Director of Institutional Relationships (Independent Contractor)

Director of Institutional Relationships (Independent Contractor) Northern Chumash Tribal Council Sanctuary designation campaign Background and Position Description The Northern Chumash Tribal Council (NCTC) is seeking to hire a Director of Institutional Relationships for their Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary (CHNMS) designation campaign. NCTC nominated the sanctuary in 2015 – the first tribally nominated sanctuary in the United States – and NOAA began the formal designation process in November 2021. Working under the direction of the NCTC Chair, the Director of Institutional Relationships is responsible for organizing and leading the sanctuary designation campaign team, including strategy development & implementation, public affairs and communications, and relationship maintenance and partnership building with government agencies, funders, organizational partners, elected officials, and community supporters. ● Support NCTC board with operational tasks, as needed. Experience & Qualifications: ● Prior work experience in a position involving similar responsibilities, which may but not necessarily include, legislative advocacy/administration, nonprofit leadership, environmental advocacy, or political/campaign management.