Guatemala Program Director - The Nature Conservancy
Guatemala Program Director - The Nature Conservancy
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Job Description
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Location and Work Mode
Antigua Guatemala.
Who we are
The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. Founded in 1951 TNC develops science-based collaborative solutions to our planets most pressing challenges. With a presence in over 70 countries and more than 400 scientists TNC builds partnerships with governments businesses and communities to conserve nature and drive systemic impact.
Our impact
- Active in 70 countries.
- Supported by 1 million members.
- 400 scientists advancing conservation science.
- Over 125 million acres of land protected.
- 30 years of continuous conservation work in Guatemala.
- Strong emphasis on inclusive and community-led conservation.
Purpose of the Position
The Country Program Director will lead and scale TNCs impact in Guatemala managing a high-performing mission-driven team and ensuring long-term sustainability through strategic partnerships operational excellence and bold fundraising. This is a role for a leader who is both visionary and hands-on with the ability to orchestrate systemic change while engaging directly in execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead TNCs strategic and operational agenda in Guatemala.
- Supervise and mentor a growing team (currently 18 staff) including four direct reports across conservation partnerships communications and finance.
- Maintain oversight of compliance administration and team development.
- Represent TNC with credibility at the highest national and regional levels.
- Strengthen visibility and advocacy efforts at local and global forums.
- Foster a culture of equity diversity and inclusion aligned with TNCs global values.
- Balance strategic thinking with direct operational engagement: be both conductor and player.
- Drive the implementation of major initiatives including:
- Launching an $8M government-aligned project.
- Advancing a 20-year conservation finance initiative aiming to mobilize $200300M.
- Building an integrated fundraising strategy across public private and philanthropic sectors.
- Launching an $8M government-aligned project.
Requirements and competences to work with us
Education
- Masters degree (required). Studies in environmental sciences public policy international development sustainability or related fields.
- Fluency in Spanish and English written and spoken.
Experience
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience including 7 years in senior leadership roles.
Key competencies
- Strategic Vision & Execution: Ability to set and deliver on long-term goals navigating complexity in a dynamic socio-environmental context.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Experience working with government NGOs donors indigenous communities and private sector.
- Fundraising Expertise: Proven ability to secure diverse funding both nationally and internationally.
- Operational Leadership: Strong administrative skills including oversight of finances compliance and team performance.
- Adaptability & Initiative: Comfortable working in a lean team environment where leaders must operate across levels.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Awareness of Guatemalas social dynamics especially around indigenous inclusion and systemic inequity.
Our team profile
We operate as a highly collaborative and mission-driven unit. In Guatemala TNCs team is agile and deeply committed to impact. Leaders are expected to be hands-on supporting both strategy and execution in a close-knit and rapidly growing structure. We value humility integrity and the ability to grow with the organization.
Key interests for working with us
TNC Guatemala addresses some of the countrys most pressing challenges: deforestation biodiversity loss and climate changeespecially in regions like the Selva Maya. Our work is rooted in community engagement and long-term systemic change aiming to reshape conservation funding policy and practice over the next 20 years.
Reasons to join our team
- A leadership role in one of the worlds most respected conservation organizations.
- The chance to shape national environmental policy and practice.
- A competitive salary in local currency (quetzales) pegged to USD.
- Comprehensive legal benefits in Guatemala including:
- Retirement fund contributions
- Full social security and income tax compliance
- Flexibility wellbeing resources and a supportive global network.
Relevant details before applying for this vacancy
Position based in Guatemala with national and international travel.
Employment Type
Full Time
