Nature Conservatory
Implementation Director, Nature Bonds
Nature Conservatory, Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, us, 19429
Full Job Description
OFFICE LOCATION
United States of America
#Li-Remote
The location for this position is negotiable within countries where there is an existing TNC office. No relocation or immigration assistance is offered with this position. Project work mostly in EST-AST timezones. Require willingness and ability for domestic and international travel up to 40%. #PDN #LI-DC1
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."
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Implementation Director, Nature Bonds, is responsible for leading, tracking and the compliance of the Nature Bonds portfolio under implementation, by driving projects to achieve conservation outcomes. The Nature Bonds program is a key global strategy and the Implementation Director leads the management and compliance of a dynamic portfolio of projects post-financial close, including current projects in Seychelles, Belize, Barbados and Gabon.
Responsibilities include:
Serve a key liaison for the Nature Bonds projects under implementation between global and field teams, as well as external actors, including government agencies, Conservation Trust Funds, NGOs, and other groups, as applicable.Manage, monitor, document, assess, and report the implementation of the Nature Bonds post-financial close portfolio, including the contribution to organizational conservation goals and assessing and mitigating potential risks.Drive the implementation of the Nature Bonds post-financial close portfolio by making key decisions related to budget, reporting, and communications; driving key processes and producing key deliverables for the compliance of the Project Agreements.Escalate any issues that demand higher-level decision-making or could result on a potential risk.Contribute to impact reporting through Monitoring Evaluation and Learning systems.Contribute to TNC communications, marketing, and philanthropy on issues related to Nature Bonds project implementation and help ensure that TNC's internal and external communications accurately reflect progress and achievements.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
By joining our Nature Bonds Program team, you will become part of a group that is a force to be reckoned with; a force for nature, a force for people, and a force for our planet. Our team consists of a dedicated group who are leading the conservation effort on multiple fronts and who expertly bring strategy and action together.
We're looking for an individual with conservation portfolio implementation experience who wants to make a difference for nature and people. The Nature Bonds Program is one of TNC's most impactful solutions, supporting nations to use innovative financial mechanisms such as debt refinancing to create long-term sustainable financing for nature protection and improved management, sustainable economic development and climate change mitigation and adaptation.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years related experience, or equivalent combination.Experience in research, critical analysis, and evaluating information from divergent sources and compiling it into cohesive reports.Experience presenting to and/or communicating with government staff, community or business leaders, program leadership and/or similar audiences.Experience developing, directing, and managing multiple projects and implementing strategic program goals.Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies.
Bonus
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.Experience working with several different teams in a matrix structure.Critical analytical thinking and excellent English writing skills are essential.Conservation portfolio management, tracking, and reporting experience is essential.Conservation Trust Fund management, operations and administration experience.Operations and management experience with respect to affiliates and controlled companies - and more broadly in corporate governance.Knowledge of designing, implementing, and running MEL systems.
WHAT WE BRING
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.
SALARY INFORMATION
This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, taking into consideration legal restrictions, such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times. For U.S. based applicants only, the starting pay range for this position is generally within the range of $80,000 to $120,000 for annual base salary and is based on location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency, the pay range will be based on the local labor market, and not tied to the above pay range. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and used to determine your actual pay range. Additionally, for all applicants, actual pay will fall within a range based on a variety of factors including, for example, the candidate's qualifications, specific skills, and experience.
OFFICE LOCATION
United States of America
#Li-Remote
The location for this position is negotiable within countries where there is an existing TNC office. No relocation or immigration assistance is offered with this position. Project work mostly in EST-AST timezones. Require willingness and ability for domestic and international travel up to 40%. #PDN #LI-DC1
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."
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Implementation Director, Nature Bonds, is responsible for leading, tracking and the compliance of the Nature Bonds portfolio under implementation, by driving projects to achieve conservation outcomes. The Nature Bonds program is a key global strategy and the Implementation Director leads the management and compliance of a dynamic portfolio of projects post-financial close, including current projects in Seychelles, Belize, Barbados and Gabon.
Responsibilities include:
Serve a key liaison for the Nature Bonds projects under implementation between global and field teams, as well as external actors, including government agencies, Conservation Trust Funds, NGOs, and other groups, as applicable.Manage, monitor, document, assess, and report the implementation of the Nature Bonds post-financial close portfolio, including the contribution to organizational conservation goals and assessing and mitigating potential risks.Drive the implementation of the Nature Bonds post-financial close portfolio by making key decisions related to budget, reporting, and communications; driving key processes and producing key deliverables for the compliance of the Project Agreements.Escalate any issues that demand higher-level decision-making or could result on a potential risk.Contribute to impact reporting through Monitoring Evaluation and Learning systems.Contribute to TNC communications, marketing, and philanthropy on issues related to Nature Bonds project implementation and help ensure that TNC's internal and external communications accurately reflect progress and achievements.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
By joining our Nature Bonds Program team, you will become part of a group that is a force to be reckoned with; a force for nature, a force for people, and a force for our planet. Our team consists of a dedicated group who are leading the conservation effort on multiple fronts and who expertly bring strategy and action together.
We're looking for an individual with conservation portfolio implementation experience who wants to make a difference for nature and people. The Nature Bonds Program is one of TNC's most impactful solutions, supporting nations to use innovative financial mechanisms such as debt refinancing to create long-term sustainable financing for nature protection and improved management, sustainable economic development and climate change mitigation and adaptation.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years related experience, or equivalent combination.Experience in research, critical analysis, and evaluating information from divergent sources and compiling it into cohesive reports.Experience presenting to and/or communicating with government staff, community or business leaders, program leadership and/or similar audiences.Experience developing, directing, and managing multiple projects and implementing strategic program goals.Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies.
Bonus
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.Experience working with several different teams in a matrix structure.Critical analytical thinking and excellent English writing skills are essential.Conservation portfolio management, tracking, and reporting experience is essential.Conservation Trust Fund management, operations and administration experience.Operations and management experience with respect to affiliates and controlled companies - and more broadly in corporate governance.Knowledge of designing, implementing, and running MEL systems.
WHAT WE BRING
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.
SALARY INFORMATION
This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, taking into consideration legal restrictions, such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times. For U.S. based applicants only, the starting pay range for this position is generally within the range of $80,000 to $120,000 for annual base salary and is based on location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency, the pay range will be based on the local labor market, and not tied to the above pay range. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and used to determine your actual pay range. Additionally, for all applicants, actual pay will fall within a range based on a variety of factors including, for example, the candidate's qualifications, specific skills, and experience.