[Coral-List] CORAL Job Announcements

Sherry Flumerfelt sflumerfelt at coral.org
Thu Nov 18 13:27:06 EST 2004


Dear Coral-List,
The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) is currently interviewing for two 
positions: Program Manager and Education Coordinator and Trainer.  Both 
are full-time jobs based out of our San Francisco office.  Please see 
details below:

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CORAL Job Description
Position:  Program Manager
Reports to:	 Program Director

Overview
The Program Manager is responsible for helping to develop, fund and 
carry out The Coral Reef Alliance’s (CORAL’s) efforts to improve 
business practices of the marine recreation sector, build alliances 
between the tourism sector and resource managers, and help build 
capacity of existing coral reef parks and to support the creation of 
new, sustainable coral reef parks throughout the Indo-Pacific.  The 
manager’s primary responsibilities will be developing, managing and 
implementing training of marine recreation providers and park staff, 
technical assistance coordination, and integrating training and 
technical assistance into other program elements.  The manager will 
work cooperatively with the Program Director, and program staff to 
create an integrated strategy for achieving CORAL’s mission.

CORAL is dedicated to protecting the health of coral reefs by 
integrating ecosystem management, sustainable tourism, and community 
partnerships.

CORAL:
•	works with communities to identify and solve conservation challenges
•	changes attitudes and behavior through education and training
•	provides resources to strengthen conservation efforts
•	creates incentives for sustainable tourism

Duties and Responsibilities
Project Management and Coordination
•	Ability to set program goals and manage projects, budgets, schedules, 
negotiate contracts and complete projects on time.
•	Design programs and evaluation systems with the team and individually 
on CORAL programs
•	Write grants and reports to support program initiatives

Curriculum Development and Training
•	Plan and facilitate the delivery of training programs for the marine 
recreation sector and park managers In the Indo-Pacific.
•	Communicate effectively in English.

Technical Support
•	Provide technical assistance, expertise and training to MPA managers, 
private sector partners and other stakeholders new on topics such as 
mooring installation, user fee systems, diver carrying capacity.
•	Ensure adequate follow up and support to parks where CORAL has 
provided assistance.

Teamwork
Effective and supportive team member by participating in staff and 
program team meetings, setting of team goals and milestones, and update 
team on progress of work.  Participates in other projects as necessary 
to facilitate fulfillment of team goals.

Qualifications
•	Strong English written and oral communication skills
•	Desire and ability to travel internationally 25-50% time
•	Strong project management skills
•	Grant and report writing experience for foundations and government 
agencies
•	5+ years experience marine conservation and conservation project 
management
•	Demonstrated management and training skills
•	Experience in working cooperatively with tourists, the marine 
recreation sector, park managers and government officials
•	Additional knowledge on alternative livelihood development, carrying 
capacity studies, and developing MPA management plans is desirable
•	Graduate degree in related field preferred
•	Commitment to CORAL’s mission
•	Knowledge of another language such as Japanese, Fijian or Mandarin 
highly desirable
•	Scuba diving and/or snorkeling experience

Submit to jobs at coral.org with cover letter by December 1st 2004

Salary Range: Competitive salary with paid vacation and sick time plus 
excellent benefit package.

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CORAL Job Description
	
Position: Education Coordinator and Trainer
Reports to:  Program Manager

Overview
The Education Coordinator and Trainer is responsible for helping to 
develop and carry out The Coral Reef Alliance’s (CORAL’s) efforts to 
improve business practices of the marine recreation sector, build 
alliances between the tourism sector and resource managers, and help 
build capacity of existing coral reef parks and to support the creation 
of new, sustainable coral reef parks throughout the Indo-Pacific.  The 
Coordinator’s primary responsibilities will be developing and 
implementing training of marine recreation providers and park staff, 
technical assistance coordination, and integrating training and 
technical assistance into other program elements.  The manager will 
work cooperatively with the program staff to create an integrated 
strategy for achieving CORAL’s mission

CORAL is dedicated to protecting the health of coral reefs by 
integrating ecosystem management, sustainable tourism, and community 
partnerships.

CORAL:
•	works with communities to identify and solve conservation challenges
•	changes attitudes and behavior through education and training
•	provides resources to strengthen conservation efforts
•	creates incentives for sustainable tourism

Duties and Responsibilities
Project Coordination
•	Ability to set program goals and coordinate projects, schedules, 
negotiate contracts, and complete projects on time.
•	Design educational programs and evaluation systems with the team and 
individually.

Curriculum Development and Training
•	Create practically orientated conservation and outreach and 
educational materials for the enhancement of new and existing coral 
reef parks and protected areas and for the private sector on 
sustainable tourism practices.
•	Develop training materials on coral reef park development and 
management as well as other identified training materials.
•	Plan and facilitate the delivery of training programs for the marine 
recreation sector and park managers in the Indo-Pacific.
•	Communicate effectively in English

Technical Support
•	Provide technical assistance, expertise and training to MPA managers, 
private sector partners and other stakeholders new on topics such as 
mooring installation, user fee systems, diver carrying capacity.
•	Ensure adequate follow up and support to parks where CORAL has 
provided assistance.

Teamwork
Effective and supportive team member by participating in staff and 
program team meetings, setting of team goals and milestones, and update 
team on progress of work.  Participates in other projects as necessary 
to facilitate fulfillment of team goals.

Qualifications
•	Strong English written and oral communication skills
•	Desire and ability to travel internationally 25-50% time
•	Strong teaching and facilitation skills
•	3+ years experience with marine education and evaluation
•	Experience in working cooperatively with tourists, the marine 
recreation sector, park managers and government officials
•	Additional knowledge on alternative livelihood development, carrying 
capacity studies, and developing MPA management plans is desirable
•	Graduate degree in related field preferred
•	Commitment to CORAL’s mission
•	Scuba diving and/or snorkeling experience
•	Knowledge of another language such as Japanese, Fijian or Mandarin 
highly desirable.

Submit to jobs at coral.org with cover letter by November 29th  2004

Salary Range:   Competitive salary with paid vacation and sick time 
plus excellent benefit package.




Sherry Flumerfelt
Program Manager

The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)
417 Montgomery Street, Suite 205
San Francisco, CA  94104
Tel:  (415) 834-0900 ext. 306
Fax:  (415) 834-0999
Email:  sflumerfelt at coral.org
Website:  http://www.coral.org

"Working together to keep coral reefs alive."


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