Conservation International protects nature for the benefit of humanity. Through science, policy, fieldwork, and finance, we spotlight and secure the most important places in nature for the climate, biodiversity, and for people. With offices in 30 countries and projects in more than 100 countries, Conservation International partners with governments, companies, civil society, Indigenous peoples, and local communities to help people and nature thrive together.
Over the last 10 years, CI has developed a comprehensive Blue Climate program spanning over 20 countries dedicated to identifying and addressing science, policy, and conservation priorities for oceans and climate globally. The Blue Climate program within the Center for Oceans at CI works closely with our field programs across the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Africa to design and implement innovative approaches to (1) apply nature-based climate adaptation solutions that improve coastal and marine communities’ well-being while also conserving ecosystems and biodiversity; and (2) conserve and restore coastal blue carbon ecosystems (mangroves, salt marshes, and seagrass meadows) for climate adaptation and mitigation. The Blue Climate program also has key leadership roles in advancing climate mitigation and adaptation priorities into national and regional coastal management, policy, and science through the Blue Carbon Initiative (Science and Policy working groups), the International Partnership for Blue Carbon, the Global Mangrove Alliance, and the Global Green-Gray Community of Practice.
Under the supervision of the Blue Climate Senior Director, the Blue Climate Coordinator should be a self-motivated, creative team member dedicated to the long-term growth and success of CI’s Blue Climate program. This position provides administrative, research, and project support to the Blue Climate team and critical facilitation of the Blue Climate network team, which spans multiple CI programs and centers. The position will coordinate with other programs within the Center for Oceans, Moore Center for Science and Solutions, Center for Policy and Incentives, and others across CI, as well as with external partners to ensure successful completion and maximum integration of blue climate initiatives and partnerships at CI. The position requires the ability to build strong working relationships with staff from across CI’s country programs, other CI Centers, and a diverse range of external partners, including academics, conservation leaders, and partners.