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Loading... Part-time Executive Director Save Job Norwalk River Watershed Association Norwalk, Connecticut LinkedIn Copy URL Email Facebook Job Type Permanent Salary $30 - $40 per hour Benefits hourly rate dependent on experience; 20 hours/week with opportunity to expand hours Deadline Oct 30, 2026 Min. Experience 2 - 4 years Save Job LinkedIn Copy URL Email Facebook About the Norwalk River Watershed Association The Norwalk River Watershed Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and restoring water quality and fish and wildlife habitats throughout the Norwalk River Watershed. NRWA engages community volunteers in restoring native plants, improving riverbanks, meadows, and forests, expanding public access to open space and trails, supporting research and legislative policy that protects biodiversity, and promoting education and cooperation across the seven watershed towns—Norwalk, Wilton, Ridgefield, New Canaan, Redding, Weston, CT and Lewisboro, NY. Position Overview The Executive Director oversees day-to-day operations, fundraising and grants administration, strategic planning, and outreach, education and advocacy for NRWA. This part‑time role is ideal for a mission‑driven professional who can manage grant writing, program management, communications, and administrative oversight while advancing NRWA's conservation goals. Remote work but with regular in-person events and meetings in the watershed. Key Responsibilities Program & Mission Delivery Grant writing and grant management at the corporate, state and federal levels Collaborate with local, state, and regional partners on research, water quality testing, and other projects to protect and restore water quality and wildlife habitat. Community Engagement & Education Work with NRWA's Community Outreach Coordinator to help oversee, coordinate and expand watershed habitat restoration activities, including invasive plant removal, native plantings, and river cleanups. Promote public access to the river, open spaces, and trails through partnerships and community engagement through nature walks, library talks, and webinars. Build relationships with schools, civic groups, environmental organizations, and municipal partners. Give presentations about the challenges facing the watershed and the actions we can all take to protect it Advocacy & Policy Support Monitor and support legislative and policy initiatives that protect biodiversity, clean air, and clean water at the local and state levels. Represent NRWA in public forums, stakeholder meetings, and collaborative efforts. Fundraising & Development Manage donor relations, membership engagement, and fundraising campaigns. Prepare grant applications and reports; identify new funding opportunities. Administration & Governance Manage day‑to‑day operations, including working with the board and NRWA's accountant on budgeting, reporting, and compliance. Support the Board of Directors with meeting preparation, strategic planning, and organizational development. Maintain organizational records and ensure smooth administrative functioning. Qualifications Demonstrated commitment to environmental conservation, watershed protection, or related fields. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Experience in nonprofit management, grant writing/fundraising, community engagement, or program coordination Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. Live in or near the Watershed How To Apply Send cover letter and resume to info@norwalkriver.org . When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board. Category Admin & Leadership Tags Outreach , Volunteer Coordinator Loading...