Vice President, Ocean Conservation & Strategy

Conservation Law Foundation; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) seeks a Vice President for Ocean Conservation to lead a high-impact program protecting New England’s ocean health and biodiversity.

You will guide strategy, manage a 10+ member team, and collaborate with leaders across law, science, and campaigns to advance sustainable fisheries, whale protections, and marine habitats. This is a mission-driven leadership role based in Boston with national impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in ocean law and policy.
• Law degree and active bar membership in good standing in any New England state or reciprocity.
• Experience applying core ocean conservation statutes such as MSA, ESA, MMPA, Antiquities Act.
• Strong leadership, people and project management experience.
• Experience building initiatives, teams, or large-scale programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead vision and strategy for CLF’s Ocean conservation work aligned with strategic priorities.
• Manage 10+ member team and foster inclusive workplace culture.
• Build partnerships with communities most affected by ocean issues.
• Guide fundraising, grant proposals, budgets, and reporting with development and finance teams.
• Oversee program budget and cross-team collaboration on campaigns and communications.
• Represent CLF with partners, officials, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Fundraising

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Partnership development

Policy advocacy

Communication

Networking

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) seeks a Vice President for Ocean Conservation to lead a high-impact program protecting New England’s ocean health and biodiversity.

You will guide strategy, manage a 10+ member team, and collaborate with leaders across law, science, and campaigns to advance sustainable fisheries, whale protections, and marine habitats. This is a mission-driven leadership role based in Boston with national impact.