Conservation Specialist

at  The Nature Conservancy

OFFICE LOCATION

Puerto Montt, Chile
Se requiere que los empleados estén físicamente ubicados en la Región de Los Lagos o Región de los Rios. durante el tiempo de empleo con TNC.

WHO WE ARE

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”

WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU

If you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join our Business Unit as the Conservation Specialist.

Reporting to the Protect Land and Water Lead, this position will need to:

• Coordinate the work of cross-functional teams towards a desired outcome and different projects.
• Throughout the project lifecycle, will monitor and measure project progress, conduct corrective action as necessary, communicate project status information to all stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance of peatland projects with internal policies and external requirements.
• Manage project budgets and assist with budget development related to strategic projects.
• Manage and implement multiple complex projects, including managing project teams, setting deadlines, and ensuring accountability.
• May manage or participate in complex negotiations;
• May supervise one or more administrative or professional staff, including training and professional development.
• Manage contracts, monitor outcomes, and prepare reports to ensure project alignment with organizational goals.
• Perform tasks with minimal supervision and make independent decisions based on analysis, experience, and context.
• Support in development and co-create the design and implementation of the Land and Water Protection strategy for Chile, especially in Iconic Place Mediterranean, and Iconic Place Patagonia which takes advantage of TNC’s strengths, supports the work of our partners, aligns with TNC’s Shared Conservation Agenda and definitions for iconic landscapes in Chile.
• Support the restoration and conservation projects carried out by TNC in each of the Iconic Places (Mediterranean and Patagonia).
• Support in the protection and restoration projects of wetlands, peatlands, and other water bodies across TNC projects.
• Strengthen TNC´s partnerships with stakeholders to advance shared conservation goals.
• Provide technical support in the development of proposals for obtaining resources and internal alignment to help advance the program.
• Provide technical support for the development of innovative (financial) mechanisms for conservation using national contexts and international experiences.
• Domestic travel may be required frequently to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders from various backgrounds and professions, including but not limited to media, government officials, and internal scientists.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• 3-5 years’ experience in natural resource management, similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation.
• Experience engaging with people and local communities, either through surveys or social science related studies.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE NATURE CONSERVANCY’S BACKGROUND SCREENING PROCESS.

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An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.
Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request

Please refer the Job description for details