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NATURAL RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Southeast Conference is hiring for the position of Natural Resource Director
This position coordinates the development of Southeast Alaska’s natural resource initiatives, including efforts to reduce the region’s reliance on fossil fuels through the advancement of renewable energy, beneficial electrification, and forest-based economic development. Contact robert@seconference.org with questions.. Download Full Job Posting
GRANT TECHNICIAN
Southeast Conference is hiring for the position of Grant Technician. This position provides administrative technical and financial support for grant programs managed by SEC, including the BBBRC Alaska Mariculture Cluster Grant and CPRG. This position reports to the Financial Compliance Project Manager, with daily tasks directed by the Financial Compliance Project Manager and CFO. Contact robert@seconference.org with questions.. Download Full Job Posting
MARICULTURE PROGRAM SPECIALIST
The Mariculture Program Specialist position provides support and leadership to help execute the $49 million Alaska Mariculture Cluster (AMC) grant program funded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) and led by Southeast Conference (SEC). The mission of AMC is to catalyze a viable and sustainable mariculture industry in Alaska, supporting the production of shellfish and seaweed, for the long-term benefit of the state’s economy, environment, and communities. Contact dan@seconference.org with questions.. Download Full Job Posting
RFP OPPORTUNITIES:
Alaska Mariculture Cluster
Marketing Program Development & Implementation
Southeast Conference (SEC), in partnership with Alaska Mariculture Alliance (AMA), is soliciting proposals from experienced marketing firms to work with SEC and AMA staff, the Alaska Mariculture Cluster (AMC) coalition and industry members, and others to unlock industry growth potential and increase market demand for Alaska mariculture products. Deadline 5/5/25 More Info & Full RFP Here
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Accelerating a viable and sustainable mariculture industry for the long-term benefits of Alaska’s economy, environment, and underserved communities. Managed by Southeast Conference.
Mission: As the state and federally designated regional economic development organization for Southeast Alaska, Southeast Conference serves as the collective voice for advancing the region’s economy. Southeast Conference has 180 member organizations representing 1,200 people from 32 regional communities. The mission of Southeast Conference is to undertake and support activities that promote strong economies, healthy communities and a quality environment in Southeast Alaska. Southeast Conference formed in 1958 with a group of people supporting the establishment of a regional transportation system in Southeast Alaska, which led to the formation of the Alaska Marine Highway System. After that success Southeast Conference stayed together through more than a half-century to focus on concerns unique to the region, including transportation, maritime, tourism, timber, seafood, mining, health care, government, and overall quality of life.
