, and communities of color
Experience overseeing complex or multiple projects, including financial goals, deadlines, and coordination of staff and partners
Strong problem-solving skills
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments valued
Thorough understanding of advocacy, communications, and grassroots engagement
Outstanding interpersonal skills, judgment, collaboration, and coalition-building ability
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite applications and web-based engagement systems
Experience with EveryAction or similar advocacy database desired
Willingness to travel, including occasional out-of-state travel, and work some evenings and weekends
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic
Demonstrated interest in conservation and commitment to the National Audubon Society mission

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in grassroots network building, advocacy, and public policy, with a strong focus on wildlife conservation and community engagement. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, cultivate partnerships, and implement strategic initiatives that align with conservation goals.

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