Vacancy: Project Seahorse
Added to website: 13 August 2007
Project Seahorse Project Seahorse is an interdisciplinary and international organisation committed to the conservation and sustainable use of the world’s coastal marine ecosystems. Based at the University of British Columbia (Canada), Project Seahorse works in partnership with the Zoological Society of London (UK) and the John G. Shedd Aquarium (USA). The Project Seahorse Foundation for Marine Conservation (Philippines) is also an integral part of Project Seahorse.
The Programme Manager is responsible for ensuring that Project Seahorse executes its research and conservation activities professionally, efficiently and effectively. As a member of Project Seahorse leadership team, she/he will participate in strategic planning, policy development, systems development and fundraising planning. The Programme Manager provides guidance for post doctoral fellows, graduate students, research assistants, and research staff in the Philippines. The incumbent will build and foster effective relationships with partners and collaborators, and develop new research partnership opportunities. Additionally, the position oversees financial management, compliance with requirements of UBC, our partner institutions and donors, and ensures that the leadership team has financial information to make decisions.
We are looking for somebody with a strong work ethic who can function independently, exercise common sense, use discretion, and communicate effectively.
Qualifications:
- PhD in a biological or environmental science (possibly social sciences if related to conservation) and at least 2 years of postdoctoral experience (preferably in practical conservation);
- Strong interpersonal, leadership and visionary skills, with a proven track record of developing relationships with stakeholders and supporting a dynamic and creative team;
- Experience working in or with developing countries and in a variety of cultural settings;
- Proven project management skills;
- Experience in a non-governmental organization highly desirable;
- Proven ability to manage complex financial arrangements and to prepare and effectively monitor budgets is essential.
- Willing and able to travel, sometimes for several weeks.
Please send a cover letter and your curriculum vitae to
Ms. Shannon Charney (s.charney@fisheries.ubc.ca).
Deadline: Monday, September 3rd, 2007 or until post filled.
This full-time position is an initial one year appointment, with strong potential for renewal. The successful candidate will be based at the Fisheries Centre in the University of British Columbia. “UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply”
