Hawai'i Marine Fellow
What We Can Achieve Together:
The Marine Fellow is a full-time two-year position in The Nature Conservancy’s (TNC) Hawai‘i Marine Fellowship Program. The program is designed to build well-qualified, experienced marine resource managers who will provide critically needed leadership and capacity for the sustainable management of Hawai‘i’s lands and waters into the future. Marine Fellows are integral to The Nature Conservancy’s work in Hawaiʻi and throughout the Pacific. Through their work, Marine Fellows will learn a variety of conservation, science, and leadership skills as they conduct on-the-ground conservation work with TNC staff and partners. During the two-year program, the Fellows will assist in the development, implementation, management, monitoring, and coordination of science and community-based marine conservation projects throughout the main Hawaiian Islands.
The first year of the fellowship program is focused on building basic skills in natural sciences, resource monitoring, community capacity building, public policy, outreach and communications, leadership development, and more. During the second year of the fellowship, Marine Fellows will grow their leadership skills as they take on more responsibilities and participate in strategic planning and project management. Each Fellow will work with mentors and program leadership to develop and complete a final capstone project in a topic area relating to their own professional goals that also advances priority marine conservation work.
Application Instructions:
Please attach a cover letter in your application that describes your experience w/ecological management principles and how you have demonstrated your commitment for conserving Hawaii’s marine ecosystems.
We’re Looking for You:
If you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join the Hawai ‘ i Marine Fellowship Program! We’re lo oking for two passionate, dedicated people for the 2025-2027 Fellowship cohort . C reativity, communit y focus , interest in marine conservation and science, and a desire to become part of the next generation of conservation leaders in Hawai‘ i are key in this role. Come join TNC and apply today!
What You’ll Bring:
Associate, technical or vocational degree and 1 year of related experience (in natural resources management or similar field) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in ecological land management principles.
Demonstrated commitment, dedication, and passion for conserving Hawai‘ i’s marine ecosystems.
Ability to snorkel for at least 3 hours at a time in challenging weather conditions.
Experience working with communities in Hawai‘ i toward resource management goals .
Desired Qualifications
BA/BS degree in related field
Experience working with Hawai‘ i’s natural systems, cultural practices, and communities as they relate to land or coastal management or marine conservation.
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Experience with managing groups or projects to meet or address a coastal or marine related challenge/issue.
Ability to complete tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Web brows ers) .
Communicating clearly via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
Salary Information:
The starting pay for this position is within the range of $24.45 – $26.92 per hour (with a 35-hour work week). This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA and county of employment is Honolulu, HI. Where a successful candidate’s pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including location, qualifications, skills, and experience. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
Who We Are :
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or on Glassdoor .
Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”
What We Bring:
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
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