The National Geographic Society
Non-profit
SeniorSpecialist,ScienceandInnovationPrograms(Space)
“Senior Specialist, Science and Innovation Programs (Space) at The National Geographic Society. Skills: Program development, Grant support, Stakeholder engagement. Support strategic development. Manage focus area portfolio”
Industry & Context.
Identify issues; Recommend solutions
Legally authorized to work in US, Not eligible for visa sponsorship
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years experience, Experience in program management, Experience in conservation, Experience in scientific research, Experience working with local communities, Experience working with stakeholders
Nice to Have
Experience in wildlife conservation, Experience in ocean conservation, Expertise in planetary health, Expertise in space focus areas
What You'll Do.
Support strategic development
Manage focus area portfolio
Stay networked and informed
Scan for opportunities
Research potential new priority areas
Scope potential new priority areas
Develop research proposals
Develop conservation proposals
Oversee scientific aspects of grants
Coordinate expert review
Develop positive relationships with Explorers
Maintain positive relationships with Explorers
Act as primary contact for Explorers
Serve as internal subject matter expert
Communicate with Explorers
Stay apprised of new discoveries
Stay apprised of academic publications
Stay apprised of media-friendly results
Coordinate amplification of results
Identify internal issues
Identify external issues
Recommend best practices
Recommend improvements
Support development of new processes
Support utilization of new processes
Support refinement of current processes
Implement data best practices
Perform data validation
Create NGS dashboards
Visualize program data
Summarize program metrics
Assist with managing projects
Assist with managing schedules
Notify relevant parties of deadlines
Keep projects on track
Update project trackers
Support leadership with budget creation
Support leadership with budget tracking
Support internal operations
Assist with contracts
Assist with presentation preparation
Assist with logistics
Maintain program files
Compile information from disparate sources
Produce condensed messaging
Produce topline recommendations
Speak in front of audiences
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Cross-division working groups; Internal teams; External experts
Communication Scope
Executive presentations; Report writing
Process & Methodology
Project management, Schedule management
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