Director, Great Plains Science
Core
Oversee WWF's Great Plains Program to sustain intact grasslands, enhance prairie ecosystem function, and restore keystone/endangered wildlife through robust science.
Role type
Director of Conservation Science (Program Management)
Builds
Grassland conservation strategies, wildlife restoration projects, and scientific monitoring programs for the Great Plains region.
Domain
Conservation Science / Ecology / Wildlife Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic planning, team leadership, partnership development, policy advocacy, grant writing, budget management, ecological monitoring, stakeholder engagement, project management, scientific synthesis
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Northern Great Plains ecoregion, experience with Native Nations, cross-cultural experience, innovation in conservation
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Manage a team of 2-4 science specialists; develop and implement conservation strategies; build partnerships with government, non-profits, and private sectors; coordinate policy advocacy; lead fundraising and proposal development; drive program integration and field office issues.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & team management