MarAlliance

📢We're hiring! Join our mission of science based protection of marine wildlife and their habitats with coastal communities.🌊 Our team is growing and we'd love for you to be a part of it. 4 roles, 4 ways to make a real difference: 🌎 Remote (Americas time zones, PST–EST): 1️⃣ Communications & Marketing Coordinator: Help us share our science and our impact with the world. You'll shape how our story reaches donors, partners, and the public - from social media and newsletters to campaigns that bring our conservation work to life. 2️⃣ Grants Officer: Help secure the funding that sustains our long-term conservation work. You'll research opportunities, write and manage proposals, and help us build the relationships that keep our science and field programs running. 🇧🇿 Belize-based (open to Belizean citizens or residents): 3️⃣ Research Officer: Join our field team collecting the data that informs marine wildlife protection. You'll be out on the water tagging, surveying, and monitoring sharks, rays, and other marine megafauna alongside fishers and scientists. 4️⃣ Communications & Outreach Officer: Connect our science with the coastal communities we work alongside. You'll lead outreach events, build relationships with local stakeholders, and help translate research into action on the ground. If this sounds like your kind of work, we'd love to hear from you. 🦈 👉 Find out more about each role and apply now via our website: maralliance.org/careers Know someone who'd be a great fit? Tag them or share this post within your network.

🎉𝟏𝟐 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐄𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠. 🌊🦈 Snappers are spawning, sharks and rays are preparing to give birth, and sea turtles are returning to nest along Caribbean shores. It’s a season of renewal—and a moment to celebrate 12 years of MarAlliance. What began as a bold vision to restore threatened marine wildlife and their habitats—together with the communities who depend on them—has grown into a powerful force for conservation across Belize, Cabo Verde, Honduras, Panama, and Mexico. Through science, collaboration, and community, we’ve uncovered critical insights into the lives of sharks, rays, and other marine species, shaping conservation action and informing policies that protect them. By working alongside communities, students, and local leaders, we’ve co-created knowledge, built innovative tools, and strengthened the connection between people and the sea. Because of this collective effort, we are beginning to see signs of progress—shifts in behavior, stronger stewardship, and even early signals of recovery for some species. But this is only the beginning. The urgency has never been greater—and the future of our oceans depends on what we do next. ✨Be part of our next chapter. Support our work by making a one-time or monthly donation and help power our ongoing mission: https://lnkd.in/e7G7_-R2

🎉𝟏𝟐 𝐚ñ𝐨𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨, 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨 𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨. 🌊🦈 Los pargos están desovando, los tiburones y las rayas se preparan para dar a luz, y las tortugas marinas regresan a sus nidos en las costas del Caribe. Es una temporada de renovación, y un momento para celebrar los 12 años de MarAlliance. Lo que comenzó como una visión audaz para restaurar la vida silvestre marina amenazada y sus hábitats, junto con las comunidades que dependen de ellos, se ha convertido en una fuerza poderosa para la conservación en Belice, Cabo Verde, Honduras, Panamá y México. A través de la ciencia, la colaboración y la comunidad, hemos descubierto información fundamental sobre la vida de los tiburones, las rayas y otras especies marinas, dando forma a las acciones de conservación y orientando las políticas que las protegen. Al trabajar junto a las comunidades, los estudiantes y los líderes locales, hemos creado conocimiento de manera conjunta, hemos desarrollado herramientas innovadoras y hemos fortalecido la conexión entre las personas y el mar. Gracias a este esfuerzo colectivo, estamos comenzando a ver señales de progreso: cambios en el comportamiento, una gestión más responsable e incluso los primeros indicios de recuperación de algunas especies. Pero esto es solo el comienzo. La urgencia nunca ha sido mayor, y el futuro de nuestros océanos depende de lo que hagamos a partir de ahora. ✨¡𝐒é 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞 𝐝𝐞 𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨 𝐩𝐫ó𝐱𝐢𝐦𝐨 𝐜𝐚𝐩í𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐨! Apoya nuestro trabajo haciendo una donación única o mensual y ayuda a impulsar nuestra misión. https://lnkd.in/enDET8cR

📣𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬, 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 — 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦!📣 1️⃣ 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐬 & 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 You’ll be building meaningful relationships with our individual donors, growing initiatives like wildlife adoption, and turning MarAlliance expeditions into powerful, real-world experiences that connect people directly to ocean conservation. 2️⃣ 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 & 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 You’re the person who keeps everything moving; supporting our Executive Director and leadership team, coordinating the day-to-day operations, and making sure our global conservation work runs smoothly behind the scenes. Join a dedicated global team working to protect marine wildlife and critical habitats across the Mesoamerican Reef, Southern Caribbean, and Eastern Tropical Pacific. These are remote roles open to candidates in the U.S. or Latin America (Americas time zones). ⏳ 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 — there’s still time to apply! 👉 Explore both roles & apply today: https://lnkd.in/ehhQj3Cy Know someone who’d be a great fit? Tag them or share this opportunity!

📢𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭!📢 A brand new episode of Beyond Jaws is now LIVE—hosted by Andrew Lewin and David Ebert #LostSharkGuy! This episode features MarAlliance Executive Director Rachel Graham, diving deep into groundbreaking tiger shark research in Cabo Verde that is reshaping what we know about these iconic ocean predators. What’s inside this episode: 🦈Cabo Verde revealed as a critical habitat for tiger sharks across their entire life cycle 🦈One of the most extraordinary shark migrations ever recorded—a full Atlantic round-trip spanning nearly 18,000 km 🦈New insights into where tiger sharks go, why they move, and how this informs conservation By tracking these powerful animals across oceans, scientists are uncovering movement patterns that challenge long-held assumptions—and helping to build smarter, more effective conservation strategies to protect our marine ecosystems. Watch the full episode below and dive into the science behind these incredible species 🎥 https://lnkd.in/ehZy9fYr

📢𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞!📢 MarAlliance is looking for an experienced Research Officer based in Belize. We’re seeking a motivated, strategic, and detail-oriented marine scientist who is passionate about protecting threatened marine wildlife. The ideal candidate brings strong field and analytical experience, a proven track record in delivering research outcomes, and the ability to contribute to conservation, socio-economic, and policy impact. This role involves hands-on scientific data collection, management, and analysis, along with strong writing, presentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Requirements: ✅Belizean citizen or resident ✅Bachelor’s degree in marine science or a related field ✅Minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in fieldwork, particularly in marine and fisheries data collection ✅Fluency in written and spoken English ✅Strong skills in data analysis, stakeholder collaboration, and strategic planning 📍 Location: Belize 📅 Application Deadline: Friday, April 17, 2026 If you’re passionate about ocean conservation and ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and join our team working to protect marine life and coastal ecosystems. 🔗 Visit our website to view the full Terms of Reference: https://lnkd.in/ehhQj3Cy Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them in the comments or share this opportunity with your network!

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦! MarAlliance is looking for passionate and proactive professionals to join our growing team and help advance the protection of our oceans. We are currently hiring for three positions: ✅Development & Marketing Coordinator ✅Individual Gifts & Expeditions Officer ✅Administrative & Operations Assistant These remote positions are open to candidates based in the U.S. or Latin America (Americas time zones). If you are passionate about ocean conservation and bring relevant experience and dedication, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team working to protect marine life and coastal ecosystems. Visit our website to view the full Terms of Reference for each role. https://lnkd.in/ehhQj3Cy Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them in the comments or share this opportunity with your network!

On Women and Girls in Science Day, we highlight the dedication, curiosity, and courage of some of the women in our team who are shaping the future of marine conservation. They demonstrate that resilience, passion, and belief in oneself can open new paths in science, conservation, and STEM. As Daneira Brown, Community Officer from Guna Yala in Panama, reminds us: "To everyone who dreams of science and conservation—especially Indigenous women—I encourage you to trust in yourselves and in your abilities. Our connection to nature and the knowledge that comes from our land are valuable and can contribute greatly to science and conservation." We hope their experiences inspire the next generation of changemakers. Together, we can protect our oceans and create a brighter, more sustainable future for all. Read the full article to discover the advice our team shares with women pursuing careers in conservation. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eUVPu477

Wetlands are more than ecosystems - they are lifelines. 🌿🌊 From mangroves that shelter young fish in Belize to river systems in Panama that support critically endangered sawfish, seagrass meadows that store carbon, and coral reefs that protect coastlines, at MarAlliance we work to conserve wetlands and marine habitats across the Mesoamerican Reef, the Caribbean, the Eastern Tropical Pacific, and beyond. Our work is guided by science and the knowledge of local communities. Together, we are protecting sharks, rays, sea turtles, and countless species that rely on healthy habitats. On #WorldWetlandsDay, we celebrate the power of collaboration to protect both nature and cultural heritage. Learn more➡️ https://lnkd.in/e558XjNt

Join Our Team! MarAlliance is seeking a proactive, experienced, and digitally savvy Communications & Marketing Coordinator to develop and lead our communications strategy across digital and offline channels while working closely with our development team. In this role, you will craft and execute storytelling that brings our field-based science, regional programs, and conservation successes to life for external audiences, will dovetail with and support our development team and fundraising and our expeditions, strengthen partnerships, support policy-making, and advance advocacy initiatives that we support. The Communications Coordinator will also oversee the design and production of printed and digital materials, implement MarAlliance’s global communications approach, and develop region-specific strategies in collaboration with local program teams. If you are passionate about marine conservation and ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply ➡️ https://lnkd.in/en2wtPBT