Remote Global Fisheries Policy & RFMO Engagement Lead

GBR The Nature Conservancy; Virginia; Remote; USD 61,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Parental leave

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Fisheries Policy Associate to support engagement in Regional Fisheries Management Organizations (RFMOs) and the use of electronic monitoring systems. The role provides research, analysis, and coordination to bolster RFMO strategies and policy advocacy across international, country, and local levels.

The position reports to the International Fisheries Policy Advisor and requires travel; location is negotiable globally with a preference for the Americas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience researching information from divergent sources and compiling it into a cohesive reporting structure.
• Experience with legislative, planning, policy or corporate initiatives at international, country, sub-national, or local levels.
• Experience presenting to government or corporate staff and/or program leadership.
• Experience working with partners/government agencies and the corporate sector.

Responsibilities

• Supports international fisheries policy portfolio objectives and provides research and policy analysis.
• Maintains task management systems and meets deadlines.
• Balances multiple tasks and meets tight deadlines.
• Coordinates meetings, agendas, presentations, and advocacy materials.
• Develops strategic relationships with agencies, conservation organizations, and industry to advance the organization’s conservation agenda.

Skills

Research & policy analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Written communication

Travel international

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Fisheries Policy Associate to support engagement in Regional Fisheries Management Organizations (RFMOs) and the use of electronic monitoring systems. The role provides research, analysis, and coordination to bolster RFMO strategies and policy advocacy across international, country, and local levels.

The position reports to the International Fisheries Policy Advisor and requires travel; location is negotiable globally with a preference for the Americas.