Marine Fellow

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, USA

HI201

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Grounded in science, we develop innovative solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity; respect for people, communities, and cultures; and a collaborative, bipartisan approach. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world.

Established in 1980, TNC’s Hawai‘i program has forged partnerships to manage over 2 million acres of natural lands and has grown to include Palmyra Atoll. We currently manage 14 preserves and other sites in Hawai‘i and Palmyra Atoll. In Hawai‘i, we work with government agencies, private landowners, businesses, community partners and local stakeholders to protect and restore Hawai‘i’s native watershed forests, coral reefs, and nearshore fisheries for both their ecological value and the many benefits they provide to people. At Palmyra Atoll, a National Wildlife Refuge 1,000 miles south of Hawai‘i, we facilitate research in this living laboratory to better understand and address global questions around sustainable fisheries and resilience to climate change.

This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization!

The Marine Fellow is a full-time two-year position in The Nature Conservancy’s (TNC) Marine Conservation Fellowship Program. The program is designed to build well-qualified, experienced marine resource managers who will provide critically needed leadership and capacity for the sustainable management of Hawai‘i’s lands and waters into the future. Marine Fellows will be trained in a variety of professional and leadership skills and conduct on-the-ground conservation work with TNC staff and partners. During the two-year program, the Marine Fellow will assist in the development, implementation, management, monitoring, and coordination of science and community-based marine conservation projects throughout the main Hawaiian Islands. The first year of the fellowship program is focused on professional development and skills building in natural sciences, project management, strategic planning, resource monitoring, community capacity building, public policy, outreach and communications, leadership development, and more. During the second year of the fellowship, the Marine Fellow will work with program leadership to develop and complete a final capstone project in a topic area relating to their own professional goals that also advances priority marine conservation work.

Location: Oahu, Hawaii

We are looking for emerging professionals who are deeply committed to becoming the next generation of conservation leaders and agents of change in Hawaiʻi. Fellows work hand in hand with our communities to support the long-term success of marine and coastal resource management efforts in the face of sea level rise and other climate impacts.

• AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and 1-year related experience in natural resource management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with Hawai‘i’s natural systems, cultural practices, and communities as they relate to land or coastal management or marine conservation.
• Experience working with communities in Hawai‘i toward resource management goals
• Experience with managing groups or projects to meet or address a coastal or marine related challenge/issue.
• Demonstrated commitment, dedication, and passion for conserving Hawai‘i’s marine ecosystems.
• Ability to snorkel for at least 3 hours at a time in challenging weather conditions.

Each person who works at TNC contributes to our goal of protecting nature for future generations. Another one of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe feel that their unique contributions are valued. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “You’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.” To learn more, head to YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

We’re proud to support the health and wellbeing of the people we employ. We offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and other benefits that support work-life balance.

If you’re interested in working with us, please apply—we’d love to hear from you.

To apply for job ID 53677, submit your materials (resume and cover letter) online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 5:59 PM HST on July 28, 2023. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

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The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status or other status protected by law. The Nature Conservancy is also a “big tent” organization. We believe that all people benefit from conservation and that the cause should be inclusive of everyone regardless of their political persuasion. We work hard to make conservation a non-partisan issue through partnerships with stakeholders, elected officials, and industries that span the political spectrum.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.