Program Manager, Sustainable Ranching Initiative

The Program Manager will oversee the Sustainable Ranching Initiative in the NGP with the goal of avoiding the conversion of grasslands to croplands across the region by enhancing the environmental, economic, and social viability of grass-based enterprises. -Leads a team of 2-4 staff members, including developing, implementing, and regularly evaluating strategies, work plans, budgets, and timelines. Ensures results are delivered on time and within budgetary guidelines. -Leads a team that implements ranch planning across the region, including designing trainings and workshops, hiring partner positions, recruiting participants, and tracking progress and results. Responsible for demonstrating measurable improvements in carbon, water, and biodiversity indicators due to improved management practices. -Responsible for strengthening the capacity of local, landowner-led groups by developing innovative solutions to landowner problems, including financial tools that maintain a grass-based economy, in coordination with a variety of partners. -Identifies new partners to broaden the reach and enhance the durability of the program. Influences partners to work toward a common goal of a strengthened grass-based economy. -Works across the conservation space and coordinates with relevant partners and programs in the beef supply chain. -Other duties assigned by manager.

WWF's mission is to stop the degradation of our planet's natural environment, and build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature. To achieve this, we work with our many partners to save biodiversity, and reduce humanity’s impact on natural habitats.