The Executive Director, North America Program, is a full time position based at the New York Headquarters of WCS. The North America program includes WCS projects and activities in both the United States and Canada. This position requires extensive and authoritative knowledge of North American conservation issues and how those issues fit within an international context; - extensive management and program development experience, strong leadership and public speaking skills, and a recognized standing in the conservation community. The North America Director is a key member of Global Conservation Program’s (GCP) senior management team.