The International Institute for Sustainable Development - Recruiting new "Earth Negotiations Bulletin" writers. These will be added to the team of freelance consultants who write and edit the bulletin and other conference reporting services. These are part-time positions. Qualified applicants from all countries, especially developing countries are encouraged to apply. Specific requirements: All applicants should be enrolled in or about to begin a Ph.D. program or have recently received the Ph.D. or LL.M degree, or have at least 5 years of UN environmental policy experience; have worked, published or undertaken academic reseach on one or more of the multilateral environmental agrements covered by the "Earth Negotiations Bulletin; demonstrate fluency in understanding and speaking English and have strong skills in one other UN language; have a good understnading of multilateral negotiations and the UN system; work well in small groups and have the flexibility to travel to international meetings for periods of up to 3 weeks at a time. To apply send an email to write2008@iisd.org with a copy of your CV/resume and a letter of introduction. Application deadline is noon GMT 8/21/08. (8/11/08)
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Ohio River Foundation - Education Director. Ohio River Foundation, an Ohio River watershed conservation non-profit organization based out of Cincinnati, seeks a full-time Rain Garden Program Manager for its Conservation and Watershed Education Programs. Job responsibilities include: design, manage, and oversee rain garden projects in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky; help staff teach watershed and rain garden curriculum in classroom setting, and on 1/2 day field trips to local streams and rivers; coordinate all aspects of project elements: marketing, scheduling, special events, and volunteers; provide material for ORF newsletters and marketing materials; order, manage, and maintain all project equipment; work to further develop project activities; assist in and pursue fundraising for ORF programs, and manage grants. Salary and benefits are competitive and negotiable depending on qualifications. To apply, send resume and cover letter to: Ohio River Foundation, PO box 42460, Cincinnati, OH 45242, 513-469-6755 (fax), orf@ohioriverfdn.org. Position begins 9/1/08. (8/8/08)
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Little Miami Inc. - Scenic River & Trail Center Coordinator. Responsibilities include: welcome and educate visitors to the LMI Scenic River & Trail Center and implement new river-related educational exhibits, programs and informational materials for distribution at the Center; conduct offsite presentations to inform river valley residents, river and trail users, local officials and others regarding the mssion, potential partnerships, educational opportunities and restoration projects for the Little Miami River, Little Miami Inc. and the SRT Center; solicit and supervise volunteer SRT Center staff; promote Little Miami Inc membership support and other citizen opportunities to help protect and restore the environmental resources of the Little Miami River. This is a part-time position averaging 30 hours/week starting immediately upon hiring and ending November 30, 2008. Salary is $15.10/hr. Apply by email to partee@littlemiami.com. Deadline is 8/11/08. (8/6/08)
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Geologist/Environmental Scientist - The Payne Firm, Inc. is seeking an entry level master degree individual to join their Cincinnati office. The successful candidate will conduct subsurface investigations and Phase I site assessments for a variety of complex environmenntal projects. General work responsibilities will include: soil logging and sampling, ground water monitoring well installation and sampling, review and interpretation of laboratory data, assist in planning and scheduling field activities, use of a variety of field equipment, and preparing written reports. Contact: The Payne Firm, Inc., 11231 Cornell Park Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45242, 513-489-2255. (6/27/08)
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Director - Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions, University of Victoria, BC. The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions has been created and funded through the largest single contribution to a university endowment in Canadian history - $90M from the Government of British Columbia. The PICS Director will lead the development of the Institute's strategic and financial planning, as well as foster and maintain networks of researchers and research partnerships on climate impact adaptations and solutions. A major role will be providing advice to government on policy development. Consideration of candidates will begin in September 2008 and the appointment is effective January 1, 2009. Further information can be found at www.pics.uvic.ca/directorsearch. Inquiries and applications should be submitted to: Lyn Tait, Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions, University of Victoria, PO Box 1700, STN CSC, Victoria BC, V9W 2Y2, Canada; Tel: 1-250-853-3596, Email: ltait@uvic.ca. (6/17/08)
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Director of Marketing & Development - Cincinnati Nature Center is seeking an experiences, organized and passionate Director to lead four full-time and three part-time staff in capital and annual fundraising, membership and volunteer programs, publications, PR, marketing, and special events. Send a cover letter and resume to Bill Hopple, Executive Director, bhopple@cincynature.org. More information available on the web site. (6/12/08)
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Conservation Education Specialist - at The Wilds. The Wilds is one of the largest and most innovative wildlife conservation centers in the world. Located on nearly 10,000 acres in Muskingum Co., OH, it is home to about 30 species of rare and endangered animals from Asia, Africa, and North America, and hundreds of indigenous species. The responsibilities of this position fulfill educational aspects of the Wilds' mission, including program and curriculum development, implementation and evaluation, shared oversignt of residential programs, Wilds promotion including written materials, safety, grant development and submission, seasonal staff supervision, and other activities. Send letter and resume to: The Wilds, Attn: Laura A. Busby, Director, Conservation Education, 14000 International Rd., Cumberland, OH 43732, or email to lbusby@thewilds.org. (5/27/08)
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Banana Island Youth Association - BIYA is looking for a volunteer ideally for a 2-year period to support its development project. The BIYA is a community-based organization registered with the Sierra Leone Ministry of Social Welfare, Gender and Children's Affairs. The volunteer will provide advice to the BIYA and Banana island Guest House management committee and staff with respect to effective project management, completion of project infrastructure, relationships with donors and investors, and identifying training needs and finding ways to satisfy them. The Banana islands are an ecologically fragile and extremely bio-diverse chain of 3 islands (5 sq. miles) with monkeys, iguana, rare birds and myriad flora. Until recently the islands have been protected but oil and gas exploration and foreign fishing vessels are now threatening the islands' ecology. The volunteer will raise awareness among inhabitants about the islands' unique nature and the link between sound environmental management and sustainable eco-tourism. Contact walkerg123@yahoo.com for information. (5/6/08)
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The Butterfly House - Animal Show (Education) Internship. Responsibilities include: handling live invertebrates after proper training, research and study facts and information about various invertebrates to present brief formal and informal talks to The Butterfly House guests, and inviting guests to enjoy The Butterful House activities and attractions. Developing and presenting 5 minute skits on the animals to varied audiences. Applicants should contact the Butterfly House at 636-530-0076 ext 12, or submit a resume, application and cover letter to: Attn: Internships, Butterfly House, 15193 Olive Blvd., Chesterfield, MO 63017 or fax to: 636-530-1516, attn: Jessica Deering. Questions--email jessica.deering@mobot.org. Internships are offered spring, summer and fall. (1/22/08)
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The Butterfly House - Entomology Internship. The internship includes hands on work with all non-venomous invertebrates and other animals the Butterfly House as well as helping to maintain the collection and processing shipments. Interns will be required to spend time in the classroom for hands on demonstrations. Applicants should contact the Butterfly House at 636-530-0076 ext 12, or submit a resume, application and cover letter to: Attn: Internships, Butterfly House, 15193 Olive Blvd., Chesterfield, MO 63017 or fax to: 636-530-1516, attn: Jessica Deering. Questions--email jessica.deering@mobot.org. Internships are offered spring, summer and fall. (1/22/08)
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The Butterfly House - Horticulture Internship. The internship provides practical, hands-on work experience in a unique garden setting. Interns will assist the Horticulture staff and volunteers in maintaining the tropical conservatory garden, native habitats, prairie garden, annual garden, and rounds. Applicants should contact the Butterfly House at 636-530-0076 ext 12, or submit a resume, application and cover letter to: Attn: Internships, Butterfly House, 15193 Olive Blvd., Chesterfield, MO 63017 or fax to: 636-530-1516, attn: Jessica Deering. Questions--email jessica.deering@mobot.org. Internships are offered spring, summer and fall. (1/22/08)
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American Rivers - This is a site with listings of internships. (11/27/06)
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Three Valley Conservation Trust Intern and Volunteer Opportunities:
Watershed/Conservation Intern
Information Technology Intern
Land Protection/Monitoring Intern
GIS Intern
Administrative Intern/volunteers
Conservation Development and Innovative Water Quality Interns
Web Designer
Webmaster
Outreach Assistant
Contact Larry Frimerman, Executive Director, Three Valley Conservation Trust, 5920 Morning Sun Road, PO Box 234, Oxford, OH 45056, 513-524-2150, lfrimerman@3vct.org. (8/22/06)
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