Director, Data Science & Quality

The Conservation Impact System Team (IST) in the Chief Conservation Office plays a critical role in supporting global conservation implementation. The IST supports conservation teams leaders and executives to generate and use evidence in adaptive management and reporting so that TNC can achieve its goals for biodiversity climate and people. The IST is comprised of the Conservation Data Team (CDT) and Conservation Strategy Team that partner closely to provide support. The CDT is responsible for conservation data capacity building data quality science & systems and organizational reporting including reporting and recommendations to executives and the global board.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Work in a large business unit multi-state/country or division/region wide program.

• Manage staff or multi-disciplinary team to create or improve techniques and procedures for complex projects.

• Conceive and implement strategic initiatives.

• Act as a technical liaison within and outside of the organizational.

• Collaborate with a wide range of conservation partners to identify data quality science and reporting needs present technical concepts and support fieldwork.

• Provide training for internal and external colleagues on data quality science and reporting principles.

• Must work in variable weather conditions at remote locations in hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.

• PhD in natural or social sciences engineering or related field and 2 years related experience.

• Supervisory experience.

• Record of peer reviewed publications in scientific journals.

• Domain area expertise in one or more of the following: large-scale natural protection or management of lands/freshwater/oceans climate or biodiversity policy renewable energy siting natural climate solutions conservation finance and markets regenerative agriculture sustainable fisheries or aquaculture watershed management community-based management equitable conservation

• Expert in developing implementing and training staff in data analysis including use of R ArcGIS PowerBI

• Experience directing a major program of strategic importance and working with a multi-disciplinary team.

• Experience in relationship building with peers partners government agencies land owners academic community etc.

• Experience developing maintaining and improving the quality of large and complex databases

• Experience fundraising and/or writing grants and research proposals.

• Excellent communication skills written spoken and graphical.

Desired Qualifications:

• PhD in natural or social sciences engineering or related field and 3-5 years related experience.

• Multi-language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.

• Experience supporting impact reporting through the design implementation and interpretation of results from data analyses

• Experience with developing analyses and communications to leaders executives and board members

• Experience with research evaluations using varied data sets and advanced causal-impact statistics

• Experience with influencing decisions investments or policies using data data tools and related communications

• Experience with monitoring reporting & verification systems for biodiversity and ecosystem services or ecosystem markets

• Strong knowledge of common software applications.

• Ability to diagnose complex problems and identify solutions.

• Ability to manage a budget to ensure sound financial performance.

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 $96850 - $146500 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 candidates qualifications specific skills and experience.

This position is not eligible for relocation visa or immigration assistance. Please submit a cover letter with your resume.

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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