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POSITION TITLE: Project Manager, International Coastal Cleanups 

DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM: Ending Ocean Plastics Program 

REPORTS TO: Associate Director, Conservation Cleanups 

STATUS: Regular, Full Time, Exempt   

LOCATION: Hybrid - Washington, D.C.

ABOUT OCEAN CONSERVANCY

For more than 50 years, Ocean Conservancy has delivered effective, evidence-based solutions for the ocean and all who depend on it. Today, we continue to unite science, people and policy to protect our ocean from the greatest challenges it faces: climate change, plastic pollution and biodiversity loss. We are a 501(C)3 headquartered in Washington, D.C. that inspires a worldwide network of partners, advocates and supporters through our comprehensive and clear-eyed approach to ocean conservation. Together, we are securing a healthy ocean and a thriving planet, forever and for everyone.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager, International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) is responsible for leading the planning, coordination and execution of high-impact cleanup initiatives, partner activations and strategic conservation projects across Ocean Conservancy’s global cleanup portfolio. This role sits at the intersection of project management, event execution, stakeholder engagement and operational logistics, serving as a central driver of complex, multi-layered initiatives from concept through completion.

Working within the Ending Ocean Plastics (EOP) team, the Project Manager will contribute to a diverse portfolio of work including NOAA-funded marine debris removal projects, corporate-supported cleanup activations, community partnerships and key operational priorities tied to the ICC. This role requires a detail-oriented and highly adaptable professional who can manage moving pieces across internal teams, external partners and field operations while maintaining a high standard of execution.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/ SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree and appropriate professional experience.

COMPENSATION

Ocean Conservancy is committed to fair pay practices and posts expected salary ranges for each of its positions. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s specialty skills, years of experience, location, and unique background. The expected salary range for this role is $80,000 - $90,000 annually. We would welcome the opportunity to connect with potential candidates whose salary requirements may be outside of the expected range.

TO APPLY

If you think you’d be a great fit for the job and are interested in joining Ocean Conservancy’s team, please apply here. Please include a resume and cover letter in one file on your application.

HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ocean Conservancy embraces a hybrid work environment, which allows our staff the flexibility to work virtually and in-person while building strong connections across the institution.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Ocean Conservancy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We encourage applicants who have a diverse level and range of relevant skills and experiences to apply. A 100% match is not required. We want to support employees’ career growth and in return, our employees help Ocean Conservancy grow into a stronger, more inclusive institution.