IIC Staff – M. Akresh [Work-Study]

Position Type: Work Study

Department:  Environmental Studies

Start Date:  5/8/21
End Date:  8/27/21
Number of Positions:  3
Hours per Week:  10
Weekends Required:  No
Evenings Required:  No

Supervisor:  Michael Akresh

This position allows for remote work Yes/No:  Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%):  100%

Method to assess remote work:  Supervisor will be in weekly communication with the students to monitor that the work is being completed. Supervisor will track completed tasks.

Job Description

The Institute for International Conservation (IIC), formerly known as the Center for Tropical Ecology and Conservation (CTEC), will be hiring new 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 conduct more fundraising this coming year with local businesses (5 hours/week). The staff will also assist with projects such as website updates, social media, coffee orders, and webinars (5 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 protected], [email protected]