NEIWPCC is seeking an enthusiastic and engagement driven Program Manager to lead and expand our education and outreach efforts to connect diverse audiences within the Lake Champlain watershed as part of the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) team. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating education and outreach programs to foster stewardship, enhance environmental literacy, and promote sustainable behaviors that protect Lake Champlain and its surrounding ecosystems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· A graduate degree in environmental sciences, communications, education, or related field, with coursework or passionate interest in Lake Champlain or watershed issues relevant to the LCBP mission.
· Related technical or professional experience, and experience working with or managing grants
· A proven team player with the ability to build relationships with diverse partners.
· Great time-management capabilities with accurate record-keeping skills.
· Excellent project management, public relations, and supervisory experience.
· Ability to speak/communicate in French is desirable but not required.
Candidates with alternative qualifications or who have taken a less traditional career path may be considered if an aptitude for success and a strong willingness to learn is clearly apparent.

· Work with the LCBP Steering Committee to develop and implement innovate education programs for diverse audiences including youth, educators, landowners, and community members.
· Serves as coordinator and project officer for LCBP Education and Outreach grants by reviewing proposals, developing workplans, tracking ongoing contract work and facilitating final review of projects.
· Lead efforts to build relationships with watershed groups, schools, libraries, and community organizations to expand LCBP’s reach and act as an ambassador of LCBP by attending events, conferences, and meetings.
· Oversee the development and production of education and outreach materials to support LCBP initiatives to drive public engagement in the stewardship of Lake Champlain.