Operations Manager Europe Region (m/f/d)

at  The Nature Conservancy

WHO WE ARE

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or on Glassdoor.
Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”
The employment will be with The Nature Conservancy in Europe gGmbH, Germany which is a 100% owned by TNC.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day.
The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience designing, organizing, and directing complex plans and tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.
• Ability to manage and implement complex processes.
• Ability to work in partnership with others in a collaborative role.
• Advanced knowledge in current and evolving technology related to field of experience
• Knowledge of current and evolving trends in the specific field, preferably in a non-profit environment.
• Experience working with government awards.
• Strong organization, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Successful experience implementing strategic program goals

• Act independently and in the supervisor’s stead as needed; exercise independent judgment to identify and solve problems.
• Manage and implement multiple projects, including setting deadlines and ensuring accountability.
• Responsible for operational compliance, to TNC policies and procedures and local laws and statutory obligations across the region.
• Oversee activities related to in-country legal, labor, and financial compliance.
• Responsible for office/facilities management and coordination of BU office management tasks and compiling reports to share with the Director of Finance and Operations.
• Organize and support organizing meetings, events and retreats.
• Responsible for maintenance of regional central filling systems.
• Point person for new office opening in new geographies and setting up new offices.
• Serve as the coordinator of Ops Admin calls and operation calls.
• Coordinator of public holiday announcements in the region.
• Ensure contracted vendors have required insurance coverage and appropriate documentation. Manages the resolution of disputes with service contractors.
• Maintain confidentiality of frequently sensitive and emotionally charged information.
• Responsible for general oversight of inventory /asset management; updating the assets and inventory register in the region
• support day-to-day financial activities such as purchasing, processing invoices, negotiating, and contracting with vendors.
• Travel occasionally, working long and flexible hours as needed.
• May supervise one or more administrative or professional staff
• Complete other duties as assigned by the DFO.