Southeast Regional Manager

The application deadline is Monday, January 20th, 2025. Start date is flexible but March 1, 2025 is preferred.

• Send an email to the OGFN Network Manager, Nick Sanchez: resumes@oldgrowthforest.net. The subject line should read: “Southeast Regional Manager Application”.

• Introduce yourself in the body of the email and attach a single .pdf file. The file name should be your name (example: FirstnameLastname.pdf). 

• This single file should include your resume or c.v (make sure it includes current contact information) and statements addressing how you meet requirements 1 through 9 listed below. Please be sure to number your statements to match the numbers on the requirements.

1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills across a variety of audiences

2. A deep enthusiasm for forest preservation and advocacy; ability to inspire others to take action on behalf of the forests

3. Knowledge of forest ecology (degree in ecology, environmental studies, environmental science, conservation biology or forestry is a plus)

4. Willingness to travel within the designated region

5. Comfortability in a forest environment and physically capable of hiking in rough terrain at least five miles in a day

6. Experience with decision making and negotiation in order to bring others together to bridge differences

7. Technological literacy (experience or willingness to learn each of the following: Salesforce, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, event management tools, electronic media such as video creation/editing tools)

8. Ability to work independently but maintain close relationships with other staff members in a remote work environment

9. Experience with event coordination and demonstrated ability to work with staff and outside partners to plan, publicize, coordinate, and attend forest events or other special events

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.