Job Description
Position: Marine Conservation Policy Specialist
Company: The Pew Charitable Trusts
Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone
Experience: 5 years
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Environmental Policy and Marine Conservation
Department: Conservation Policy
Vacancies: 1
Company Overview
The Pew Charitable Trusts is a global non-profit organization that works to improve the world through effective policy solutions. Our mission is to use data and science to identify and address the most pressing issues facing our planet. We are committed to working collaboratively with governments, businesses, and civil society to achieve our goals.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Marine Conservation Policy Specialist to join our team in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The successful candidate will have a strong background in environmental policy and marine conservation, as well as excellent analytical and communication skills.
Job Overview
The Marine Conservation Policy Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing effective conservation policies and strategies to protect Sierra Leone’s marine ecosystems. This will involve working closely with government officials, local communities, and other stakeholders to identify and address key conservation challenges.
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective conservation policies and strategies to protect Sierra Leone’s marine ecosystems
- Work closely with government officials, local communities, and other stakeholders to identify and address key conservation challenges
- Conduct research and analysis to inform conservation policy and strategy development
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, local communities, and other conservation organizations
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to promote conservation goals and objectives
Required Skills
- Strong background in environmental policy and marine conservation
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong research and analysis skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders
Education
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as environmental science, marine biology, or conservation biology.
Experience
At least 5 years of experience working in environmental policy and marine conservation.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a global non-profit organization
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Training
The Pew Charitable Trusts offers a comprehensive training program for all employees, including training on conservation policy and strategy development, research and analysis, and communication and stakeholder engagement.
Working Environment
The Marine Conservation Policy Specialist will be based in Freetown, Sierra Leone, and will work in a collaborative and dynamic environment with a team of conservation professionals.
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Application Process
To apply for this role, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to our website.
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Equal Opportunity Statement
The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.