Chief Conservation Officer
Quick answer
Ocean Conservancy is hiring a remote Senior Chief Conservation Officer (US-based) paying $280,000-$350,000 per year to provide strategic leadership and oversight of its conservation portfolio.
- Role
- Chief Conservation Officer
- Organization
- Ocean Conservancy
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $280,000 - $350,000 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
Ocean Conservancy is seeking a Chief Conservation Officer to provide strategic leadership and oversight of its conservation portfolio and help shape the organization's next chapter of impact.
What you'll do
- Set the long-term vision for Ocean Conservancy's conservation work
- Strengthen integration across programs
- Ensure teams have the direction, resources and support needed to deliver ambitious conservation outcomes
- Oversee a broad portfolio spanning policy, science and field-based initiatives
- Provide strategic and fiduciary oversight of significant grant investments
- Cultivate international partnerships and funder relationships
What it takes
- Strategic vision
- Strong people leadership
- Operational judgment
- Ability to build influence across sectors and geographies
- Experience in conservation
- Experience in policy and science
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role will be based in Washington, D.C. Candidates based in Maryland and Virginia will also be considered.
What is the compensation?
The expected salary is $280,000-$350,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include strategic vision, strong people leadership, operational judgment, and the ability to build influence across sectors and geographies.
How or by when to apply?
Please submit a CV and cover letter, detailing how you fulfil the role description and personal specification to https://plusportal.perrettlaver.com/VacancyDetail/1ab70955-c2d1-a295-d3f7-3a23c8e21479 quoting reference 8660. The deadline for applications is 12pm ET on Friday, October 23rd.
How to apply
Apply directly on Ocean Conservancy's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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