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Job Opportunity: Principal Associate, Pew Marine Fellows Program

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Job Opportunity: Principal Associate, Pew Marine Fellows Program

The Pew Charitable Trusts Posted On August 12, 2020Location:

US-DC-WashingtonJob ID:

2020-6344The Pew Charitable Trusts uses data to make a difference. For more than 70 years, we have focused on serving the public, invigorating civic life, conducting nonpartisan research, advancing effective public policies and practices, and achieving tangible results. Through rigorous inquiry and knowledge sharing, we inform and engage public-spirited citizens and organizations, linking diverse interests to pursue common cause.Wise stewardship of resources allows Pew employees to pursue work that strategically furthers our mission in significant and measurable ways. Pew collaborates with a diverse range of philanthropic partners, public and private organizations, and concerned citizens who share our interest in fact-based solutions and goal-driven initiatives to improve society.The Research and Science Portfolio in Program

The research and science portfolio includes programmatic, functional, and outreach elements. It spans all of Pew’s programmatic work with a focus on advancing quality research and science and deploying research expertise to further the goals of ongoing projects.Environmental Research and Science

Environmental research and science (ERS) programs work to generate and synthesize scientific research to inform conservation policy. The division’s programs include the Pew Fellows Program in Marine Conservation (PMF) which provides three-year fellowships to scientists and other experts to support original, research-based marine conservation projects.Position Overview

The principal associate responsibilities include managing the fellowship application process, selection review, grant award and reporting; handling logistics for the program’s annual meeting and other events; working with fellows and alumni to develop and organize selected annual meeting sessions; managing program and external funder budgets; drafting written materials for program activities; and overseeing the program’s workflow for the environmental research and science unit’s coordinator and administrative assistant.Responsibilities

Oversee day to day operations of the Pew Fellows Program.Serve as project lead on the yearly marine fellowship nomination, application, review, and selection processes.Develop and oversee fellowship grants, including managing agreements, reviews, approvals and awards.Lead program use of the foundation connect grants system.Support the project director in Pew program renewals and related internal reporting.Research issues in marine conservation for development of Pew Marine Fellows (PMF) annual meeting sessions.Organize selected annual meeting, conference or training sessions.Manage production tasks for the PMF annual meeting.Manage program budgets and coordinate with finance for tracking and reporting.Develop written materials for the program as needed.Contribute as needed to other activities.Requirements

Bachelor's degree is required; advanced degree in biological or environmental sciences preferred.At least six years of applicable experience in environmental or marine conservation issues.Proven track record of thinking strategically and creatively.Ability to work with large databases and document preparation programs.Demonstrated ability to build relationships among individuals and organizations.Ability to write clearly, including development of written materials, proposals and reports.Ability to meet multiple deadlines by maintaining a high level of organization.Travel

This position requires occasional domestic and international travel.Total Rewards

Pew offers a competitive salary and benefit program, including comprehensive health care, financial security, retirement benefits, and work/life benefits.The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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