Project Associate - Environmental Behavioral Science

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Root Solutions is seeking a Project Associate to join a small team of visionaries, creators, and disruptors who want to re-shape the future of the environmental movement in North America and beyond. We believe that by applying the principles of behavioral science, conservationists can generate a quantum leap in environmental quality. You’re vital to the success of programs that will transform the environmental movement and the planet.

You’ll work closely with the co-founders, our smart and capable volunteers, and a network of advisors, thought-partners, and industry leaders to re-conceive what is needed for a healthy planet in the 21st century.

Overall Function

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Project Associate will be play an active role most of Root Solutions initiatives. Projects will include, but are not limited to:

• Working with external partners to apply behavior design to their initiatives; e.g.,

    working with UC Berkeley on a pilot paper reduction initiative

• Developing training material and curricula

• Delivering trainings, webinars and workshops

• Developing and conducting barriers analyses and other surveys

• Researching and drafting behavioral insights design guidance

• Drafting case studies on the role of behavior design in conservation

• Developing web content

• Prepare materials for submission to granting agencies and foundations

Qualifications/skills and knowledge requirements

• Background in conservation psychology, environmental economics, decision science or a related field

• Advanced degree is preferred; bachelor’s degree with relevant experience will be considered

• Associate must enjoy and excel at writing and speaking in front of a crowd

• Excellent research and synthesis skills required

• Must be well-organized, self-motivated and detail-oriented

• Must be able to adapt and prioritize

• Ability to meet deadlines and demonstrate initiative

Organization

Root Solutions works to provide conservationists and policy makers with tools and resources informed by the proven methods of behavioral economics and behavior design, allowing them to create more effective campaigns, policies, and strategies that reflect how people are actually motivated and make decisions. By understanding human behavior, and the factors which influence the choices people make, conservationists will be able to "nudge" people toward decisions and behavior that are good for them and good for the planet.

As a young non-profit with ambitious goals (including expanding our work to all cause movements), our existing funding is restricted to program activities. Root Solutions is small and primarily volunteer run, however this is a paid position.

For more information, please visit www.therootsolutions.org Location

Position is based out of Root Solutions’ Emeryville office

Term

50% time
August through December with the possibility of extension

Compensation

$17-24 per hour depending on background knowledge and experience

Application Materials

Deadline for applying is August 15th; we will accept applications on a rolling basis. Interested applicants should submit a brief cover letter and resume to:

Nya Van Leuvan
Executive Director
Email: info@therootsolutions.org
Subject Heading: Behavior Design Project Associate

Root Solutions

405 14th Street | Suite 164

Oakland, CA 94612

415.390.6309

info@therootsolutions.org

www.therootsolutions.org

About The Root Solutions

Root Solutions works to provide conservationists and policy makers with tools and resources informed by the proven methods of behavioral economics and behavior design, allowing them to create more effective campaigns, policies, and strategies that reflect how people are actually motivated and make decisions. By understanding human behavior and the factors which influence the choices people make, conservationists will be able to "nudge" people toward decisions and behavior that are good for them and good for the planet.