Start Date: 8/27/2023
End Date: 5/3/2024
Number of Positions: 2
Hours per Week: 30
Weekends Required: NO
Evenings Required: NO
Supervisor: Michael Akresh
Alternate Supervisor: Jason Rhoades
This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes
Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 80%
Method to assess remote work: Supervisor will be in weekly communication with
the student to monitor that the work is being completed. We hope to support
students in international research and service, raise awareness of
international topics and our connection with the wider world, foster students'
career development, and provide a welcoming hub celebrating international
community.
Job Description
The Institute for International Conservation (IIC), formerly known as
the Center for Tropical Ecology and Conservation (CTEC), will be hiring
staff.
The staff will play a pivotal role in IIC to liaise with the local,
regional, and international community to cultivate partnerships and
develop opportunities for AUNE students.
Responsibilities include working to expand and strengthen the
relationships that IIC has with affiliate international organizations (5
hours/week), building relationships with local and regional organizations
(5 hours/week), and building on the database for international
internships, jobs, and research/service opportunities (5 hours/week).
We plan to have staff conduct more fundraising this coming year with
merchandise/t-shirt sales, and other activities (10 hours/week).
The staff will also assist with projects such as international student
activities, website updates, social media, coffee orders, and webinars
(10 hours/week).
Lastly, staff may assist with international research and/or service
projects being conducted by the Co-Directors of the IIC (5 hours/week).
Qualifications
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Ability and interest in working independently and in a team
Interest in international conservation
Federal work study funds
How to Apply: Send a short cover letter of interest and your CV to Mike Akresh
and Jason Rhoades.
Email: Email: [email protected], [email protected].
Position Type: Work Study
Department: ES
