sábado, 24 de junio de 2017
Freshwater Communications Strategy Manager
Freshwater Communications Strategy Manager
Job ID 45524
Location Mexico
Full-Time
Mexico City DF - Mexico
The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact for people and nature around the world in 69 countries, all 50 United States, major US cities and in your neighborhood. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Freshwater Communications Strategy Manager for the Latin America Water Funds Partnership (LAWFP) implements and manages communication strategies and plans that align with the overall goals of the LAWFP and the operating units and program initiatives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Freshwater Communications Strategy Manager manages and implements efficient and effective communications, media and engagement plans to help drive organizational strategy. S/he develops and cultivates relations with key stakeholders of implemented Water Funds and partners of the LAWFP, negotiating to make sure that the creative work reflects the positioning voice of the organization, partners and interests align, and detecting and resolving sensible issues. S/he identifies communications and media needs and opportunities, and facilitates on-going communication between all parts of the regionally dispersed communication division, external stakeholders, and business units of the organization, for projects delivery. S/he works closely with different teams to ensure the correct use of TNC’s or external partners marketing guidelines. The Freshwater Communications Strategy Manager manages communication strategies and program implementation, which may include high profile or key audiences. S/he may supervise staff and manages the budget, key operational plans and dissemination of media information. S/he provides consultation, media training, coaching and talking points to persons serving as spokesperson(s). S/he engages and foster relations with media contacts.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
Develops and cultivates relations with external partners, detecting and resolving sensitive issues or conflicts in coordination with the unit’s executive team and other teams, ensuring that organization and external partners’ interests align.
Designs, manages and implements multiple projects and guides the elaboration of materials, working with and coordinating other professionals inside and outside the organization (such as partners and contractors), setting objectives and following up rigorously on deliverables.
Coordinates timely information updates on internal platforms, for accuracy of internal and external communication.
Coordinates timely information updates on external platform (website) for external communications purpose, and manages webpage.
Identifies and coordinates organization’s or specific business unit’s participation in key events.
Leads communications alignment and content dissemination among different teams and levels or the organization.
Assists with creation/administration of budget, evaluates results and develops corrective strategies as needed. Reports on deliverables.
Leads communication and media initiatives through collaboration with key stakeholders.
Responsibility and accountability for meeting strategic goals and objectives.
May manage or co-manage one or more professional staff and accountable for achievement of team business and professional development goals and objectives.
Opportunity to act independently within specific program or project goals. Work checked through agreement by superiors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in related field and a minimum of 8 years related experience or equivalent combination. Master´s degree is a plus.
Experience in project management, developing communications, media and engagement strategies and measuring results.
Experience cultivating and managing client relationships.
Experience supervising staff and team.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred.
Demonstrated client management and conflict-solving skills. Excellent writing, presentation, communication, mediation and negotiation skills, with ability to articulate ideas in a compelling manner for different audiences.
Experience developing, implementing and measuring communication and engagement plans/strategies.
Ability to persuasively convey the mission of The Nature Conservancy and the LAWFP to diverse groups including donors and the public.
Experience leading in a team-based environment with internal and/or external partners.
Experience conceiving and writing creatively for various audiences from technical information.
Familiarity with communication technologies and best practices.
Experience and/or understanding of communication best practices at a decentralized organization a plus.
Demonstrated ability in planning and delivery of communication strategies and budgets.
Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in relevant communication/marketing disciplines. Cross disciplinary knowledge to support program objectives.
Management experience that includes ability to lead, motivate, set objectives and manage performance and conflict resolution.
Fosters an environment of creativity and professional growth.
Fluent Spanish and English. Portuguese is a plus.
Experience managing corporate communication channels and mail campaigns.
Experience in media relations (interviews, press conferences, press advisory and press releases, content placement).
HOW TO APPLY
To apply to position number 45524, submit resume (required) and cover letter separately using the upload buttons. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on June 26, 2017.
Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.
If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org. *LI-NC1
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Job ID 45524
Location Mexico
Full-Time
Mexico City DF - Mexico
The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact for people and nature around the world in 69 countries, all 50 United States, major US cities and in your neighborhood. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Freshwater Communications Strategy Manager for the Latin America Water Funds Partnership (LAWFP) implements and manages communication strategies and plans that align with the overall goals of the LAWFP and the operating units and program initiatives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Freshwater Communications Strategy Manager manages and implements efficient and effective communications, media and engagement plans to help drive organizational strategy. S/he develops and cultivates relations with key stakeholders of implemented Water Funds and partners of the LAWFP, negotiating to make sure that the creative work reflects the positioning voice of the organization, partners and interests align, and detecting and resolving sensible issues. S/he identifies communications and media needs and opportunities, and facilitates on-going communication between all parts of the regionally dispersed communication division, external stakeholders, and business units of the organization, for projects delivery. S/he works closely with different teams to ensure the correct use of TNC’s or external partners marketing guidelines. The Freshwater Communications Strategy Manager manages communication strategies and program implementation, which may include high profile or key audiences. S/he may supervise staff and manages the budget, key operational plans and dissemination of media information. S/he provides consultation, media training, coaching and talking points to persons serving as spokesperson(s). S/he engages and foster relations with media contacts.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
Develops and cultivates relations with external partners, detecting and resolving sensitive issues or conflicts in coordination with the unit’s executive team and other teams, ensuring that organization and external partners’ interests align.
Designs, manages and implements multiple projects and guides the elaboration of materials, working with and coordinating other professionals inside and outside the organization (such as partners and contractors), setting objectives and following up rigorously on deliverables.
Coordinates timely information updates on internal platforms, for accuracy of internal and external communication.
Coordinates timely information updates on external platform (website) for external communications purpose, and manages webpage.
Identifies and coordinates organization’s or specific business unit’s participation in key events.
Leads communications alignment and content dissemination among different teams and levels or the organization.
Assists with creation/administration of budget, evaluates results and develops corrective strategies as needed. Reports on deliverables.
Leads communication and media initiatives through collaboration with key stakeholders.
Responsibility and accountability for meeting strategic goals and objectives.
May manage or co-manage one or more professional staff and accountable for achievement of team business and professional development goals and objectives.
Opportunity to act independently within specific program or project goals. Work checked through agreement by superiors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in related field and a minimum of 8 years related experience or equivalent combination. Master´s degree is a plus.
Experience in project management, developing communications, media and engagement strategies and measuring results.
Experience cultivating and managing client relationships.
Experience supervising staff and team.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred.
Demonstrated client management and conflict-solving skills. Excellent writing, presentation, communication, mediation and negotiation skills, with ability to articulate ideas in a compelling manner for different audiences.
Experience developing, implementing and measuring communication and engagement plans/strategies.
Ability to persuasively convey the mission of The Nature Conservancy and the LAWFP to diverse groups including donors and the public.
Experience leading in a team-based environment with internal and/or external partners.
Experience conceiving and writing creatively for various audiences from technical information.
Familiarity with communication technologies and best practices.
Experience and/or understanding of communication best practices at a decentralized organization a plus.
Demonstrated ability in planning and delivery of communication strategies and budgets.
Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in relevant communication/marketing disciplines. Cross disciplinary knowledge to support program objectives.
Management experience that includes ability to lead, motivate, set objectives and manage performance and conflict resolution.
Fosters an environment of creativity and professional growth.
Fluent Spanish and English. Portuguese is a plus.
Experience managing corporate communication channels and mail campaigns.
Experience in media relations (interviews, press conferences, press advisory and press releases, content placement).
HOW TO APPLY
To apply to position number 45524, submit resume (required) and cover letter separately using the upload buttons. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on June 26, 2017.
Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.
If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org. *LI-NC1
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Estancia posdoctoral en el áre de bioinformática y genómica.
La Escuela Nacional de Medicina del Tecnológico de Monterrey invita a doctores investigadores altamente motivados a una estancia post-doctoral en el área de bioinformática y genómica en el laboratorio del Dr. Víctor Treviño a partir de Agosto o Septiembre del presente año. Es deseable más no indispensable tener conocimientos de biología siempre y cuando se complementen con habilidades en computación (programación, análisis de datos, o aprendizaje automático). Los proyectos involucran programación simple, tal vez en R, para análisis e interpretación de datos como mutaciones, variaciones en el número de copias, expresión y metilación en cáncer tanto de datos generados en nuestros laboratorios como en el uso de datos públicos. Se espera que los candidatos cuenten con experiencia demostrable por tesis o publicaciones, que tengan el grado de doctor y que eventualmente exponga sus resultados anteriores en un seminario (vía remota o vía presencial con vuelo pagado si es necesario). Los candidatos estarán involucrados en ambientes científicos multidisciplinarios y altamente competitivos. Contrato de al menos 1 año. El tiempo adicional de contrato y la plaza dependerá del candidato y resultados. El sueldo del primer año ronda por los $27,000.00 pesos. Los interesados pueden comunicarse directamente con el investigador al correo vtrevino@itesm.mx. Dr. Víctor Manuel Treviño Alvarado, Profesor-Investigador Asociado, SNI-2, TECNOLÓGICO DE MONTERREY, vtrevino@itesm.mx
Conservacion de Cuencias costeras en el contexto de cambio climático.
El proyecto de Conservación de Cuencas Costeras en el Contexto de Cambio Climático (C6) convoca a interesados en la conslutoría enfocada en la identificación de capacidades y fortalecimiento de las organizaciones a cargo de sub-proyectos y sus coaliciones.
Enlace
Enlace
Maestría Ecología Internacional
CONVOCAN A LA
Maestría en Ecología Internacional
(Programa de Maestría Profesionalizante)
En un mundo globalizado, El Colegio de la Frontera Sur, en México y la Universidad de Sherbrooke en Canadá preocupados ante la necesidad de acentuar el perfil intercultural e internacional de su comunidad estudiantil, crean la Maestría Profesionalizante en Ecología Internacional. El objetivo de la maestría es formar ecólogos profesionales en el tema de los grandes ecosistemas del mundo que adquieran experiencia concreta de trabajo en el extranjero con una apertura multicultural.
Para ser admitido en este programa, el candidato o la candidata debe tener un título de licenciatura en biología o en áreas afines, con un dominio amplio en temas de ecología, que sea consciente de la riqueza del uso, preservación y gestión de la diversidad ecológica así como capaz de aplicar sus conocimientos en situaciones reales y trabajar en equipo. Así mismo, deberá tener conocimientos intermedios del idioma francés e intermedios del idioma inglés.
La duración del programa es de 24 meses y requiere de la asistencia a cursos en las dos instituciones favoreciendo el aprendizaje in situ de los idiomas francés y español, así como un periodo de práctica en algún país ajeno al idioma materno del estudiante.
El egresado o egresada de la Maestría Profesionalizante en Ecología Internacional, tiene una formación sólida en ecología, basada en conocimientos fundamentales sobre el conjunto de los diversos ecosistemas que caracterizan a los grandes biomas continentales. Comprende la compleja dinámica que une a la sociedad, la economía y los ecosistemas. Tiene una perspectiva global de los principales problemas ambientales. Identifica, propone y aplica medidas concretas en un marco local o internacional, en la solución de problemas específicos. Actúa con integridad, y se compromete plenamente en la organización donde labora. Su campo de acción es la consultoría independiente, en el sector público, privado y en organizaciones no gubernamentales.
Fechas importantes:
Fecha de publicación de la convocatoria: 12 de junio de 2017.
Fecha límite para enviar la solicitud de ingreso: 16 de octubre de 2017.
Publicación de resultados de pase a la segunda etapa: 30 de octubre 2017.
Exámenes y entrevista a los de la segunda etapa: 7, 8 y 9 de noviembre de 2017 (examen de competencias lingüísticas en francés y entrevista).
Publicación de aceptados: 17 de noviembre de 2017
Inicio de clases: abril de 2018
Enlace.
Executive Assistant-Development associate, Bahia de Kino Mexico
The Prescott College Kino Bay Center for Cultural and Ecological Studies seeks a motivated and talented individual to provide leadership and support for the Center’s regional conservation, community and education work. Prescott College is a private liberal arts institution of higher learning in Arizona offering B.A., B.S., M.A. and Ph.D. degrees. The Kino Bay Center for Cultural and Ecological Studies is Prescott College’s field station on the central shores of the Gulf of California in Sonora, Mexico. The Center’s mission is to protect priority species and habitats through the integrated application of science, education, information exchange, and community participation. The Center promotes and models collaborations between people from different cultures and institutions to co-create solutions to complex conservation challenges.
The EA/DA works with the Director in a variety of areas that include, but are not limited to, development, internal and external communication, administrative support and leadership. The Center is seeking someone who has a strong interest in learning about all aspects of non-profit management and will be proactive in finding ways to assist the director in making the Center run efficiently and effectively. The successful applicant will have demonstrated skills in the areas of problem solving, attention to detail and organization. The roles and responsibilities of this position are likely to adapt as needed, therefore the candidate needs a high level of flexibility and the ability to prioritize and work on a wide range of tasks concurrently. The EADA is based at the Kino Bay Center in Bahia de Kino, Mexico and travels regularly between the Center and Prescott College in Arizona and occasionally to other locations.
Assisting the director in coordination and implantation of Development activities (40%): Responsibilities Include
Assist the Director with grant management, researching potential new funders and grant writing;
Lead fundraising initiatives, which includes managing campaigns, assisting with donor cultivation and appreciation;
Represent the Center in meetings and correspondences with potential donors and collaborators;
Manage mailing list through Sales Force;
Work with the Media a Communication Fellow to produce newsletters, annual reports and other strategic communications.
Assisting the Director with administrative tasks (30%): Responsibilities include
Assist the Director in logistics, meeting facilitation, event planning organization, calendar development and management;
Assist the Director in record keeping and correspondence.
Leadership (30%) responsibilities include
Provide participant leadership for team building and cultivation of a positive living/learning environment;
Act as a liaison between the director and staff in facilitating communication;
Oversee the Media and Communications Fellow to implement the Center’s Information Center Strategic Plan (development of bilingual outreach materials, social media, website content management, displays, art, communicating science, information management and more);
Act as a liaison between the field station and several departments at Prescott College;
Assist the Director with advisory council communication;
Participate in the Center's research and outreach activities as possible.
Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the mission of the Kino Bay Center
Demonstrated high levels of organization
Attention to detail, ability to problem solve and often work independently
Demonstrated success in fundraising and outreach efforts
Excellent writing and editing skills; professional level English required;
Intermediate Spanish language skills
Information management skills (file management and use of Google Drive and Drop Box)
Some prior experience using Salesforce database or other CMS program or the demonstrated ability to learn new programs quickly
Ability to work and live as a part of a bilingual team in a remote communal field station in a small fishing village in northwestern Mexico
Willingness to pitch in beyond project work to creating a functional and positive field station atmosphere
Ability to design appealing print and web-based material
Desirable Skills
Experience with CC Suite (InDesign), Microsoft Excel, Word and Adobe Acrobat
Excellent visual media skills (photography, video, graphic design, slideshows, etc.)
Experience managing public social media accounts such as Facebook and Instagram
Willingness/desire to participate in projects conducted through the Center
Working knowledge of ecology, conservation issues and culture of NW Mexico and/or coastal and marine regions in general
Photo and bibliographic database mgt. skills
Housing, competitive entry-level salary, project expenses and partial reimbursement of travel expenses will be provided.
Please direct inquiries and applications to Liz Gregg (liz.gregg@prescott.edu) and Lorayne Meltzer (lmeltzer@prescott.edu ) with the subject EA_DA applicant. To apply please send a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a cover letter addressing your interest in the position and your relevant experience and skills (see above). Applications received before June 30th 2017 will be given priority; start date is September 15, 2017. For more information please visit our website: http://www.prescott.edu/kino-bay-center/index.html
The EA/DA works with the Director in a variety of areas that include, but are not limited to, development, internal and external communication, administrative support and leadership. The Center is seeking someone who has a strong interest in learning about all aspects of non-profit management and will be proactive in finding ways to assist the director in making the Center run efficiently and effectively. The successful applicant will have demonstrated skills in the areas of problem solving, attention to detail and organization. The roles and responsibilities of this position are likely to adapt as needed, therefore the candidate needs a high level of flexibility and the ability to prioritize and work on a wide range of tasks concurrently. The EADA is based at the Kino Bay Center in Bahia de Kino, Mexico and travels regularly between the Center and Prescott College in Arizona and occasionally to other locations.
Assisting the director in coordination and implantation of Development activities (40%): Responsibilities Include
Assist the Director with grant management, researching potential new funders and grant writing;
Lead fundraising initiatives, which includes managing campaigns, assisting with donor cultivation and appreciation;
Represent the Center in meetings and correspondences with potential donors and collaborators;
Manage mailing list through Sales Force;
Work with the Media a Communication Fellow to produce newsletters, annual reports and other strategic communications.
Assisting the Director with administrative tasks (30%): Responsibilities include
Assist the Director in logistics, meeting facilitation, event planning organization, calendar development and management;
Assist the Director in record keeping and correspondence.
Leadership (30%) responsibilities include
Provide participant leadership for team building and cultivation of a positive living/learning environment;
Act as a liaison between the director and staff in facilitating communication;
Oversee the Media and Communications Fellow to implement the Center’s Information Center Strategic Plan (development of bilingual outreach materials, social media, website content management, displays, art, communicating science, information management and more);
Act as a liaison between the field station and several departments at Prescott College;
Assist the Director with advisory council communication;
Participate in the Center's research and outreach activities as possible.
Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the mission of the Kino Bay Center
Demonstrated high levels of organization
Attention to detail, ability to problem solve and often work independently
Demonstrated success in fundraising and outreach efforts
Excellent writing and editing skills; professional level English required;
Intermediate Spanish language skills
Information management skills (file management and use of Google Drive and Drop Box)
Some prior experience using Salesforce database or other CMS program or the demonstrated ability to learn new programs quickly
Ability to work and live as a part of a bilingual team in a remote communal field station in a small fishing village in northwestern Mexico
Willingness to pitch in beyond project work to creating a functional and positive field station atmosphere
Ability to design appealing print and web-based material
Desirable Skills
Experience with CC Suite (InDesign), Microsoft Excel, Word and Adobe Acrobat
Excellent visual media skills (photography, video, graphic design, slideshows, etc.)
Experience managing public social media accounts such as Facebook and Instagram
Willingness/desire to participate in projects conducted through the Center
Working knowledge of ecology, conservation issues and culture of NW Mexico and/or coastal and marine regions in general
Photo and bibliographic database mgt. skills
Housing, competitive entry-level salary, project expenses and partial reimbursement of travel expenses will be provided.
Please direct inquiries and applications to Liz Gregg (liz.gregg@prescott.edu) and Lorayne Meltzer (lmeltzer@prescott.edu ) with the subject EA_DA applicant. To apply please send a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a cover letter addressing your interest in the position and your relevant experience and skills (see above). Applications received before June 30th 2017 will be given priority; start date is September 15, 2017. For more information please visit our website: http://www.prescott.edu/kino-bay-center/index.html
CONSERVATION FELLOWSHIP IN WATERBIRD MONITORING AND RESEARCH
CONSERVATION FELLOWSHIP IN WATERBIRD MONITORING AND RESEARCH - The Prescott College Kino Bay Center for Cultural and Ecological Studies seeks a Fellow to contribute to regional conservation efforts through waterbird monitoring. Prescott College is a private liberal arts institution of higher learning in Arizona offering B.A., B.S., M.A. and Ph.D. degrees. The Kino Bay Center for Cultural and Ecological Studies is Prescott College’s field station on the central shores of the Gulf of California in Sonora, Mexico. The Center’s mission is to protect priority species and habitats through the integrated application of science, education, information exchange, and community participation. The Center promotes and models collaborations between people from different cultures and institutions to co-create solutions to complex conservation challenges.
The waterbird monitoring program monitors migratory and resident waterbirds in an assortment of habitats ranging from rocky islands to muddy estuaries in the Gulf of California in Mexico, a very important region for nesting and migratory waterbirds. Data has been collected over many years through projects including: multispecies waterbird censuses in coastal wetlands, nest monitoring, productivity studies, and pelagic seabird monitoring. Focal species include ~20 species of waterbirds including wading birds, shorebirds, pelicans, murrelets and gulls.
Responsibilities: The focus of the 2017-2018 WMP Fellowship is the application of data to management, conservation and outreach. The fellowship recipient will work in collaboration with interns, students, researchers, local indigenous groups and community members to conduct monitoring and to enter, analyze and apply data. During the 2017-2018 season there will be an emphasis on analysis of long-term datasets, the preparation of reports and manuscripts for publication and the application of data to regional management and outreach efforts. The fellowship allows for some degree of freedom to pursue independent research interests. The fellow will participate in events, outreach, and collaboration with other programs at the Center. Additionally, interfacing with students taking field classes and visiting researchers, as well as just pitching in at the field station generally is essential. Everyone at the center is expected to contribute to the Center’s vision of modeling multi-cultural and co-creative collaborations.
Required experience/skills include:
- Strong interest in and commitment to bird conservation; familiarity and confidence identifying and estimating group size for waterbirds (esp. shorebirds, gulls, terns, ducks, wading birds, seabirds);
- Ability to collect data accurately in harsh conditions (desert sun, high heat, biting insects); Experience developing and following research protocols for field studies;
- Experience entering and maintaining data in Excel and running statistical analyses; experience using GPS units and ArcGIS;
- Excellent organization and writing skills with experience preparing and publishing peer-reviewed articles;
- B.S./B.A in natural resources, ornithology, or related field required, M.S./M.A. preferred
- English and Spanish language skills (fluency in one and competency in the other);
- Experience and passion for teaching and public speaking for a range of audiences;
- Ability/desire to collaborate with governmental agencies and NGOs toward regional goals;
- Ability to work and live as a part of a bilingual team in a remote communal field station in a small fishing village in northwestern Mexico;
- Ability to be self-directed/motivated as well as work alone in the field;
- Ability to lift 40 lbs. and be in relatively good shape (able to walk 10+ km in a day sometimes through thick mud and waist-deep water);
- Willingness to pitch in beyond project work to create a functional and positive field station atmosphere.
- Strong interest in and commitment to bird conservation; familiarity and confidence identifying and estimating group size for waterbirds (esp. shorebirds, gulls, terns, ducks, wading birds, seabirds);
- Ability to collect data accurately in harsh conditions (desert sun, high heat, biting insects); Experience developing and following research protocols for field studies;
- Experience entering and maintaining data in Excel and running statistical analyses; experience using GPS units and ArcGIS;
- Excellent organization and writing skills with experience preparing and publishing peer-reviewed articles;
- B.S./B.A in natural resources, ornithology, or related field required, M.S./M.A. preferred
- English and Spanish language skills (fluency in one and competency in the other);
- Experience and passion for teaching and public speaking for a range of audiences;
- Ability/desire to collaborate with governmental agencies and NGOs toward regional goals;
- Ability to work and live as a part of a bilingual team in a remote communal field station in a small fishing village in northwestern Mexico;
- Ability to be self-directed/motivated as well as work alone in the field;
- Ability to lift 40 lbs. and be in relatively good shape (able to walk 10+ km in a day sometimes through thick mud and waist-deep water);
- Willingness to pitch in beyond project work to create a functional and positive field station atmosphere.
Housing, a living stipend, project expenses and partial reimbursement of travel expenses will be provided. To apply please send a resume, contact information for 3 references and a cover letter addressing your interest in the position and your relevant experience and skills to the Prescott College Kino Bay Center kino_bay@prescott.edu and to Elizabeth Gregg liz.gregg@prescott.edu with the heading “WMP Fellow application”. Fellowship term is September 15, 2017 through at least July 30, 2018. We are expecting that this will be a two year appointment, although the second year is dependent upon funding. Applications will be accepted until June 30th 2017. For more information please visit our website: http://www.prescott....nter/index.html
FMCN convoca a interesados en el puesto de Oficial del Programa de Conservación de Mares y Costas (PCMyC)
Para esto requiere de una persona con estudios de licenciatura (indispensable) y maestría (deseable) en Ciencias Biológicas o carreras afines con experiencia en recursos marinos y pesquerías, con al mnos cinco años de experiencia en planeación y supervisión de proyectos. Dominio demostrado del idioma inglés y manejo de paquetería de cómputo y redes sociales, entre otros.
El puesto es de tiempo completo, basado en La Paz, California Sur.
Fecha limite 10 de Julio de 2017.
Convocatoria completa.
Servicio de consultoría para implementar acciones de control de tres especies exóticas invasoras de alta prioridad y seguimiento de las actividades de control realizadas en el año anterior en el Parque Nacional Cumbres de Monterrey
“Servicio de consultoría para implementar acciones de control de tres especies exóticas invasoras de alta prioridad y seguimiento de las actividades de control realizadas en el año anterior en el Parque Nacional Cumbres de Monterrey.”
Duración estimada: Ocho meses
Fecha de inicio: Julio 2017
Fecha de Término: Febrero 2018
Número y Título del Proyecto: 00089333 FSP - Fort. capacidades manejo de Especies Exoticas Invasoras
Objetivo: Reducción de la presencia de las especies exóticas invasoras: Trueno (Ligustrum lucidum), Sombrilla japonesa (Koelreuteria paniculata) y Madre de mil hijos (Kalanchoe houghtonii) a través de acciones de control y conocer el estado de las áreas donde fueron controladas en 2016: Trueno (Ligustrum lucidum), Sombrilla japonesa (Koelreuteria paniculata), Madre de mil hijos (Kalanchoe houghtonii), Carrizo (Arundo donax) y Tabaquillo (Nicotiana glauca), para salvaguardar la vegetación nativa.
Nombre del Supervisor: Encargado de la dirección del PNCM, Dirección de Especies Prioritarias para la Conservación de CONANP y Unidad Coordinadora del Proyecto (UCP).
Descripción de Viajes: El oferente deberá considerar en su propuesta técnica y económica los viajes para la consecución de la consultoría, de ser requeridos.
Lugar de trabajo: Parque Nacional Cumbres de Monterrey
Forma de Pago: Tres pagos contra entrega y aceptación de los productos/servicios.
Dedicación: Parcial
Enlace
Duración estimada: Ocho meses
Fecha de inicio: Julio 2017
Fecha de Término: Febrero 2018
Número y Título del Proyecto: 00089333 FSP - Fort. capacidades manejo de Especies Exoticas Invasoras
Objetivo: Reducción de la presencia de las especies exóticas invasoras: Trueno (Ligustrum lucidum), Sombrilla japonesa (Koelreuteria paniculata) y Madre de mil hijos (Kalanchoe houghtonii) a través de acciones de control y conocer el estado de las áreas donde fueron controladas en 2016: Trueno (Ligustrum lucidum), Sombrilla japonesa (Koelreuteria paniculata), Madre de mil hijos (Kalanchoe houghtonii), Carrizo (Arundo donax) y Tabaquillo (Nicotiana glauca), para salvaguardar la vegetación nativa.
Nombre del Supervisor: Encargado de la dirección del PNCM, Dirección de Especies Prioritarias para la Conservación de CONANP y Unidad Coordinadora del Proyecto (UCP).
Descripción de Viajes: El oferente deberá considerar en su propuesta técnica y económica los viajes para la consecución de la consultoría, de ser requeridos.
Lugar de trabajo: Parque Nacional Cumbres de Monterrey
Forma de Pago: Tres pagos contra entrega y aceptación de los productos/servicios.
Dedicación: Parcial
Enlace
Beca doctoral Argentina: Fitoplancton y Zooplancton.
Beca doctoral/ postdoctoral CONICET (Convocatoria 2017).
Lugar: Estación de Fotobiología Playa Unión- Playa Unión, Rawson-Chubut.
Proyecto 1 - Investigador responsable: Dra. Virginia Villafañe. Título del proyecto: Efectos del cambio global en el fitoplancton de áreas costeras Patagónicas.
Proyecto 2 - Investigador responsable: Dra. Macarena Valiñas. Título del proyecto: Respuestas ecofisiológicas del zooplancton frente a un escenario de cambio climático global.
Requisitos: Estudiantes avanzados en Biología o carreras afines, con posibilidad de realizar su tesina de grado/ y presentarse a beca doctoral CONICET 2017.
Se requiere buen manejo de PC y dominio del inglés.
Alta motivación y excelente disposición para trabajar en equipo.
Estar dispuestos a radicarse en Playa Unión-Rawson, Chubut.
Contactos: Enviar CV, certificado analítico final o parcial con calificaciones de la carrera de grado, antecedentes científicos si los tuviera, y carta de presentación describiendo sus intereses y objetivos a: Dra. Virginia Villafañe (Proyecto 1: Fitoplancton) y Dra. Macarena Valiñas (Proyecto 2- Zooplancton)
Posdoctor para estudio relacionado con cambios moleculares relacionados con la epilepsia.
El Laboratorio 8 del Departamento de Farmacobiología en Cinvestav Sede Sur: Busca postdoctor interesado en participar por un año en un estudio relacionado con cambios moleculares relacionados con la epilepsia. Es requisito que no haya recibido apoyo de CONACyT por 6 años en estudios de maestría y doctorado. Interesados comunicarse con la Dra. Luisa L. Rocha A.correo: lrocha@cinvestav.mx Teléfono: 55 5483 2800 ext 2859
Servicio de consultoría para implementar un proyecto piloto de control de tres especies exóticas invasoras en la Reserva de la Biosfera El Vizcaíno
Descripción de la Consultoría:
“Servicio de consultoría para implementar un proyecto piloto de control de tres especies exóticas invasoras en la Reserva de la Biosfera El Vizcaíno”
Duración estimada:
10 meses
Fecha de inicio:
Julio 2017
Fecha de Término:
Abril 2018
Número y Título del Proyecto:
00089333 FSP - Fort. capacidades manejo de Especies Exoticas Invasoras
Objetivo:
Mejorar la situación de las especies nativas de la Reserva de la Biosfera El Vizcaíno a través de la implementación de un proyecto piloto de control de tres EEI.
Nombre del Supervisor:
Director del Área Natural Protegida, Unidad Coordinadora del Proyecto de CONANP y CONABIO.
Descripción de Viajes:
El oferente deberá considerar en su propuesta técnica y económica los viajes para la consecución de la consultoría.
Lugar de trabajo:
Reserva de la Biosfera El Vizcaíno y su zona de influencia.
Forma de Pago:
Tres pagos contra entrega y aceptación de los productos/servicios.
Dedicación:
Parcial
Servicios profesionales en Educación ambiental
Servicio a contratar: Asistencia en impartir actividades de educación ambiental
Programa: Veracruz Río de Rapaces®
Ubicación: Costa Central de Veracruz (sede: Chichicaxtle, Puente Nacional, Ver.)
Fecha límite para recepción de documentos: 26 de junio de 2017
Fecha de inicio: 15 de agosto del 2017
Fecha de término: 23 de noviembre de 2017
Número de plazas: 2 (dos)
Honorarios: de $6,000 a $7,000 pesos mensual (según habilidades y experiencia) modalidad
honorarios por servicios profesionales por obra y tiempo determinado.
Convocatoria completa.
Programa: Veracruz Río de Rapaces®
Ubicación: Costa Central de Veracruz (sede: Chichicaxtle, Puente Nacional, Ver.)
Fecha límite para recepción de documentos: 26 de junio de 2017
Fecha de inicio: 15 de agosto del 2017
Fecha de término: 23 de noviembre de 2017
Número de plazas: 2 (dos)
Honorarios: de $6,000 a $7,000 pesos mensual (según habilidades y experiencia) modalidad
honorarios por servicios profesionales por obra y tiempo determinado.
Convocatoria completa.
Gerente de programa, Chile, Island Conservation
Título del cargo: Gerente de programa, Chile
Tipo de empleo: Tiempo completo
Acerca de Island Conservation:
Island Conservation (IC) es una organización global, sin fines de lucro, con base científica, dedicada a prevenir extinciones y a proteger a los ecosistemas de islas a nivel mundial. En colaboración con socios regionales, IC diseña e implementa proyectos de conservación que apoyan a la protección de especies nativas, además de demostrar técnicas innovadoras de remoción de especies invasoras. IC realiza investigaciones prácticas para maximizar el éxito de la remoción de vertebrados invasores. Aprenda más sobre nosotros en www.islandconservation.org.
Descripción del cargo:
Estamos buscando un profesional proactivo para que se desempeñe como Gerente de Programa en Santiago de Chile, Chile, como parte de nuestro Programa Sudamericano. El postulante seleccionado desarrollará y dirigirá la implementación del programa para establecer una restauración efectiva de los ecosistemas en islas chilenas para proteger biodiversidad única, comunidades locales y el patrimonio nacional. El Programa tendrá una colaboración estrecha dentro de diversas asociaciones y organizaciones públicas y privadas para movilizar el apoyo a la restauración eficaz de islas. El cargo ofertado tiene un rango superior, por lo que reportará directamente al Director Regional de Sudamérica de IC. El postulante seleccionado, deberá demostrar habilidades de manejo y dirección de equipos diversos y multidisciplinarios, así como de una actitud proactiva y productiva cuando forma parte de equipos de trabajo en el cual su rol principal no es la toma de decisiones.
El Gerente del Programa, desarrollará e implementará estrategias eficaces para el programa de Chile y establecerá metas alcanzables y medibles, que deberán resultar en el cumplimiento de los objetivos del programa para prevenir la extinción de especies únicas en islas y promover la restauración ecológica en un marco del desarrollo sostenible. Adicionalmente:
• Trabajar en estrecha colaboración con socios, aliados y organizaciones con el fin de maximizar el impacto de las estrategias del programa.
• Hacer seguimiento de metas, identificar cuándo estén en riesgo de no ser cumplidas como también la causa; y cuando sea necesario, tomar las medidas apropiadas para solucionar cualquier problema y así mantener el programa en curso.
• Desarrollar y mantener un amplio conocimiento de la ciencia, principios y política de conservación de la biodiversidad en islas.
• Desarrollar y mantener relaciones de trabajo con tomadores de decisiones, funcionarios gubernamentales, instituciones nacionales e internacionales, así como con las ONG que se desarrollen en este campo de trabajo.
• Desarrollar mecanismos para analizar e influir en la creación de políticas que tienen relevancia para los esfuerzos del programa
• Identificar y cultivar donantes e inversionistas, generando interés y apoyo, para obtener un financiamiento significativo para los proyectos. Coordinar con el Departamento de Filantropía.
• Diseñar y supervisar presupuestos de costo-beneficio y monitorear los gastos del programa, evaluando costos a medida que se desarrollan los proyectos.
• Asegurar que el programa cuente con los recursos humanos necesarios para alcanzar sus metas, el cual incluye la identificación de las capacidades técnicas, contratación de personal, consultores y la gestión de un equipo multidisciplinario.
• Servir como representante de IC para cultivar e involucrar al público general, grupos claves y tomadores de decisiones, en relación con los mecanismos y medidas tangibles que se pueden emplear para abordar la necesidad de prevenir la extinción en islas dentro del marco del programa.
• Representar a Island Conservation en conferencias, seminarios y foros; así como publicar artículos en periódicos, revistas, revistas académicas y revistas revisadas por pares.
El puesto requiere viajar y disponer de una alta movilidad dentro de Chile y el extranjero, por extensos períodos de tiempo fuera del puesto usual de trabajo, que es la ciudad de Santiago de Chile.
Requerimientos mínimos:
- Título universitario de preferencia en: abogacía, ciencias políticas, administración y gestión ambiental; o bien, en un campo afín al manejo de recursos naturales.
•Un mínimo de 10 años de experiencia profesional con un historial comprobable en liderazgo y cumplimiento de desarrollo de programas, fortalecimiento de asociaciones y conservación internacional.
•Un mínimo de tres años de experiencia en cargos directivos, donde se haya manejado sistemas de gestión de desempeño para reportes directos y coaching de desarrollo profesional de equipos de trabajo.
•Familiaridad con la gestión de áreas protegidas en Chile.
•Amplia experiencia trabajando en escenarios internacionales con altos funcionarios, agencias e instituciones gubernamentales y organizaciones no gubernamentales nacionales, regionales y locales.
•Excelentes capacidades socio-políticas, estratégicas y analíticas con habilidades en el desarrollo, ejecución, y evaluación de estrategias diversas orientadas a alcanzar objetivos y metas. El postulante deberá estar familiarizado con un estilo ‘task-oriented’, que debe ser motivado por cumplimiento de plazos con un enfoque en el logro de metas claras y ambiciosas. El candidato deberá ser capaz de desarrollar y avanzar proyectos con un alto grado de independencia y autonomía.
•Familiaridad con la creación e impulso de políticas públicas en Chile, incluyendo procesos legislativos y reglamentarios; y la creación de presupuestos y asignaciones gubernamentales. Así mismo, deberá tener familiaridad con mecanismos de financiamiento disponibles en el país para proyectos con componente ambiental.
•Experiencia demostrable en el manejo exitoso de personal y equipos basados en lugares dispersos, con capacidad de desarrollar y manejar relaciones productivas con consultores, socios y otros que contribuyen al desarrollo de un proyecto y que además cuente con la capacidad de anticipar posibles resultados.
•Habilidades excepcionales de comunicación oral y escrita. Deberá ser capaz de sintetizar material y centrarse rápidamente en la esencia de un tema y los medios para abordarlo. Confianza en presentar sus propias ideas y persuadir diplomáticamente a otros. Capacidad de comunicar ideas complejas para un público general, con fuertes habilidades de hablar frente a una audiencia diversa. De igual manera debe contar con capacidad para persuadir a individuos o grupos por medio del diálogo, que resultará en el ímpetu de tomar acciones y decisiones.
•Excelentes habilidades interpersonales, con criterio y juicio experimentado, capaz de justificar las recomendaciones, ser receptivo, claro y firme con colegas y socios. Debe demostrar un fuerte espíritu de colaboración y capacidad para tomar decisiones.
•Experimentado en temas de comunicación y políticamente astuto. Capaz de utilizar técnicas de marketing y la exposición en medios de comunicación, para comunicar el impacto de la investigación sobre las necesidades de programas de restauración.
•Habilidades bien desarrolladas en diplomacia. Capaz de trabajar de manera productiva con una amplia gama de personas e instituciones, que con frecuencia están en desacuerdo, o bien pueden estar en competencia de distinta índole con IC. .
•Excelentes habilidades analíticas y de resolución de conflictos. Debe ser flexible, creativo, consistente y asumir alta responsabilidad por las áreas de responsabilidad encomendadas.
•Español e inglés fluido.
•Pasaporte y licencia de conducir vigentes.
Posición de tiempo completo, con base en Santiago de Chile, Chile, con beneficios de Ley. El sueldo será acordado de acuerdo a la experiencia del candidato.
Como postular: Envíe por correo electrónico su carta de interés y curriculum en formato de Microsoft Word (con asunto: "Gerente de Programa, Chile") dirigido al siguiente correo electrónico: jobs@islandconservation.org. Por favor, no llame por teléfono. La carta de interés deberá describir las motivaciones personales y profesionales para aplicar al cargo, y demostrar como su profesión y experiencia impactarán positivamente el puesto ofertado.
La revisión de candidatos empezará el 22 de mayo de 2017 y seguirá hasta que se encuentre el postulante esperado.
Fundacion Charles Darwin para Islas Galapagos busca asistente agrónomo.
Fundación Charles Darwin para Islas Galapagos busca asistente agrónomo.
Tiempo Completo.
Isla Santa Cruz, Galapagos, Ecuador.
Supervisado por investigador Senior-Lider Proyecto Galapagos Verde 2050
Cierre de proceso 15 de Julio 2017
Asistente Agrónomo Proyecto GV2050
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