YOUR POSITION WITH TNC
The Director for Greater Bay Area & Climate Resilience (GBA Director) is a Hong Kong-based position that oversees the resilient Greater Bay Area strategy and focuses on delivering the climate adaptation goals for the region.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The GBA Director leads the development, refinement, and implementation of The Nature Conservancy’s resilient Greater Bay Area strategy. The role advances nature-based solutions to support community and ecosystem resilience by shaping multi‑year strategic priorities, implementing conservation projects, strengthening external partnerships, and scaling cross-sectoral delivery across the Greater Bay Area, including through driving policy alignment and mobilizing financial resources to support these priorities. The GBA Director also explores new opportunities, coordinates and advises on nature-based solutions and climate adaptation work across Greater China.
The GBA Director oversees a team across Hong Kong and Shenzhen focused on climate resilience, and works closely with the Asia Pacific Climate Strategies team as well as other internal partners across Greater China, Asia Pacific, and global conservation and policy teams. The role reports directly to the Executive Director, Hong Kong & Regional Partnerships, with a dotted reporting line to the Climate Change Director for China.
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
- Lead a multi-year strategic portfolio focus on climate resilience using nature-based solutions, with high visibility and cross-border complexity in the Greater Bay Area.
- Supervise cross-location teams, fostering integration and shared ownership across teamsDevelop and manage resilient Greater Bay Area strategy budgets.
- Establish and facilitate partnerships with government, corporates, academics, and NGOs at national, regional, and local levels for the strategy.
- Frequently make independent strategic decisions based on ecological, climate risk, and social-economic analysis, often under conditions of uncertainty.
- Provide support to development team and other relevant colleagues in securing resources for conservation priorities from philanthropic, private and public sectors.
- Ensure compliance with TNC policies, local regulations, and cross-jurisdictional protocols, particularly in transboundary environmental and climate governance contexts.
- Travel frequently within the Greater Bay Area, Mainland China, and occasionally within the Asia Pacific region to engage stakeholders, monitor field sites and advance climate resilient conservation programs.
- May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS degree and 7 years’ experience in conservation practice, NBS, climate resilience, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, including managing finances and coordinating cross-functional teams and partners.
- Proven supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
- Experience building and sustaining partnerships with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies.
- Strong negotiation skills with experience navigating complex institutional or policy contexts.
- Fluency in Mandarin and English is required.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated, particularly within the Asia Pacific region.
- Proficiency in Cantonese is preferred.
- 7-10 years’ experience in conservation practice, NBS, climate adaptation, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated success in, influencing, developing and implementing conservation or climate policy and plans at local, regional or national levels.
- In-depth knowledge of current trends, policies and practices in NBS, climate resilience and conservation in both Hong Kong and mainland China.
- Ability to develop practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes.
- Knowledge of methods and standards of climate change information systems, spatial planning tools, or monitoring frameworks.
- Demonstrated experience in effectively engaging policymakers across Greater Bay Area.
- Knowledge and experience on climate finance or other relevant experience on finance is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and compellingly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
- Strong political acumen and the ability to operate effectively in dynamic, cross-jurisdictional environments.
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.
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. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s 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 valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll 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.
We’re 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.
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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.
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