Jobs at National Audubon Society

Lead development and implementation of nature-based habitat and resilience projects across the Mississippi River basin. Coordinate partners, conduct site selection and visits, manage projects and grants, develop funding proposals, engage stakeholders and landowners, synthesize technical information for diverse audiences, and support program goals and safety. Hybrid role with regional focus (Mississippi Alluvial Valley and Quad Cities) and travel about 15-20%.

Lead and implement habitat enhancement projects on public lands across North Carolina; build and maintain partner relationships; conduct and communicate bird and habitat monitoring; advise on restoration design and native plants; support outreach, grant and report writing, public representation, and project management including field work and travel.

The Vice President, Rockies will lead Audubon's conservation programs in the Rockies, manage budgets, support fundraising efforts, and build partnerships to enhance strategic initiatives in habitat conservation, climate action, and community engagement.

The Director of Financial Planning and Analysis leads the budget management, supervises finance analysts, and collaborates with leadership on financial strategy and reporting, ensuring effective financial oversight and analysis.

The Events Assistant supports event preparation, venue setup, and management at the John James Audubon Center. Responsibilities include client liaison, facility inspections, and ensuring adherence to rules during events.

The Communications Associate will support the communication efforts of the Upper Mississippi River region by creating content, managing social media, and developing communication materials for stakeholder engagement.

Lead science data and knowledge management at Audubon, enhancing data accessibility and usage across various scientific programs while collaborating with IT and Conservation Teams.

The RCPP Specialist will oversee a conservation program, manage funding, ensure project compliance, and provide technical support to landowners. Responsibilities include partner coordination and reporting project outcomes.

The Director will lead the Audubon Action Fund and U.S. Government Affairs, developing conservation strategies, engaging with lawmakers, and managing operations to promote bird conservation policies.

Support recruitment, selection, onboarding, and engagement for a 25-student Conservation Leadership Initiative cohort. Coordinate outreach to colleges, host info sessions and webinars, assist with event logistics (including Audubon Assembly), maintain participant records, and provide ongoing support to students and mentors. Work remotely in Florida, 20 hours/week for five months.

The Senior Communications Manager develops and implements communications strategies, engages partners, manages social media, and oversees content creation to support conservation goals.

The Research Manager will lead ecological monitoring and research projects at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, supervise staff, ensure data quality, communicate findings, and cultivate partnerships.

The Senior Director of GIS will lead the development of a unified enterprise GIS strategy, manage technical operations, mentor staff, and enhance GIS applications for conservation efforts across the organization.

The Senior Manager, International Policy will lead policy research, analysis, and strategy on international conservation and climate policy, representing Audubon in various international forums and collaborating across teams to achieve organizational goals.

Lead and grow Audubon’s major and principal giving program: manage a high-value donor portfolio ($2M–$5M annually), close six- and seven-figure gifts, supervise and coach frontline fundraisers, engage board and executive leadership, and develop multi-year fundraising initiatives aligned with the strategic plan.

The Director will lead Audubon's water conservation strategy for the Mississippi River, overseeing projects, managing partnerships, and engaging in policy efforts. Responsibilities include developing strategies for habitat protection, building coalitions, securing funding, and acting as a spokesperson for conservation initiatives.

Lead Audubon’s Next Generation initiative by unifying youth and early-career programs into a cohesive pipeline; manage the campus chapters team; oversee K–12 engagement, internships, fellowships, and workforce pathways; expand chapters internationally; set and track metrics (scale, equity, retention); build partnerships, support conferences and philanthropy, and collaborate across regions.

Lead habitat restoration and land management across Aullwood's 200-acre sanctuary; supervise staff, interns and volunteers; manage livestock ambassador care and grazing plans; plan and implement restoration projects, invasive species control, and equipment operations; develop budgets and grant proposals; coordinate volunteers, public programming, and partnerships; ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and reporting.

Senior leader in EDIB who designs and scales enterprise learning, staff exchange, and engagement programs. Partners across People & Culture, L&D, and business units to embed inclusive leadership practices, measure impact, and drive organizational change. Leads a team, advises senior leaders, and ensures programs are scalable, consistent, and aligned to strategy.

Manage accounting and compliance for a portfolio of domestic and international grants, prepare reports and variance analyses, support audits and NICRA preparation, maintain grant budgets and receivables, train finance staff, and partner with program teams to ensure GAAP and Uniform Guidance compliance.