The Conservation Project Manager (CPM) uses matrix management to lead complex projects.  Working both internally and externally, the CPM uses strong communication, team building, and organizational skills to ensure project teams produce conservation outcomes.  The CPM leads complex projects in different conservation initiatives deployed across geographies and strategies to support high priority efforts. On certain projects, the CPM serves as a principal contact to government agencies, other conservation organizations, foundations and the academic community.  The first projects of the CPM will focus on ocean and coastal related projects. Examples of initial projects the CPM may include: Accelerating Oregon’s tide gate strategic priority. Exploring a major, innovative coastal land pr