What We Can Achieve Together: The Development Program Specialists IV will apply advanced skills to a functional team of organizational priority within a development program. The team will be responsible for providing organizational resources such as research, gift processing, prospect management, stewardship, etc.
The Nature Conservancy is an Accredited Entity of the Green Climate Fund (GCF), which allows the organization to work with developing countries and other partners to design and implement transformative projects that support their efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change. As part of the TNC-GCF Unit, the TNC-GCF Project Development Manager coordinates and supports the development of TNC-led GCF project proposals and helps establish and maintain the enabling conditions for the successful funding and delivery of GCF projects.
The TNC-GCF Project Development Specialist reports to the TNC-GCF Unit Director within the broader Public Funding Center (PFC) and Policy and Public Funding (PPF) Business Unit but will leverage constructive and effective relationships with a wide range of colleagues, including regional and country programs, global strategy teams, senior management and impact investing staff, project implementation partners, and the GCF. The Specialist will be instrumental in leveraging TNC’s experience in climate change mitigation and adaptation, channeling finance through public and private sector partners, and utilizing various financing instruments, including grants, loans and equity, to mobilize resources from the GCF to meet GCF objectives and country priorities embedded within TNC’s 2030 goals.
The Specialist will work towards meeting the strategic priorities of the team by developing and coordinating idea notes, concept notes and funding proposals, and completing and coordinating diverse complex tasks and activities. They will set priorities based on the needs of the organization. They will analyze and report to leadership on key information, risks and potential solutions related to the team scope and priorities, utilizing appropriate tools for the request or project. The Specialist will perform complex analysis of contexts and needs and recommend focus for analysis by peers. They will provide advice, recommendations, and broad training related to the functional area of the team. The Specialist maintains expert knowledge in the systems, processes and resources managed by the team; applies knowledge to coordinating project development teams and other stakeholders and planning communications related to the resources. They will have substantial contact with stakeholders and will serve as the lead liaison with leadership. They take on additional duties to enhance the work of the team, such duties may include but are not limited to designing and leading training initiatives, managing documentation, and/or enhancing the processes and tools managed by the team. The Specialist will keep up-to-date on market trends, donor requirements and best practices in order to improve services. They will analyze situations, evaluate alternatives, and implement solutions in order to improve effectiveness. The Specialist will initiate complex processes and practices based on an expert understanding of related policies and procedures.
This position will include international travel and calls before/after regular working hours. The TNC-GCF Project Development Specialist may travel frequently and on short notice and occasionally work long hours and weekends. The work environment may involve infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain. Location is flexible in the geographies in which TNC works. Schedule and part of core hours must align with that of the East Coast of the United States.
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 and actions that provide benefits to both people and nature, and engaging with public donors is critical to securing lasting climate and conservation outcomes. The work and expertise of TNC’s PPF Business Unit is integral to this effort. The PPF is helping to shape the government policies and mobilize public resources 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.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree and 6 years related experience in a field related to climate change, conservation and/or international development.
- Experience with developing projects for the Green Climate Fund.
- Experience designing and generating reports, and analyzing and interpreting the data.
- Experience negotiating complex agreements.
- Experience with current and evolving technology in relevant field.
- Experience working with teams across an organization.
- Experience, coursework, or other training in principles, practices, and procedures of relevant field.
Who We Are
The Nature Conservancy’s 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 world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures.
