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\ WE\'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

The challenges facing our planet today require comprehensive solutions that address the well-being of people and nature and lay the foundation for future conservation efforts. Promoting policies that provide benefits to both people and nature is critical to securing lasting conservation outcomes. The work and expertise of The Nature Conservancy\'s Policy and Public Funding programs are integral to this effort. The Policy and Public Funding business unit is helping to shape the government policies that help make possible achievement of transformative conservation outcomes to address climate change, enhance protection of lands, waters, and the ocean, and provide food and water sustainably. We have an awesome task at hand, and the work that you do here will have a direct impact on our success.

We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters and oceans at unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable. To implement these priorities, we collaborate actively in a non-confrontational manner with public sector agencies, NGOs, academia, business and the finance sector.

\ WHAT YOU\'LL BRING

• Bachelor\'s degree in political science, environmental policy, management or other relevant field and 5 years of government relations, international affairs or corporate sector experience, or equivalent combination education/experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Direct experience working with government partners and agencies, international organizations and processes.
• Experience in acting as a team player and collaborator working in multi-disciplinary groups; using influence and interpersonal skills, listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships with governments, corporations, partners, donors, and all levels of staff and volunteers.
• Experience navigating matrixed teams and organizations; especially in relation to finding common ground between different viewpoints through candid discussion, open communication, and emotional intelligence.
• Experience and understanding of biodiversity, conservation and/or climate policy, at national, regional and/or international levels.
• Experience developing, directing and managing multiple projects and implementing strategic program goals;
• Proven communication and presentation skills.

\ 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 ourCulture Tabon 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 \$76,000 - \$124,000 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.

\ APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID55138, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at<https://careers.nature.org/>. Need help applying? Visit ourrecruitmentpage or contact<applyhelp@tnc.org>.

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 of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from