Conservation Asst Programs Mgr

Job ID 10143291 Location Bahamas / Bahamas Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Apr. 17, 2026

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Job Summary:

Bahamas Conservation Assistant Programs Manager — Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment

Since its inception, the Walt Disney Company has worked to connect people with the natural world and inspire them to take conservation action in their own lives. Walt Disney once said, “Facts can be as fascinating as fiction, truth as beguiling as myth, and [we] have opened the eyes of young and old to the beauties of the outdoor world and aroused their desire to conserve priceless natural assets.” Today, that legacy is carried on by Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment and the Disney Conservation Fund. Together, these teams work to conserve wildlife and wild places around the world by supporting and partnering with conservation organizations and leading conservation programs in our own backyard at Disney properties worldwide.

The Bahamas Conservation Programs Assistant Manager role primarily supports implementation of the environmental management plan and local conservation strategies at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera and secondarily supports conservation more broadly in The Bahamas. The role implements native wildlife conservation, research, and outreach programs under the guidance of the Conservation Manager who sets the strategic priorities and provides program oversight. Preference will be given to Bahamian candidates who meet work authorization requirements for The Bahamas. This role is based at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on Eleuthera.

General Responsibilities:

Coordinate field logistics of conservation programs, including, but not limited to, equipment maintenance, equipment organization, equipment procurement, budget tracking, training, scheduling, and event preparation and execution
Conduct field-based conservation projects in a manner that upholds Disney’s commitment to conservation through interactions with contractors, community members, Disney employees and guests on-site
Oversee data collection and management workflows to ensure efficiency while maintaining high data quality
Work with conservation leaders (internal and external to Disney) and diverse teams to support analyzing data, preparing reports and presentations, writing scientific and popular science articles, and presenting results to a diversity of audiences (e.g., guests, Disney employees, community groups, professional meetings)
Represent Disney’s commitment to the environment within The Bahamas and serve as a spokesperson for our collective efforts for people, wildlife and the planet
Lead terrestrial biodiversity surveys and monitor target species through a variety of methods (e.g., camera traps, acoustic monitoring, bird point counts and banding, nest monitoring, radio telemetry, insect collection), with a current focus on protected plants, birds, bats, aerial insects, and land crabs (note: focal species may change through time)
Conduct marine biodiversity surveys through a variety of methods (e.g., Atlantic Gulf Rapid Reef Assessment, seagrass surveys, photomosaics, sea turtle surveys, marine mammal monitoring) and assist with coral and sponge rehabilitation and relocation
Support strategies to build conservation capacity from early childhood to early career, working with local schools and nonprofit organization partners
Support a culture of inclusion and belonging within the team and across interactions with collaborators and community members
Coordinate activities of Disney employees, interns, and volunteers for conservation projects as necessary
Maintain high standards for safety and field protocol adherence

Basic Qualifications:

General knowledge of Bahamian natural history and specialization in an area of focus for the site (e.g., plants, birds, arthropods)
3-5 years of experience with terrestrial or coastal ecology fieldwork
Outstanding ability to work well within a team setting and coordinate the activities of team members
Ability to professionally represent Disney Conservation when interacting with internal and external partners
Effective communication skills, including excellent outreach/guest interaction/public speaking skills
Outstanding ability to work well within a team setting and coordinate the activities of team members
Demonstrated effective organization and time-management skills to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines; organizational skills with superior attention to detail
Proficient with Microsoft Office Products
Outstanding ability to work well within a team setting and coordinate the activities of team members
Ability to endure heat, humidity, biting insects, equipment failures, and other challenges associated with work in the field on associated conservation projects (e.g., traverse >3 miles in soft sand or thick underbrush)
Ability to work independently and in small group settings in dynamic field environments
Full availability with work schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays and rotating shifts
Ability and willingness to adhere to the Disney Look guidelines including field-appropriate appearance that reflects the company’s brand and value
Willing to travel, stay, and work in remote areas, alone or with others
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Outstanding ability to work well within a team setting and coordinate the activities of team members
Possess (or willing/able to obtain) a valid Bahamian driver's license and passport
Have (or willing/able to obtain) US Visa for trainings and workshops

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with terrestrial conservation with a particular emphasis on birds
Outstanding ability to work well within a team setting and coordinate the activities of team members
Publication of at least one scientific publication

Required Education:

Outstanding ability to work well within a team setting and coordinate the activities of team members

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About Walt Disney World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.

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