What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conservation Leader position at Columbus Zoo Family of Parks?
Company Overview
Columbus Zoo Family of Parks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people and saving wildlife. Our mission is to provide an inclusive experience for all who engage with us, focusing on animal conservation, biodiversity, and sustainability.
Job Description
The Vice President and Director of the Columbus Center for Wildlife Conservation will lead our conservation efforts locally and globally, spearheading fundraising initiatives and developing strategies to secure financial support. This key leader will foster a culture of sustainability within and beyond our organization, collaborating with senior leadership, Board members, staff, and stakeholders to set strategic goals and measure success.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Columbus Zoo Family of Parks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people and saving wildlife. Our mission is to provide an inclusive experience for all who engage with us, focusing on animal conservation, biodiversity, and sustainability.
Job Description
The Vice President and Director of the Columbus Center for Wildlife Conservation will lead our conservation efforts locally and globally, spearheading fundraising initiatives and developing strategies to secure financial support. This key leader will foster a culture of sustainability within and beyond our organization, collaborating with senior leadership, Board members, staff, and stakeholders to set strategic goals and measure success.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the strategic vision and operational framework for the CCWC, overseeing key programs including but not limited to Partners in Conservation (PIC), the Ohio Center for Wildlife Conservation, Mission Conservation, and the Commitment to Conservation Award.
- Cultivate a collaborative environment by nurturing existing partnerships and establishing new ones to enhance our conservation impact.
- Oversee conservation projects and staff involvement supported by the CCWC.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in advancing conservation and sustainability initiatives.
- At least ten years in a leadership role within a conservation-related field (e.g., Zoo, Field Project, Government, Academia).
- Inspirational leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.
- Strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making capabilities to guide the organization toward achieving its mission.
- High ethical standards with a commitment to transparency and accountability.
