Manager, Network Engagement

Audubon

Manager strengthening Audubon’s grassroots chapter network across Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Washington, DC. Advancing bird conservation, advocacy campaigns, partnerships, and state policy goals.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeBaltimore • Maryland, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,886 - $84,967 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grassroots network building, advocacy, and public policy, with a strong focus on wildlife conservation and community engagement. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, cultivate partnerships, and implement strategic initiatives that align with conservation goals.

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Grassroots Network BuildingPublic Policy DevelopmentAdvocacy Campaign LeadershipCommunity EngagementProject Management

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Hard Skills

Grassroots AdvocacyWildlife ConservationPublic ServiceProject OversightFinancial Goal ManagementStrategic Goal LinkingDiverse Community Partnership CultivationBipartisan Coalition EngagementComplex Project CoordinationWeb-Based Engagement Systems

Soft Skills

LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaborationJudgment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteEveryAction Advocacy Database

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Conservation AdvocacyCommunity ScienceClimate PolicyEDIB TrainingGrassroots Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the ongoing development and implementation of strategies to build capacity within the Audubon chapter network
Develop programs and partnerships with high-capacity chapters and oversee communication channels between Audubon and regional chapters
Build chapter capacity to engage with conservation programs, community science efforts, and advocacy priorities
Develop and implement state policy platforms in Maryland and Pennsylvania with the Policy Director
Recruit, equip, and engage advocates and volunteers to advance conservation advocacy and climate policy goals
Support college and university chapters in coordination with the Audubon on Campus program
Support local engagement efforts and develop new grassroots leaders
Provide tools for local municipal support of Lights Out and Bird-Friendly Building programs
Organize and host chapter leader meetings, gatherings, and networking opportunities
Work with communications staff on newsletters, social media, action alerts, and the regional website
Provide updates and recommendations to the AMA advisory board and staff
Partner with the national EDIB team to organize training for chapter leaders and staff
Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts
Collaborate with colleagues across the Americas on shared priorities
Raise Audubon’s visibility through strategic partnerships and communications
Organize and host in-person Audubon advocacy days in Harrisburg and Annapolis

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ relevant experience in grassroots network building, grassroots advocacy, public policy, wildlife conservation, public service, or related field
A combination of education and experience will also be considered
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to motivate volunteers and partners
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to explain complex conservation and policy concepts to diverse audiences
Track record of taking ideas from concept through design and implementation and linking targets and outcomes to strategic goals
Experience cultivating diverse community partners and partnership projects, preferably with BIPOC-led groups
Experience leading grassroots engagement on issues or advocacy campaigns and building network advocacy capacity
Experience working across bipartisan coalitions, urban and rural constituencies, and communities of color
Experience overseeing complex or multiple projects, including financial goals, deadlines, and coordination of staff and partners
Strong problem-solving skills
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments valued
Thorough understanding of advocacy, communications, and grassroots engagement
Outstanding interpersonal skills, judgment, collaboration, and coalition-building ability
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite applications and web-based engagement systems
Experience with EveryAction or similar advocacy database desired
Willingness to travel, including occasional out-of-state travel, and work some evenings and weekends
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic
Demonstrated interest in conservation and commitment to the National Audubon Society mission

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Remote work within the United States may be considered for candidates not within commuting distance of an Audubon office
Capacity-building opportunities, tools, and training
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging training
Union representation by the Communication Workers of America (CWA)
Inclusive and accessible hiring process