Vice President of Conservation Job at Confidential, San Jose, CA

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  • Confidential
  • San Jose, CA

Job Description

Vice President of Conservation

About the Company

Well-known environmental & wildlife conservation organization

Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management

Type
Non Profit

Founded
1905

Employees
501-1000

Categories

  • Bird
  • Bird Guide
  • Bird Habitat
  • Birds
  • Field Guide
  • National Audubon Society
  • Non-Profit & Philanthropy
  • Education
  • Non Profit
  • Publishing
  • Nature Conservation
  • Environment
  • Advocacy
  • Public Policy
  • Community
  • Volunteer Services
  • Sustainability
  • Climate Change
  • Cultural Activities


Specialties

  • grassroots conservation
  • public policy
  • environmental education
  • land stewardship and management
  • and important bird areas


About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President for a key conservation program in California. The successful candidate will be a seasoned and strategic leader with a strong background in conservation, environmental policy, advocacy, or civic engagement. This role is pivotal in driving the organization's mission forward, with a focus on habitat, climate, policy, and community-building strategies that align with national and international conservation goals. The Vice President will be responsible for developing and executing impactful conservation plans, leading a geographically distributed team, and fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance. Exceptional fundraising skills, political acumen, and the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders are essential.

Candidates for the Vice President position should have a minimum of 15 years' of senior leadership experience, a proven track record in fundraising, and a deep understanding of California's conservation and policy landscape. The role requires a dynamic communicator, a trusted relationship builder, and a strategic thinker capable of leading complex initiatives to success. The ideal candidate will be a respected advocate with the ability to engage across political spectrums and will demonstrate a strong commitment to the organization's values. Experience in managing diverse teams, fostering inclusive work environments, and a history of successful collaboration with various stakeholders are highly valued. The Vice President will also be expected to travel and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to fulfill the program's needs.

Hiring Manager Title
Vice President, Conservation Action, Western Flyways

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

  • General Management
  • Strategy
  • Operations

Job Tags

Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,

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