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Geospatial Data Manager - The Nature Conservancy Global Science Team

Organization:
The Nature Conservancy
Location:
Virginia, United States
Closing date:
29 March 2024

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER The Geospatial Data Manager will work as part of a team within the Global Science Business Unit, providing a broad range of support to the Science Capacity team in coordination with the Spatial Conservation Science, Climate Science, Economics & Governance, and Human Dimensions teams. The Science Capacity program manages and implements science-related resources, including geospatial data and associated analytical methods, training, mentoring, peer-review services, communities of practice, knowledge management, a science survey, and science flagship events. Global Science partners with regions and global teams to provide critical science, technical expertise, and capacity building in support of achieving the organization's 2030 goals. The Science Capacity program is designed to meet the needs of TNC science and conservation staff with flexibility and inclusivity in mind, aligning with project and career goals to maximize participation. The program is aligned with the One Conservancy Science Plan. It empowers science staff to achieve their maximum potential, supporting scientists across TNC's global reach to achieve the organization's 2030 Goals for people and nature. This is a fully remote position. The position requires travel and working flexible hours as needed. The work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain. The Geospatial Data Manager reports to the Global Director of Science Capacity. Read more and apply - this position is remote, open internationally, poition open until filled.

Remote Sensing Graduate Intern

Organization:
World Wildlife Fund (US)
Location:
District of Columbia, United States
Closing date:
29 March 2024

The Remote Sensing Intern will develop or adapt a methodology to assess human population dynamics using machine learning applied to satellite imagery. Responsibilities Collect and analyze existing research publications, including in the grey literature on the use of satellite or aerial photography imagery, including from drones, for counting houses in remote rural areas. Establish a literature reference library on the subject using a literature database program such as EndNote or equivalent. Establish a methodology to automate the analysis of satellite imagery to count and identify by type (e.g. Indigenous people hut, house with thatch roof, house with tin roof). Ground truth the methodology by assessing the situation in the Dzanga-Sangha Landscape (Reserve plus 25km buffer zone) in Central African Republic (CAR). Publish a report or scientific paper with the results. Relationships: Establishes and maintains efficient working relationships with WWF staff, donors, stakeholders, beneficiaries and other relevant organizations in the CAR and the Congo Basin region including government partners. Performs other duties as requested. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Pursuing a graduate program in GIS, remote sensing, or a related field of study. Those studying outside these areas are still highly encouraged to apply. Must be an actively enrolled student and not received degree at time of internship start date (June 17, 2024). Strong background in environmental policy, inclusive natural resource management, including species conservation, protected area planning and management, climate change adaptation and mitigation (REDD+), land-use planning, and/or related topics. Strong knowledge base on applied remote sensing and machine learning is required. Experience building good working relationships with local and international partners is highly desirable. Must be a team player with very strong diplomatic skills. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Identifies and aligns with WWF’s core values:COURAGE – We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it’s needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home. INTEGRITY – We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountabilityand transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve. RESPECT – We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future. COLLABORATION – We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation. Preferred Qualifications: Fluency in written and verbal English and French is beneficial. A candidate with a deep personal and cultural connection to the Central African region’s people and environment. Proficiency with GIS software and spatial databases. Learning Outcomes Increased exposure to careers in conservation and sustainability Cultivating a professional network across WWF Integrating academic theory and practice Further development of communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, collaboration WWF interns will be provided a set of professional development opportunities, aimed at increasing their exposure to conservation and sustainability careers. This includes: Development discussions with their manager; Up to two online courses through Cornell University’s eCornell program; Speed mentoring with different WWF teams; Opportunity to present their work to intern peers and WWF staff; Session on resume and interviewing best practices. Interns will also have access to an array of networking opportunities. This includes meetings with WWF’s CEO, the senior management team, Employee Resource Groups, and representatives from other departments. Apply here: https://careers-wwfus.icims.com/jobs/3671/br-2419-remote-sensing-graduate-intern/job

Geospatial Data Specialist

Organization:
The Nature Conservancy
Location:
New York, United States
Closing date:
28 March 2024

What We Can Achieve Together: The Geospatial Data Specialist manages and maintains conservation databases and provides technical support in GIS or other relational database technologies to Conservancy staff. The Geospatial Data Specialist processes spatial and/or relational data sets derived from cartographic and tabular source material. They build, maintain, and populate data and records databases and manual files, and develop and maintain GIS library and/or database products library. They provide hardware and software support, and train staff. May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. We’re Looking for You: Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, thorough, and a motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today! What You’ll Bring: • Associates degree in related field and 2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Experience managing, maintaining and populating databases and manual files. • Experience with producing maps and/or other graphic products and reports and operating GIS software. • Experience analyzing, building, populating and producing reports from databases. • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and web browsers. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • BA/BS degree in related field and 2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Experience with creating and managing metadata. • Experience running Python applications to support automated workflows. • Experience using Esri ArcPro and ArcGIS Online in a cloud-based server environment. Apply here https://careers.nature.org/psp/tnccareers/APPLICANT/APPL/c/HRSHRAMFL.HRSCGSEARCHFL.GBL?Page=HRSAPPJBPSTFL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=54864&PostingSeq=1

Staff Scientist, Terrestrial Ecology & Climate Change

Organization:
Appalachian Mountain Club
Location:
New Hampshire, United States
Closing date:
22 March 2024

The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) seeks a permanent, full-time ecologist with expertise in northeastern forest and/or alpine ecosystems and a focus on climate change science or impacts. Suitable candidates will develop a research portfolio with a focus on forest ecology, landscape ecology, alpine communities, soil science, or a combination of these. AMC’s Research Team, in cooperation with our Maine forestry team and academic and NGO partners around the region, maintains permanent alpine phenology plots, forest inventory sites, and climate sensors across the region, engages in long-term monitoring of lakes and streams, and conducts applied research focused on climate change, habitat connectivity, mountain and alpine ecology, pressures of energy infrastructure siting, and forest conservation and silviculture. This position is expected to focus on our priority theme, climate change and natural resource protection in the mountains and forests of the Northeast, with latitude to develop a research program in one or more specific areas that address this theme. We seek an accomplished scientist with a track record of peer-reviewed publications and funded research in ecosystem science or climate change, a strong interest in field science, and data harmonization and synthesis, to take advantage of our decades of monitoring data and partners’ data resources. Apply at https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=126027&clientkey=BBCC05572F3551CD7692FCADEA3B8414