Manager, Native Plant Habitat Impact & Certifications

NWF International

. Provide strategic leadership for the development, implementation, and growth of habitat conservation initiatives, primarily Trees for Wildlife .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in habitat conservation initiatives, strategic partnership management, and program operations. Proficient in data-driven decision-making, fundraising strategies, and community engagement to advance conservation goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Habitat ConservationProgram ManagementFundraising and Grant WritingData Analysis and ReportingStrategic Partnerships

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementGrant ManagementBudget DevelopmentData VisualizationEvent CoordinationProposal DevelopmentCommunity EngagementStakeholder CommunicationsCompetitive AnalysisNative Plant Restoration

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationRelationship BuildingProblem-SolvingStrategic Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteCRM SystemsProject Management ToolsAirtableGIS Mapping

Industry Keywords

Environmental ScienceUrban ForestryNonprofit ManagementSustainabilityCommunity-Based Conservation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership for the development, implementation, and growth of habitat conservation initiatives, primarily Trees for Wildlife
Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships
Secure and steward funding opportunities
Oversee program operations and impact measurement
Advance community-based conservation through data-driven decision-making and stakeholder engagement
Plan and support strategic growth of habitat programs for corporate sponsorships, employee engagement, and revenue campaigns
Manage the Trees for Wildlife partnership process, conduct outreach, secure collaboration agreements, and facilitate reporting and invoice reimbursements
Apply data to inform program decisions, outcomes, and audience-based messaging
Refresh annual competitive analysis across the national tree and urban forestry space
Contribute to the Trees for Wildlife strategic business planning process
Support fundraising through research, budget development, and proposal writing
Support coordination with Community Wildlife Habitats and Mayors Monarch Pledge networks
Update program impact reporting requirements and improve metric collection processes
Research and write best-practice summaries and case studies
Define sponsor packages and feasible deliverables with internal teams
Implement and manage RFP, delivery, and reporting structures for multi-year mini-grants
Identify partners for planting and educational events
Coordinate event logistics, reimbursements, and materials deliveries
Respond to program inbox and customer service inquiries
Lead annual Trees for Wildlife Month Campaign coordination and appeals
Develop compelling web, blog, presentation, and newsletter content
Coordinate content management and communications processes with the Native Plant Habitat Strategy team
Report to the Head of Native Plant Habitat Impact & Certifications and work across teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Conservation, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Communications, Ecological Landscaping, Sustainability, Urban Forestry, Native Plant Ecosystems or a related field; advanced degree a bonus
5-8+ years of progressively responsible experience in program management, conservation, environmental nonprofit leadership, community engagement, or a related field
Knowledge of habitat conservation, urban forestry, native plant restoration, community-based conservation, or related environmental programs is ideal
Commitment to conservation, environmental stewardship, and advancing equitable community engagement
Experience implementing strategic partnerships with corporate sponsors, nonprofits, community organizations, and government agencies
Project management experience overseeing multiple initiatives, timelines, budgets, contracts, and deliverables
Experience supporting fundraising through grant writing, proposal development, sponsorship cultivation, budget preparation, and donor stewardship
Strong analytical skills using data, metrics, dashboards, and reporting tools
Experience managing grant-funded programs, including reporting, compliance, reimbursement processes, and stakeholder communications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience planning and coordinating events, volunteer engagement activities, and community outreach campaigns
Ability to identify process improvements and implement effective systems
Problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, project management tools, and data visualization or reporting platforms such as Airtable
GIS mapping experience is preferred
U.S. citizenship or valid work authorization to work in the U.S.
Ability to submit a cover letter and resume
Ability to travel approximately 5-8 times per year

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible scheduling
Paid time off: vacation starting at three weeks accrual based on a full-time schedule
Unlimited wellbeing time
11 holidays
Paid winter break between December 25 and January 1
Up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave
Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options
Outpatient mental health covered at in-network rates
Therapist available at no cost
Pet insurance and discount perk program
Annual wellbeing allowance
Retirement plan with immediate match and vesting
Annual year end retirement contribution
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption and Surrogacy assistance
Pet adoption stipend
Student Loan management
Flexible and empowered work environment
Work-life balance and family-friendly atmosphere