Managing Director

About Pollinator Partnership

Pollinator Partnership is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote the health of pollinators, critical to food and ecosystems, through conservation, education, and research. As the world’s largest organization devoted exclusively to the preservation of the birds, bees, butterflies, beetles, and bats, P2 plays a key role in preserving terrestrial ecosystems, promoting agricultural productivity, and enhancing local communities through pollinator-centered work. P2 has been actively supporting the conservation and protection of pollinators throughout North America since 1996. Pollinator Partnership Canada (P2C), established in 2013, is P2’s sister organization, and the two groups work seamlessly together across borders. A multifaceted approach using science; habitat preservation and creation; policy outreach; and public education has helped P2 achieve our goals in pollinator conservation. For more information, visit pollinator.org.

Principal Responsibilities:
The Managing Director will report to the Associate Director and is responsible for the following duties and others as assigned:

Program Management

• Effectively articulate and implement P2’s conservation goals and strategic plan, working closely with staff to align programs with strategic priorities.
• Oversee programs, ensuring that all activities are consistent with P2’s mission, appropriate goals and objectives are established for all programs, and expectations are met or exceeded.
• Supervise program leads and provide feedback, input, and support on a regular basis to ensure staff have the tools they need to achieve program goals.
• Assist with budgeting, metrics, and reporting for grant funded programs.
• Provide direction to supervisors on maintaining accurate records and timelines of all projects, grants, and contracts

Development and Communications

• Represent and promote P2 externally to funders, partners, and the public.
• Support the organization’s development plan by assisting with identifying funding opportunities and writing proposals.
• Be present and provide high level input for initial conversations with new partners and funders.
• Promote consulting services to clients, initiating and facilitating presentations as needed.
   

Administration

• Support a healthy work culture by regularly engaging with employees directly and maintaining protocols for annual performance and compensation reviews.
• Ensure all staff have the Human Resource and IT support they need to efficiently fulfill their role in the organization.
• Assist with finance management as it relates to program budgets.

Required Skills:

• 8+ years of experience in a relevant leadership role at conservation nonprofit
• Advanced degree in a relevant conservation field (e.g. Conservation Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Management)
• Demonstrated success in effectively leading programs and supervising staff
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to attract funders and partners
• A strong reputation and network among conservation organizations and leaders in the nonprofit, government, and for-profit sectors
• Experience with proof reading and editing written materials
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Initiative, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
• Commitment to and passion for P2’s mission, vision, and values

Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000 USD. Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications. Medical and retirement benefits will be provided. Flexible work environment.

To Apply: Please submit your cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references through this link by Thursday, February 29, 2024.

FMI: Visit pollinator.org/careers#ManagingDirector