Implementation Portfolio Lead

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Implementation Portfolio Lead is part of the Global Protect Oceans Lands and Waters business unit and porvides leadership with the development and implementation of the portfolio of closed projects in TNCs Nature Bonds and Project Finance for Permanence (PFP) programs to achieve durable and impactful conservation outcomes. These are two of TNCs most impactful solutions supporting the use of innovative financial mechanisms and donor support to create long-term sustainable financing for nature protection and improved management sustainable economic development and climate change mitigation and adaptation.

The Implementation Portfolio Lead is responsible for the development and execution of the implementation models and the strategic oversight support and coordination as applicable of the wider implementation team which is comprised of Conservation Trust Funds (CTF) Safeguards Compliance Legal Conservation Climate and MEL this role the Implementation Portfolio Lead provides strategic oversight to capacity development and transfer in projects under implementation focusing on strong collaboration with TNCs regional and country teams. This role will also drive risk assessments tracking reporting and documentation of the portfolio of projects in implementation and coordinate the capacity budget and operations across a matrixed team to ensure the success of Nature Bonds and PFP projects.

The Implementation Portfolio Lead serves as a key liaison between the different teams and Business Units involved in project implementation as well as external actors when collaboration with the different teams (i.e. country teams global conservation experts Compliance team finance specialists CTF Advisors Knowledge Manager and legal team) they track and document various aspects of projects under implementation including conservation achievements reports compliance lessons learned and best practices among others. They also oversee the development of monitoring evaluation and reporting frameworks which include supervising a MEL Specialist managing the report validation process and lead or support internal and external reporting efforts to track program performance. They advise TNC communications marketing and philanthropy staff on matters related to the projects under implementation and related issues and help ensure that TNCs internal and external communications accurately reflect the strategy conservation goals and impact.

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. May involve domestic and international travel.

Were Looking for You:

By joining our Global Protect 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.

Were looking for an individual with conservation portfolio implementation experience who wants to make a difference for nature and people. The Nature Bonds and PFP are two of TNCs most ambitious and inovative programs supporting nations to use innovative financial mechanisms and donor support for long-term sustainable financing for nature protection and improved management sustainable economic development and climate change mitigation and adaptation.

What Youll Bring:

• BA/BS degree and 10 years experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience directing a major program or project of strategic importance including management/supervision and influencing without authority.
• Experience working with current trends and practices in relevant discipline(s) and geographic regions.
• Supervisory experience including motivating leading setting objectives and managing performance.
• Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners community groups and/or government agencies.
• Experience negotiating
• Experience influencing developing and implementing conservation policy and plans at the country level.
• Experience with financial management of a large program.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi- lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• 10-12 years experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Developing and transferring knowledge and capacity for new initiatives and through a matrixed team.
• Developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes.
• Experience conceiving and implementing strategic initiatives and conservation projects.
• Familiarity with Conservation Trust Funds.
• Budget and capacity management of matrixed teams of complex conservation finance projects.
• Monitoring evaluation and reporting experience.
• Communicating clearly via written spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
• Experience anticipating stakeholder concerns adapting messaging to different audiences and fostering collaborationeven in complex or high-stakes environments.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancys 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 worlds toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. Were rooted in our mission and guided by our values which include respect for all people communities and cultures. Whether its career development flexible schedules or a rewarding mission theres many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One 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 addition to the requirements in our job postings we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicants unique experience. Please apply wed love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC youll join for the mission and stay for the people.

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 a competitive comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits flexible spending accounts a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match parental leave accrued paid time off life insurance disability coverage employee assistance program other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

Were proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures races colors religions sexes national or regional origins ages disability status sexual orientation gender identity military protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancys background screening process.

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