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Earthwatch Institute. |
| Categories: | Fundraising/Development |
| Travel Required: | None |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
| Preferred Degree: | Bachelors |
| Experience Required: | 2-3 years |
| State/Province: | MA - Massachusetts |
| City: | Boston |
| Salary: | non-disclosed |
| Job Description: |
The Earthwatch Institute engages people worldwide in scientific field research and education in order to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment. Our vision is a world in which we live within our means and in balance with nature. We bring together institutions and individuals to understand and inform critical environmental issues by combining world class scientific field research with experiential learning programs that inspire the leadership needed to promote personal and organizational change. Our research program involves a global community of researchers, conservation volunteers, NGOs and businesses, working together towards a sustainable environment. Earthwatch supports about 60 projects across nearly 40 countries, and draws $20 million in annual revenues, with more than 85% of its budget supporting science research and engagement, and going towards programmatic support. Since 1971 Earthwatch has inspired 93,000 volunteers to join vital conservation research projects in the field. Earthwatch supports research projects in four key areas: Ecosystem services, climate change, oceans, and cultural heritage. Earthwatch is proud to collaborate with nearly 40 corporate partners around the world, in industry sectors ranging from banking and financial services to consumer products, agriculture, and extractives. We select companies that take their environmental responsibilities and performance seriously and are open to working constructively with us to benefit the environment and help us achieve our mission. The Opportunity Please see list below of key responsibilities. Overall, activities focus on serving as the front line ambassador for the organization, responsible for the recruitment and stewardship of potential public volunteers. The role will be accountable for delivery of an outstanding level of donor relations and ensuring ongoing stewardship of participants. Additionally, the Development Officer will be responsible for working collegially with other departments including support of marketing efforts. Development
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Please send cover letter and resume to Marsha O’Doherty, International Director of HR, hr@earthwatch.org; fax 978-897-0935.
The Earthwatch Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |
| Post Date: | 12/01/2011 |
