IUCN Global Marine Program Assistant--Volunteer IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) IUCN’s Global Marine Program (GMP) is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic assistant for the summer of 2008. The assistant will help with general administrative tasks, database management, research and marine meeting attendance. Although this is an unpaid post, we feel this is a unique opportunity to build valuable networks and gain experience in international marine conservation. LOCATION: IUCN-USA Multilateral Office, Washington, DC DURATION: May 2008-September 2008 (possibility of extension), 20-40 hrs/wk QUALIFICATIONS: Positive attitude and overall team player Organizational, interpersonal and problem solving skillsGood computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong communications and writing skills with attention to detail Candidates must have a professional demeanor, be highly proficient in English US nationality not required TASKS: Provide general administrative assistance and support to IUCN’s Global Marine ProgramMaintain the DC Marine Community (DCMC) databaseDistribute marine communications materialsManage contact/membership lists for WCPA-Marine, GMP and IUCN-US Prepare GMP for Capitol Hill Ocean Week and IUCN’s World Conservation Congress.Create website/communications material for DC Marine Community and GMP IUCN-USOrganize the logistical and other practical aspects of workshops and meetingsAttend marine conservation meetings and assist with contact follow up PREFERRED SKILLS: Interest in environmental and ocean issues preferable but not requiredLanguage skills in Spanish and French a plus *Note: ENTRY LEVEL, UNPAID position--best suited for young professional or student. Ideal for undergraduate interested in gaining experience with an international conservation organization with a focus on global ocean issues. Although most tasks are supportive in nature, assistant will be able to attend a wide variety of marine conservation meetings in DC area and will often be introduced to ocean conservation leaders and the DC marine community at large. REPORTS TO: IUCN Global Marine Program Staff Jennifer Palmer Global Marine Program Officer jpalmer@iucnus.org Elizabeth De Santo, Ph.D MPAs Coordination Officer edesanto@iucnus.org APPLICANTS SHOULD EMAIL: Cover letter, resume, & contact info for two references to Jennifer Palmer: jpalmer@iucnus.org