<br><font size=2 face="sans-serif">My apologies if this is a duplicate
posting...</font>
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<br><font size=2 face="sans-serif">Patricia S. De Angelis, Ph.D.<br>
Botanist - Division of Scientific Authority<br>
Chair - Plant Conservation Alliance - Medicinal Plant Working Group<br>
US Fish & Wildlife Service<br>
4401 N. Fairfax Dr., Suite 110<br>
Arlington, VA 22203<br>
703-358-1708 x1753<br>
FAX: 703-358-2276<br>
Working for the conservation and sustainable use of our green natural resources.<br>
<www.nps.gov/plants/medicinal><br>
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<br><font size=3><b>Please circulate this announcement:</b></font>
<br><font size=3><b>Position Opening at American Bird Conservancy -</b></font>
<br><font size=3><b><u>International Program Director</u></b></font></div>
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<br><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><b><u>Position Summary: </u></b></font>
<br><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">Title: International Program Director
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Supervisor: Chief Conservation Officer <br>
Location: Greater Washington, DC/Northern Virginia area. <br>
Date of Posting: June 20, 2009 <br>
Deadline for Application: July 24, 2009 </font>
<p><font size=3><b><u>Introduction</u></b></font>
<br><font size=3>American Bird Conservancy (ABC, </font><a href=http://www.abcbirds.org/_><font size=3 color=blue><u>www.abcbirds.org</u></font></a><font size=3>)
is the only conservation group whose sole mission is to conserve native
wild birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. ABC accomplishes
its mission through direct action and by engaging the people, groups, resources,
and strategies needed to succeed. It undertakes the full spectrum
of bird conservation issues ranging from habitat conservation strategies
to advocacy. The Director works with staff and the ABC team to develop
and promote international land conservation and land protection initiatives,
in-country partner institutional development, community outreach programs,
public policy directions, and builds sustainable mechanisms to promote
long-term financing of international conservation efforts.</font><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">
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<p><font size=3><b><u>Position Description</u></b></font>
<br><font size=3>The International Program Director leads ABC’s efforts
to conserve resident and migratory birds in Latin America and the Caribbean.
The Director manages ABC’s international team and leads it in developing
and implementing international conservation projects and programs. The
Director works with a network of ABC in-country partners to carry out an
ambitious, effective and integrated conservation program. S(he) works
in close collaboration with the ABC’s President and Chief Conservation
Officer to develop this work, and coordinates ABC’s international efforts
with ABC’s domestic and advocacy programs as well as in-country and multinational
NGOs. S(he) ensures that ABC develops and maintains effective liaisons
with resource management agencies and NGO leaders throughout Latin America
and the Caribbean. The Director plays a major role in finding and obtaining
funding for international programs. The Director reports to ABC’s
Chief Conservation Officer and supervises International Program staff.</font><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">
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<p><font size=3><b><u>Major Duties and Responsibilities</u></b></font>
<br><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">1. Strategic
Direction and Vision: The International Director provides the critical
leadership to design and implement ABC’s strategic vision and guide and
develop ABC’s conservation programs in Latin America and the Caribbean.
The Director will work with ABC staff and Board, NGO partners, and
other leaders to define and implement a compelling and challenging vision
for our international work, and subsequently identify, develop, and implement
priority international bird conservation projects and programs to protect
wild birds and their habitats in Latin America and the Caribbean. S/he
will work to ensure that effective ABC international programs follow ABC’s
long-range plan, will help to integrate ABC international bird conservation
programs with other ABC programs for maximum effectiveness, and will assist
other programs having international components.</font>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">2. Project
Management and Timely Results: International Director provides significant
project and program management expertise for the International Division
and its staff; ensuring meaningful and lasting results are accomplished
on a timely basis. The International Director will provide leadership,
staff supervision, and mentorship to ensure the international team is among
the best in the conservation field. </font>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">3. Develop
New Approaches to Conservation: The International Program Director
will explore and design innovative programmatic approaches that seek to
preserve and protect birds, healthy natural ecosystems and biodiversity
in ways that promote human well-being and the sustainability of the planet.
Programs such as harnessing carbon markets to protect critical bird
habitat, devising market structures that recognize ecosystem services,
and promoting shade coffee, ecotourism and silvipasture are a few examples
of such efforts.</font>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">4. Ensure
Long-term Sustainability of Partners and Reserves: ABC recognizes
that international bird conservation will depend, in part, upon a system
of protected natural areas and an active network of in-country conservation
NGOs. The International Director will work with a network of in-country
partners, and work to ensure the long-term financial health and viability
of both in-country partners and international conservation areas. The
Director will help Latin American and Caribbean non-governmental organizations
build capacity and improve communication with U.S.-based bird and Latin
American and Caribbean conservation groups; and assist partners in planning,
training, and U.S. fundraising.</font>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">5. Effective
Use of Science and Science Tools: The International Director will
ensure that ABC’s international programs are science-driven and directed
by up-to-date scientific research and the effective use of information
management and science tools.</font>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">6. Fundraising
and Financial Management: The International Director will be responsible,
working with ABC’s Development Division, for obtaining funding for bird
conservation projects in the Latin American or Caribbean. The Director
will also work with ABC’s Financial Department to ensure the effective
use, management and reporting of all international finances.</font>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">7. Networking
and Coalition Building: The Director will represent ABC’s conservation
work with other institutions, multi-lateral organizations, governments,
and domestic and international conservation organizations to establish
joint conservation initiatives that advance conservation throughout Latin
American and the Caribbean.</font>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman">8. The
Director will assist ABC President and Chief Conservation Officer to promote
ABC, its mission, and conservation efforts.</font>
<p><font size=3><b><u>Position Requirements</u></b></font>
<p><font size=3>1. Advanced degree in business, law,
non-profit management, biological sciences, wildlife management, or a related
field with knowledge of conservation, ornithology, and management needs
of birds in the Americas.</font>
<p><font size=3>2. At least five years experience of
conservation experience in Latin American or Caribbean, or an equivalent
combination of education and experience.</font>
<p><font size=3>3. A talent for leadership. Demonstrated
ability to create and achieve a compelling and challenging vision. An
outgoing, positive, persuasive manner and predisposition for collaboration,
but with ability to work both independently and as part of teams.</font>
<p><font size=3>4. Demonstrated ability to develop,
manage and lead a multi-faceted international program with an ambitious
array of programs and projects. Attention to detail and the ability to
track and report on projects in a timely way.</font>
<p><font size=3>5. Demonstrated ability to manage a
team of staff for superior results: demonstrable success in supervising
staff, managing programs and operations, effectively advancing multiple
projects at the same time, and completing complex projects on time with
clearly communicated results.</font>
<p><font size=3>6. Demonstrated ability to work on
complex biological and management issues, and to provide project coordination
and ensure cooperation among a wide range of partners.</font>
<p><font size=3>7. Previous experience working in partnership
with other organizations, and working effectively in cross-cultural situations.</font>
<p><font size=3>8. Excellent oral and written communications
skills. Willingness to communicate frequently and with a wide range
of staff, partners, supporters, the media, and others.</font>
<p><font size=3>9. Experience in high-level fundraising:
background, skills, and interest.</font>
<p><font size=3>10. Ability to complete projects on deadline. Tenacity
in difficult or long-term projects.</font>
<p><font size=3>11. Willing and able to travel internationally frequently.</font>
<p><font size=3>12. Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Fluency
in Portuguese is desirable.</font>
<p><font size=3><b><u>Deadline for application</u>: July 24, 2009</b></font>
<p><font size=3><b><u>Send cover letter and resume to</u>: </b>Merrie Morrison,
Vice President of Operations, American Bird Conservancy, P.O. Box 249,
The Plains, VA 20198 or e-mail to: </font><a href=mailto:hr@abcbirds.org_><font size=3 color=blue><u>hr@abcbirds.org</u></font></a>
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