Project Associate – Forest Products Initiatives

Description

GreenBlue is an environmental nonprofit dedicated to the sustainable use of materials in society. We are a reliable, trusted source of information, bringing together a diversity of stakeholders to encourage innovation and best practices to promote the creation of a more sustainable economy. We’re looking for someone who will provide excellent support for our forest products initiatives.

You:

• Have professional experience in an office/research setting
• Want to contribute to the entrepreneurial nonprofit community
• Are a fast learner with a desire to continuously grow your sustainability knowledge base
• Organize yourself to make sure you get all your work done and meet your targets
• Can work independently and as a part of a team
• Have strong attention to detail

Responsibilities:

• Conduct technical research and present written findings related to our forest products initiatives
• Outreach and communications for SPC/FPWG membership and EPAT subscriptions
• Writing summaries of research and reports
• Updating content for websites and training materials
• Travel to 2-5 conferences and industry events each year
• Create and conduct stakeholder phone presentations, proposals and demonstrations
• Provide stakeholder feedback to project and operations teams
• Conference and event management
• Assist with project budgeting
• Assist with ad hoc projects as needed

Skills Required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (forestry related or environmental science a bonus)
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting
• Microsoft Office & Google Apps

Nice to have:

• Adobe Creative Suite

Additional Info

Benefits

In addition to working with an amazing group of people, you’ll receive:

• Competitive salary
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Health club membership
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays

Send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to jobs@greenblue.org.