Protection Strategy Specialist

Are you looking for a career to help protect natural areas and habitat for rare and endangered plants, animals and natural communities? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people andnature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is a passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!

• BA/BS degree in natural resources management, conservation, business, law or another related field of study and 3 years of related work experience in conservation, real estate, fundraising or other related experience.
• Experience in managing multiple projects and timelines.
• Experience negotiating complex agreements.                 
• Experience developing partnerships (partners, community, government).
• Experience working with computers, including database management.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 to 5 years of related work experience in conservation, real estate, fundraising or other related experience.
• Grantwriting experience
• Knowledge of current trends and strategies in conservation and land protection.
• Politically savvy and experienced in working with and in partnerships (partners, community, government).
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.

Each person who works at TNC contributes to our goal of protecting nature for future generations. Another one of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe 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. We consider life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “You’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.” To learn more, head to YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.  

We’re proud to support the health and wellbeing of the people we employ. We offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and other benefits that support work-life balance. Learn more on our culture webpage.

If you’re interested in working with us, please apply—we’d love to hear from you.

Job Family: Conservation

Job Number: 250008

Salary Grade: 7 
 

The annual salary range for this role is between $68,200 - $96,200 and is dependent on experience and location. 

To apply for job ID 52482, submit your materials (resume and cover letter) online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/  by May 7, 2023 at 8:59 PST. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected]. 

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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

Where legally permissible, TNC requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated and willing to keep up to date with vaccines that protect against COVID-19. By accepting an offer of employment, you agree to comply with this requirement, unless you are entitled to a legally mandated exemption.
 

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status or other status protected by law. The Nature Conservancy is also a “big tent” organization. We believe that all people benefit from conservation and that the cause should be inclusive of everyone regardless of their political persuasion. We work hard to make conservation a non-partisan issue through partnerships with stakeholders, elected officials, and industries that span the political spectrum.