The Society for Ecological Restoration (SER) (www.ser.org) is seeking applications for the position of Executive Director. The successful candidate will lead the Society in promoting the science and practice of ecological restoration. Primary responsibilities for this position are fundraising, representing the Society to global partners and the public, managing day-to-day operations and supervising a small office staff, and overseeing the Society's conference programs, publications, membership services, and global partnerships. The Executive Director will work closely with the Society's international Board of Directors.
Successful candidates must have: 1) leadership experience; 2) fundraising experience; 3) experience serving on, or working for, an active board of directors; 4) an advanced degree in a restoration- relevant field and commitment to the field of ecological restoration; 5) excellent written and oral communication skills in the English language; 6) multi-cultural experience sensitivity; and 7) willingness to travel up to 20 days a year, locally and internationally. Previous international work experience is a preferred qualification. Applicants should view the full position description on SER's website: http://jobs.ser.org/jobseeker/job/20785878/. Closing date for applications is NOVEMBER 14, 2014.
