Want to help save California’s rivers and salmon? The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Project Associate to support water policy initiatives and lead implementation of river restoration projects on coastal rivers in Northern California.
The Project Associate will provide high-level project management and support working closely with Water Program staff and will report to the Healthy Rivers Project Director. The Project Associate will support development and implementation of streamflow and salmon habitat restoration projects. They will lead outreach and communications efforts related to our California Environmental Water Network. The Project Associate will conduct issue research and efforts to advance policy reforms and legislation and support grant writing and administration of reporting requirements.
The Project Associate manages projects independently, as well as tracks the progress of projects led by others. They will excel at project management, and organization, with strong written and verbal communication skills. They will manage specific projects, conduct research, synthesize, and organize material accordingly. They will administer contracts, manage an internet-based file sharing system and program calendars. The Project Associate aides with the scheduling and facilitation of meetings, budgeting processes, and other strategic program activities. The Project Associate will take the initiative to solve problems as they arise, seeking input and equitable solutions from their supervisor and team.