The Associate Vice President of Content, Learning, and Engagement (AVP) provides strategic leadership to advance the mission of the Aquarium through unified content development and delivery; public and community engagement; learning-based programs; and well-aligned learning and engagement partnerships, grounded in data-based decision making.
- The AVP is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative, outcomes-based, and dynamic learning and community-focused programs for diverse audiences onsite and offsite, ensuring meaningful experiences and clear messaging.
- The AVP works collaboratively with other Aquarium leaders to advance division goals and support the organization's ongoing integration across conservation science, conservation action, and sustainable practices.
- The AVP contributes to organizational visioning and strategic planning; participates in donor cultivation and stewardship; informs and provides useful content for marketing; and engages with the Board, as appropriate, on topics relevant to the Aquarium's conservation learning, interpretation, and engagement work.
- This is a full-time regular position offering a comprehensive benefits package.
- The schedule will be Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm with the option for a hybrid schedule, working some days on-site and some days remotely.
- Remote days are only available for residents of MA, RI, NH, ME, NY and VT.
- This position will require occasional travel for professional conferences, meetings, and activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Division Leadership
- Oversee the development and delivery of impactful content in a unified way through onsite and offsite learning-based programs, guest and community engagement and experiences, and external outreach, ensuring alignment with organizational mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities.
- Oversee implementation of a community engagement strategy, including the need to maintain community relationships, provide culturally relevant programming, and bolster Aquarium-wide representation at community events.
- Oversee the development and management of the Division's labor and non-labor budget.
- Directly supervise the Division's leadership team; oversee hiring across the Division, and ensure staff participate in professional growth opportunities.
- Oversee development and monitor progress of Division goals to ensure they are achievable, well-managed, and aligned with the organization's strategic priorities.
- Oversee core business of the Division to ensure daily operations are efficient, decisions are transparent, and expectations are clear.
- Oversee impact evaluation to measure and interpret outcomes, program goals, efficacy, and objectives.
- Serve as primary Division contact for a small union bargaining unit negotiations, working closely with unit lead(s) and Talent & Culture.
- Create an atmosphere of teamwork, integrity, accountability, and trust among Division staff toward maintaining high morale; ensuring clear understanding of and value to organizational mission; fostering creativity and adaptability; and contributing to a positive organizational culture.
Collaboration and Representation
- Work closely with colleagues across divisions/departments to improve learning, engagement, guest experiences, and content development and delivery across the institution and its platforms to help ensure coordinated messaging, evolving content, meaningful interactions, and deeper relationships.
- Cultivate strategic relationships with education, academic, non-profit, and community-based professionals and organizations to enhance the Aquarium's conservation work, bolster the Aquarium's reputation, and connect diverse communities with the Aquarium and its mission.
- Represent the Aquarium on relevant local boards, councils, or working groups and at relevant meetings, conferences, and events
- Engage with Trustees and Ambassadors, as appropriate, to ensure their understanding and awareness of the Division's work and impact.
Revenue Support
- Contribute to the financial health of the organization through innovation and collaboration on mission-driven earned and contributed revenue streams, including by identifying new opportunities that generate revenue and broaden impact of the Division and the institution.
- Directly support fundraising by working with Development, Conservation Policy, and other relevant departments on developing proposals (government and non-government), cultivating prospects, and building relationships with funders.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Training and Experience
- Master's degree in environmental education, social science, science communication, museum studies or another related field required.
- 10-12 years of related experience.
- Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional teams with multiple workstreams, driving strategic priorities, aligning stakeholders, and delivering measurable results.
- Experience with project management, strategic planning, and results-oriented program execution, preferably related to conservation, education, interpretation, and/or community engagement programs
- Experience with program evaluation, data analysis, communicating program impacts, and/or making data-driven decisions
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships, collaborate across an interdisciplinary organization, and interact with senior leaders, board members, and donors
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency with public speaking, presentations, and media interviews
- Understanding of local government and community dynamics, including pressing issues like coastal resilience
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate creativity, flexibility, and initiative
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite
- A genuine interest in and passion for the ocean conservation mission of the Aquarium
- For more information and to apply online please visit: http://neaq.applicantpro.com/jobs/
- The New England Aquarium is committed to an inclusive workplace culture and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, as defined by the EEOC. Here, we foster a culture of respect and inclusion. We strive to engage and inspire a broad audience with our efforts to protect the blue planet. We believe that an inclusive workforce provides diverse experiences, skills, and perspectives that enrich our programs, strengthen problem-solving, add creativity, and enhance our workplace culture.
- For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
- https://neaq.applicantpro.com/jobs/4021559-1036240.html
- Experience Required
- 10-12 years of related experience
Salary
- $129,215-$147,596/year
