Conservation Project Manager

Safari Club International

. Develop, maintain, and update project schedules, workplans, milestones, deliverables, and documentation .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project coordination and administration, with a strong focus on maintaining project schedules, tracking budgets, and preparing detailed project reports. Proficient in utilizing project management systems and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

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Project CoordinationBudget TrackingProject ReportingMicrosoft 365 ProficiencyGrant Management

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingBudget ManagementDocumentation ManagementProject ReportingTime ManagementProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailIndependent WorkProject Management SystemsGrant Tracking

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaborationJudgment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectMicrosoft PlannerSmartsheetAsana

Certifications & Qualifications

CAPM

Industry Keywords

ConservationNatural ResourcesNonprofit ManagementEnvironmental ResearchWildlife Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, maintain, and update project schedules, workplans, milestones, deliverables, and documentation
Track multiple conservation projects to ensure deadlines, reporting requirements, and administrative deliverables are completed on schedule
Coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, document decisions, distribute action items, and follow up on assigned responsibilities
Maintain project budgets and expenditure tracking records in coordination with Conservation Program Managers and Finance
Monitor project timelines and identify potential delays, budget variances, or outstanding deliverables requiring management attention
Prepare regular project status reports, summaries, dashboards, and updates for the Director of Conservation
Coordinate collection of project information, financial documentation, partner reports, and supporting materials for grant and program reporting
Maintain accurate and organized project files, agreements, correspondence, reports, and supporting documentation
Communicate with internal departments, external partners, researchers, and other stakeholders regarding project schedules, documentation, and administrative requirements
Assist with tracking grant requirements, reporting deadlines, compliance documentation, and project close-out activities
Maintain and update project management systems, shared calendars, tracking tools, and departmental records
Support coordination with Finance, Development, Communications, and other departments
Identify opportunities to improve project tracking, documentation, and administrative processes
Assist Conservation Program Managers with project planning, administrative coordination, and follow-up
Attend meetings, conventions, trade shows, and other events as appropriate
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, conservation, natural resources, nonprofit management, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered
Minimum of 3 years of experience in project coordination, project administration, or related work involving multiple concurrent projects
Experience maintaining project schedules, tracking budgets, coordinating deliverables, and preparing project reports
Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft 365
Experience with project management or collaborative work management systems
Ability to work independently within established guidelines and exercise sound judgment
Ability to support SCIF's conservation mission
Ability to travel domestically or internationally as required
Valid driver's license with ability to be insurable on SCI policy
Preferred: experience supporting conservation, wildlife, natural resource, environmental research, or nonprofit projects
Preferred: experience coordinating grant-funded projects, including tracking reporting deadlines, budgets, and supporting documentation
Preferred: familiarity with Microsoft Project, Planner, Smartsheet, Asana, or comparable systems
Preferred: CAPM or comparable project management training
Preferred: experience coordinating activities involving government agencies, research institutions, nonprofit organizations, or external project partners
Hunters preferred
Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position may be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ability to attend meetings, conventions, trade shows, and other events as appropriate
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