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Pitch, write, and edit digital and print stories for Audubon magazine, assist with research and fact-checking, and participate in editorial meetings to plan coverage. | Graduate-level journalism education or relevant experience, strong writing and reporting skills, interest in science and environmental issues, and commitment to organizational values. | About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety. Position Summary: Audubon magazine is offering an exciting opportunity to join our editorial team as an Editorial Fellow, working on both digital stories for Audubon.org and our quarterly print magazine. As the flagship publication of the National Audubon Society, our reporting both celebrates our fascination with birds and probes pressing planetary issues, including biodiversity loss, habitat conservation, climate change, and more. The magazine also emphasizes, through stories and visuals, the importance of a diverse and inclusive science and conservation effort to help meet the challenges facing birds and people today. In 2021, Audubon won a National Magazine Award for "General Excellence"-the highest honor in the magazine industry-for our exceptional work across platforms. As a full-time fellow, the selected applicant will have the chance to be a valuable member of our team, contributing both digital and print content and getting a behind-the-scenes look at what it's like to be an editor at a major publication. Thisfellowshipis a training ground for a long-term, successful career in journalism.Ideal candidates will have strong writing and communication skills as well as an interest in covering topics ranging fromscienceandconservation news to environmental andsocialjustice.Immersed in the day-to-day operations, the fellow will hone the skill of creating fresh and accurate content on fast-paced deadlines and develop a stronger ability to tell longer, engaging narrative stories. The intent is for fellows to gain experience, published work, and job savvy that will help them land a staff job or launch a successful freelance career. Fellows Schedule: Thefellowshipis approximately 35 hours per week, For fellows outside of the New York City or DC area, the role is fully remote. For fellows located in NYC or DC, this role is hybrid based out of either our NYC or DC office. Projected term of employment: January 5, 2026, through the end of June 2026. To apply, please upload a one-page cover letter, one-page resume, and links to three to five writing samples. The links can be included in the cover letter. Compensation: $20.00 / hour Additional Job Description Essential Functions • Pitch and write articles for Audubon.org, working closely with the digital team to turn around news stories on tight deadlines while also developing longer reported pieces. May also assignand edit stories under supervision of the digital editorial director. • Assist the print staff with research, story development, and fact-checking and contribute written stories for various sections ofAudubonmagazine. • Help identify and write SEO and high-engagement stories that satisfy a variety of needs, from being a valuable resource on our site to getting featured in magazine newsletters. • Dive into the backend of Audubon's website to build stories and maintain content; explore potential tools for creatinginnovative new ways of telling stories. • Attend and participate in weekly editorial meetings to run through stories in development and plan future coverage. • Help us track and expand our efforts to increase diversity among our sources, writers, and even in the topics we cover. • Maintains and fosters a culture of safety. • Other duties as needed and assigned. Qualifications and Experience: • Graduate-level journalism classes or degree;or relevant work or fieldexperience. • Experience reporting and writing stories, preferably foronline andin print. • Experience honing story ideas and promoting content through social media. • An avid interest in science, wildlife, andenvironmentalissues, includinghow they affect birdsandpeople. • Experience with multimedia and content management systems a plus. • Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation. • Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. Accessibility Statement The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org.This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

The Senior Manager, Everglades Policy oversees Audubon's Everglades work by coordinating public policy, advocacy, and science efforts. They build relationships with agencies and officials, develop communication strategies, and manage the Everglades policy program budget. | Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 7 years of progressive policy or advocacy experience. Strong knowledge of governmental processes and current policy trends in Florida is preferred. | Position Summary: The Senior Manager, Everglades Policy is charged with overseeing Audubon's Everglades work by coordinating the efforts of the team of professionals involved in public policy, advocacy, and science in the Greater Everglades Ecosystem. Reporting to the Florida Senior Policy Director, they develop effective strategies to implement Audubon's Everglades conservation priorities; build and maintain critical relationships with state and federal agencies and elected officials; coordinate with the Director of Development to appropriately cultivate prospective and existing donors; and work closely with the state Communications Manager and other staff to develop communications strategies that report on Everglades restoration progress. The successful candidate will live in South Florida. This position will be full-time, remote in South Florida - SE counties preferred. Compensation: $101,000 - $111,000 / year Additional Job Description Essential Functions Under the guidance of the Florida Policy Director, Audubon's policy and science teams to organize information and decisions to carry out strategies and actions to advance Everglades restoration. Build and maintain relationships with elected and agency decision-makers and Audubon chapters to advance Audubon's policy priorities related to Everglades restoration. Serve as Audubon's lead liaison with the South Florida Water Management District. Incorporate policy outcomes of research at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and the Everglades Science Center to inform Everglades policy including regional water quality and supply permitting, local land-use and zoning changes, as well as state legislation that may affect these issues. Understand program and project-level details of government-sponsored Everglades restoration plans and policies. Prepare and offer comments at public decision-making forums on Everglades restoration projects. Review and comment on agency plans, decision points, budgets, and schedules. Translate the needs to protect and restore the Everglades into decision matrices and work plans to prioritize organizational effort and collaboration with state and federal partners. Build and maintain relationships with conservation allies, including Audubon chapters, the Everglades Coalition, tribes, and non-traditional partners. Participate in meetings, workshops, and conferences with those allies. Help produce and guide Everglades communications documents including action alerts, social media materials, fact sheets, position statements, articles, newsletters, press releases, and bi-annual State of the Everglades report. Hire, supervise, and develop measurable goals and action plans for staff. Take specific measurable responsibility for working with the development team to cultivate donors for Everglades programs. Oversee the organizational budget for the Everglades policy program. Write and contribute to grant proposals and foundation reports in conjunction with the development department. Maintains and fosters culture of safety. Other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, natural resources, or related field required (Master's or law degree strongly preferred), as well as 7 years progressive policy or advocacy experience working in the government or non-profit arena. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience working in federal, state, and local governmental processes. Keen understanding of current policy trends in Florida and key regions for the Everglades related to water, climate change, wildlife, land conservation, agriculture, land planning, and growth and economic development, and experience applying this knowledge to policy advocacy and implementation strongly preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to synthesize and interpret technical information for various audiences. Superior relationship-building and interpersonal skills, including demonstrating a proven ability to: collaborate successfully with colleagues across an organization to develop conservation strategies; work easily and effectively with a wide range of people; act diplomatically while exhibiting an understanding and sensitivity to the dynamics of a complex organization. An optimistic leader, one who is comfortable overseeing teams and mentoring staff toward success. Experience in working in partnership with a network of local chapters and invested grassroots leaders is a plus. Willingness and ability to travel frequently throughout the watershed and attend events as needed on weekends or evenings with or without reasonable accommodation. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, as well as comfort using online advocacy tools. Able to travel and attend occasional external functions occurring on weekends and evenings. A valid driver’s license. Passionate about environmental conservation and a recognition that balanced solutions for water are important to ensure that birds, ecosystems, and people thrive. A commitment to Audubon's mission of conservation of birds, other wildlife, and their habitat and the ability to communicate the mission, goals, and programs effectively to partners, government officials, donors, and the public. Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation. Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued. National Audubon Society Competencies: This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies. Fostering Relationships: Build trust, mutual respect, and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment. Analytical Thinking: Recognize and value diverse perspectives and experiences in data analysis to foster a more comprehensive and equitable approach to problem-solving. Creativity and Innovation: Leverage creativity and imagination to generate new insights and solutions while embracing diverse ideas and approaches that foster innovation. Facilitating Change: Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in the change process. Team Leadership: Communicate vision and engage others or the team to solve problems while valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusivity. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. Accessibility Statement The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state programs, nature centers, chapters, and partners have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. Since 1905, Audubon’s vision has been a world in which people and wildlife thrive. Audubon is a nonprofit conservation organization.