Senior Director, Next Generation
Quick answer
The National Audubon Society is hiring a hybrid Senior Director, Next Generation across various US locations paying $115k-$162k to lead youth and young-adult engagement strategies and build a robust pipeline of future conservationists.
- Role
- Senior Director, Next Generation
- Organization
- National Audubon Society
- Location
- Various US-based Audubon office locations (Hybrid)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $115,000 - $162,000 / year (depending on location)
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Senior Director, Next Generation leads the initiative to engage youth and young adults, uniting K-12 education, campus chapters, and early-career pathways under a single strategic framework. This leadership role is responsible for designing a pipeline of conservationists, managing a dedicated team, and fostering hemispheric partnerships to drive long-term environmental impact. The position emphasizes data-driven strategy to ensure young people progress from learning to active leadership in bird and habitat conservation.
What you'll do
- Lead the Next Generation pillar by aligning youth programs with organizational goals.
- Manage and mentor the campus chapters team to foster an inclusive culture.
- Design a 'ladder of engagement' connecting participants to conservation action.
- Monitor metrics related to equity, retention, and civic engagement.
- Represent Audubon as a thought leader in youth and young-adult engagement.
What it takes
- 10 years of experience in youth/young adult engagement or community organizing.
- Minimum of 3 years in a leadership capacity.
- Proven ability to design and lead complex, multi-stage programs.
- Strong strategic, analytical, and people-management skills.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, including internationally.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
This is a hybrid position requiring employees to work from a designated Audubon office every Monday and Tuesday, plus two additional days per month.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range varies by location, ranging from $115,000 to $129,000 in some regions, $129,000 to $145,000 in others, and $144,000 to $162,000 in New York and Oakland.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates need 10 years of experience in youth or community engagement, including at least three years in a leadership role, and strong strategic and analytical skills.
How to apply
Apply directly on National Audubon Society's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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