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7 people are interested
Forest Policy Research Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Forests Forever
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7 people are interested
Forests Forever is an environmental nonprofit based in Berkeley whose mission is to protect and enhance the forests and wildlife habitat of California through educational, legislative, and electoral activities.
The Forest Policy research volunteer will assist with providing information, analysis and written materials to support Forests Forever’s CalFIRE reform campaign, Forest Carbon Policy Campaign, and/or other future campaigns. This is a great opportunity to learn more about California's forests and strategies in fighting to protect them, as well as learn about the legislative process and environmental/conservation issues. Please note that this is an unpaid, volunteer position.
Reports to: Paul Hughes, Executive Director
Responsibilities may include:
- Research and review CA Board of Forestry’s budget, policies, and responsibilities
or Forest carbon documents and policy
- Assist in crafting reports, briefing papers, and articles for the general public, media, NGOs, elected officials and government agencies
- Assist with data collection, synthesis, and analysis
- Write short printed/electronic materials on forest policy issues
Requirements:
- Strong interest in Forests Forever’s mission and campaigns
- BA or BS in related field, scientific literacy strongly preferred
- Ability to commit to 5-10 hours/week for a minimum of 2 months
- Strong verbal and written communication and time management skills
- Reliable transportation (e.g. personal vehicle) and willingness to travel is a strong plus
Please email a tailored cover letter, resume as well as availability to emma@forestsforever.org
(Subject: Forests Forever Research Volunteer)
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About Forests Forever
Location:
1936 University Avenue Suite 160, Berkeley, CA 94704, US
Mission Statement
Forests Forever was founded in 1989 during the historic campaign to save the Headwaters ancient redwood forest in Humboldt County, California. Our efforts helped galvanize the broad-based public awareness and outcry that led to that and other forest victories across the state. For more than 25 years we have been rallying Californians in defense of the state’s 17 million acres of woodland ecosystems and watersheds. We engage in year-round education, grassroots organizing and executive-branch and legislative advocacy.
Description
Defending California's forests since 1989
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1936 University Avenue Suite 160Berkeley, CA 94704
DATE POSTED
June 8, 2017
SKILLS
- Research
- Environmental Policy
- Environmental Science
- Basic Computer Skills
- Internet Research
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- 5-10 hours/week for a minimum of 2 months
- To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to emma@forestsforever.org