Principal Associate, U.S. Conservation (Southern Appalachian Region)

About the position Responsibilities • Foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible work environment. • Lead or co-lead efforts to advance policies that increase resilience for nature and people in the southern U.S. • Conduct policy research and provide recommendations for policy and regulatory solutions. • Cultivate and manage relationships with partner organizations, scientists, government representatives, and other stakeholders. • Represent Pew at meetings and discussions with stakeholders, including government officials. • Plan and organize stakeholder meetings, conferences, and events. • Collaborate with project leadership and other colleagues to coordinate Pew's regional presence. • Participate in activities that support program and Pew-wide objectives. Requirements • Experience with leading or assisting public policy initiatives and working with diverse partners. • Ability to apply a non-partisan, evidence-based approach to projects and campaigns. • Skilled in written and oral communications to inform and influence audiences. • Excellent time and project management skills. • Capacity to move projects forward with a high degree of autonomy. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. • Generally, six years of applicable experience. Nice-to-haves • Campaign experience in the southern Appalachian region (VA, WV, KY, TN, NC, SC, GA, AL) preferred. • Experience developing relationships with elected officials and agency officials. • Experience supporting shared goals with traditionally disadvantaged communities. • Knowledge of conservation finance tools and freshwater conservation preferred. • Experience with public speaking preferred. Benefits • Disability insurance • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Work from home • Vision insurance • Life insurance • Retirement plan