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Conservation International protects nature for the benefit of humanity. Through science, policy, fieldwork, and finance, we spotlight and secure the most important places in nature for the climate, biodiversity, and for people. With offices in 30 countries and projects in more than 100 countries, Conservation International partners with governments, companies, civil society, Indigenous peoples, and local communities to help people and nature thrive together.
POSITION SUMMARY - This position is based in Arlington, VA; Belgium; United Kingdom (fully remote).
Over the last 10 years, CI has developed a comprehensive Blue Climate program spanning over 20 countries dedicated to identifying and addressing science, policy, and conservation priorities for oceans and climate globally. The Blue Climate program within the Center for Oceans at CI works closely with field programs across the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Africa to design and implement approaches to: (1) apply nature-based climate adaptation solutions that improve coastal and marine communities’ well-being while conserving ecosystems and biodiversity; and (2) conserve and restore coastal blue carbon ecosystems (mangroves, salt marshes, and seagrass meadows) for climate adaptation and mitigation. The Blue Climate program also leads in advancing climate mitigation and adaptation priorities into national and regional coastal management, policy, and science through the Blue Carbon Initiative (Science and Policy working groups), the International Partnership for Blue Carbon, the Global Mangrove Alliance, and the Global Green-Gray Community of Practice.
Under the supervision of the Blue Climate Senior Director, the Blue Climate Coordinator is a self-motivated, creative team member dedicated to the long-term growth and success of CI’s Blue Climate program. This role provides administrative, research, and project support to the Blue Climate team and facilitates the Blue Climate network team, spanning multiple CI programs and centers. The position will coordinate with other CI programs and external partners to ensure successful completion and maximum integration of blue climate initiatives and partnerships at CI. The role requires the ability to build strong working relationships with staff across CI’s country programs, other CI Centers, and a diverse range of external partners, including academics, conservation leaders, and partners.
Responsibilities
* Day-to-day management and coordination of the Blue Climate network team, including coordinating meetings and tracking goals, timelines, and progress toward milestones.
* Support development and dissemination of internal and external program communications (e.g., memos, presentations, websites, social media) related to CI’s Blue Climate and Blue Carbon work.
* Establish and maintain administrative, workflow, and program/project monitoring systems, including an electronic repository for program and project documents, proposals, and deliverables.
* Support program events, including communications, logistics, venue oversight, travel arrangements, and related expenses.
* Provide administrative support and process routine financial transactions, including travel arrangements, expense reports, the Senior Director’s calendar, and the department calendar.
* Organize conference calls and team/committee meetings; manage agendas, logistics, minutes, and reporting.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
* Typical office environment.
* May require extended hours as needed.
* Occasional international travel (once or twice a year).
* Hybrid work structure; some days in the office and some remotely. Guidance provided during the interview process.
* This is a 6-month fixed-term assignment.
Qualifications
Required
* High School or Secondary School education.
* 2 to 4 years of related work experience, preferably in conservation, NGO, or advocacy.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and good research and proofreading abilities.
* Ability to work well in a multicultural, diverse, and fast-paced team environment.
* Comfortable managing multiple duties and adapting to changing priorities.
* Service focus; courteous, tactful, and able to work effectively with others.
* Ability to work under general supervision and take initiative to solve problems under the supervisor’s direction.
* Team player with ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Preferred
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent college-level work.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
* Bilingual or multilingual skills are desirable.
To apply for this position please submit a resume and cover letter.
Application Deadline: October 17, 2025 (11:49 PM EST)
Equal opportunity: Conservation International is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We hire based on merit and qualifications, ensuring a fair and inclusive hiring process for everyone.
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