Manomet is a nonprofit committed to science-based decisions for humans and nature.
Our scientists and staff work from Alaska to Argentina. Our headquarters are located on a 40-acre waterfront campus in Plymouth, Massachusetts, on Cape Cod Bay, 45 miles south of Boston. We have a satellite office in Brunswick, Maine. With an annual budget of approximately $5M and more than 30 scientists and staff, Manomet offers an entrepreneurial atmosphere of dedicated professionals who support each other toward a common vision of creating a more sustainable world.
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GRADE/STATUS: Full Time, Exempt POSITION SUMMARY: Have you been in a fast-paced corporate or political environment and are tired of the grind? Are you interested in building a top-notch communications capacity for a top-notch science-based organization with global reach, based in SE Massachusetts? Are you passionate about science and sharing impactful conservation work broadly? Are you committed to broadening the diversity of people who have access to science, nature, and the outdoors? Are you interested in opening peoples’ awareness to the magic of nature? Are you innovatively creative and willing to test new ways of communicating? If so, we are looking for an individual to build on Manomet’s 50+ years of banding birds, shorebird conservation, research, and education, and grow our influence nationally and across the Western Hemisphere. Manomet, a Center for Conservation Science, is a small, agile, world-class, science-driven organization with 52-years of history working with stakeholders applying science to benefit humans and nature. This person will be responsible for building Manomet’s name and recognition throughout the Americas. This will include working with Manomet field staff and identifying opportunities to promote our work to local, regional, national, and international audiences. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Manomet has just gone through an organization-wide strategic planning process and is poised for significant growth over the next decade. With a $27M endowment, and a $6M budget this year, we are well-positioned to capitalize on our scientific talent and partnerships to take our work to new levels. This person will work hand-in-hand with the President and Leadership Team to promote our work across the Western Hemisphere. This person will be responsible for: PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION Ability and willingness to travel to various locations in the US as necessary to complete job duties. Travel may also be international. Flexible work schedule possible; two days a week at Plymouth HQ preferred. Manomet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We build diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work, and we aim to cultivate a sense of belonging throughout the organization. Competitive salary between 75-120K, commensurate with experience, and with excellent benefits. There is opportunity for growth in this position. ABOUT MANOMET: With an annual budget of $6 million, Manomet has more than 30 scientists and support staff working from the north slope of Alaska to the southern tip of Argentina. Manomet offers an entrepreneurial atmosphere of dedicated professionals who support each other in a common vision of creating a more sustainable world. Our headquarters is located in Plymouth, Massachusetts on a bluff overlooking Cape Cod Bay, about 45 miles south of Boston. Manomet is a 501(c) (3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on ecosystem management and resilience, shorebird conservation, and educating tomorrow’s leaders about the importance of the natural world. Diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today. You can change the world. Join us! HOW TO APPLY: Please email your resume and cover letter as attachments to jobs@manomet.org. Please reference the job title in the subject line. The position is available immediately and applicants are encouraged to submit their materials by September 24, 2021. Manomet offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive package of benefits. Manomet is an equal opportunity employer.Senior Managing Director, External Affairs
REPORTS TO: President
Would you like to develop and implement new natural systems-based approaches to climate change mitigation and adaptation? Work at the intersection of science, policy and economics? Employ creative problem solving in developing multiple-benefit solutions? Manomet has an opening for a Program Manager for the Climate Smart Land Network. For more information about the Climate Smart Land Network, please visit our website at www.manomet.org. POSITION SUMMARY: Manomet, Inc. is seeking a program manager to help grow the Climate Smart Land Network (CSLN), a major multi-stakeholder initiative to increase climate change resilience of working forests and maximize opportunities for climate change mitigation. By synthesizing current science on key issues around climate change impacts and management responses for working forests, providing interactive educational opportunities, and promoting a North America-wide community of practice, the CSLN helps land managers integrate climate change into silvicultural decision-making and forest management planning. Existing CSLN members manage over 30 million acres of forest throughout the US and Canada, including many of North America’s largest timberland managers. We are looking for a program manager to help grow the CSLN in exciting new directions, including: The CSLN program manager will also assist in other key natural resource management functions at Manomet. In particular, the program manager will: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Support the operation and expansion of the CSLN: QUALIFICATIONS ADA SPECIFICATIONS (Physical demands that must be met in order to complete the essential functions of the job successfully): Ability to lift 20 lbs. Some travel may be required. Some weekend and evening events may be required. ABOUT MANOMET: Manomet is a 501(c) (3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on ecosystem management and resilience, shorebird conservation, and educating tomorrow’s leaders about the importance of the natural world. Diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today. With an annual budget of $6 million, Manomet has more than 30 scientists and support staff working from the north slope of Alaska to the southern tip of Argentina. Manomet offers an entrepreneurial atmosphere of dedicated professionals who support each other in a common vision of creating a more sustainable world. Our headquarters is located in Plymouth, MA on a bluff overlooking Cape Cod Bay, about 45 miles south of Boston. Manomet also has offices in Maine, Vermont, Chile, and Paraguay. You can change the world. Join us! HOW TO APPLY: Please email your resume and cover letter as attachments to jobs@manomet.org. Please reference the job title in the subject line. The position is available immediately and applicants are encouraged to submit their materials by September 24th, 2021. Manomet offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive package of benefits. Manomet is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.Program Manager, Climate Smart Land Network
POSITION SUMMARY: Manomet, Inc. seeks a Development Associate to be part of a small, but dedicated, fundraising team. Working closely with and reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Associate will support cultivation and stewardship efforts for general donors, help craft compelling communications to highlight Manomet’s work and donor impact, and serve as the Department lead for event planning and management. This role will also assist with foundation research and grant proposal development, and as needed, support day-to-day development operations. The ideal candidate will be an organized self-starter with strong writing skills and event planning experience, who works well as part of a team, and has a can-do attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Event Management Grants and Foundations Development Operations QUALIFICATIONS SALARY: The salary range for this position is $42,500 to $54,000 annually plus a competitive benefits package. ADA SPECIFICATIONS (Physical demands that must be met in order to complete the essential functions of the job successfully): Ability to lift 20 lbs. Some travel may be required. Some weekend and evening events may be required. HOW TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@manomet.org. Manomet is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.Development Associate
Prospecting, Cultivation, and Stewardship
With the Director of Development, work to cultivate and steward existing donors and identify new donors and fundraising opportunities for the organization. Craft gift acknowledgment letters and fundraising appeals. Research prospective institutional and individual donors and help identify potential connectors within our existing networks to advance relationships. Oversee donor acknowledgment and stewardship for general donors and support stewardship efforts for major gift and planned giving donors. Create compelling content for donors and prospects to highlight the work of Manomet, including magazine and e-newsletter articles, copy for the website and Annual Report, and special stewardship campaign materials.
Design, plan, and coordinate events to cultivate and steward donors and prospects. Develop and manage the budget. Create invite lists and track RSVPs. Coordinate with the Communications Department on print and email promotion and other collateral as needed. Manage on-site event logistics. Ensure an appropriate event follow-up.
With the Director of Development, research new institutional funding opportunities and assist with drafting proposals and compiling supporting documents. Support the Senior Manager of Development Operations in tracking the status of grant applications across all program areas.
As needed, assist the Director of Development and Senior Manager of Development Operations with recording donor research, actions, and touchpoints into Raiser’s Edge; printing, assembling, and mailing donor acknowledgment letters and special in-house direct mail campaigns; compiling materials and information for external reports; and frontline donor support.
DEPARTMENT / INITIATIVE: Environmental Education & Outreach, U360 GRADE/STATUS: Full-time, Exempt REPORTS TO: Lora Babb, Director, U360 POSITION SUMMARY: The role of the U360 Program Assistant is to provide administrative and program support for the Director of U360 and the college students participating in the U360 Business Sustainability Internship at Manomet. U360 is an experiential education and professional development program focused on business sustainability and designed to train the next generation of change-makers to tackle today’s environmental, social, and economic challenges. The two-semester curriculum incorporates applied science, business, and sustainability workshops, career skills training, sustainability assessments of small businesses, and a Capstone project. Under the direction of the U360 Director, the U360 Program Assistant will help process business data, coach and support the U360 students, work with university partners, recruit new students, promote the program publicly, and handle routine administrative tasks in an effective and efficient manner. This full-time position can either be remote or based out of one of Manomet’s offices (Plymouth, MA or Brunswick, ME), depending on the person’s geographic location and preference, and it operates within Eastern Standard Time. The position requires one weekly evening commitment and, due to the nature of working with college students, may also require additional evening work and occasional weekend work. MISSION CONNECTION: The U360 Program Assistant position advances Manomet’s mission and strategic goals as it enables the U360 Director to enroll and manage a greater number of students in the program, which results in more young adults and small business owners receiving Manomet’s environmental education and increasing their environmental stewardship. ABOUT MANOMET: Manomet is a 501(c) (3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on ecosystem management and resilience, shorebird conservation, and educating tomorrow’s leaders about the importance of the natural world. Diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Additional tasks may be included in this position depending on the person’s skills and experience. QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum education, experience, skills required to perform the job) REQUIRED: DESIRED: SALARY: $48,000 annual salary with competitive benefits package ADA SPECIFICATIONS: Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified candidates with disabilities. This position does require consecutive hours of computer work and the ability to lift up to 20 pounds. This position may require some travel. Manomet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HOW TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae to jobs@manomet.org. The start date for this position is August 23, 2021. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Program Assistant, U360 Business Sustainability Internship Program
Assist the U360 Director with a variety of logistical and administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Help the U360 Director process, analyze, and report the survey data and results from the students’ interviews and assessments with the participating small businesses.
Under the guidance and direction of the U360 Director, provide coaching and educational support, as needed, to the U360 students as they go through the 8-month program and engage with small businesses.
Assist with student recruitment efforts from January through June, which may include corresponding with existing and potential new college partners, scheduling and conducting virtual information sessions, posting the position on college job boards, creating and sending email marketing, attending recruitment events in diverse communities, and more.
Assist with the student acceptance process during the summer, which may include reviewing and organizing applications, scheduling applicant interviews, checking references, etc.
In collaboration with Manomet’s Communication Team and the U360 Director, assist with the marketing, communications, and social media for U360 when needed.
In collaboration with Manomet’s Development Team and the U360 Director, help to coordinate, promote, and execute the annual U360 online giving challenge fundraiser that happens every March.
In collaboration with Manomet’s Communication Team and the U360 Director, help to coordinate, promote, and execute the Capstone student competition that culminates the U360 program every spring.