What We Can Achieve Together:
The Conservation Trust Fund Specialist role is an exciting opportunity to help shape and launch high‑impact Conservation Trust Funds that will secure long‑term financing for nature across multiple countries, working closely with TNC’s global finance teams, country programs, and partners to design, develop, and operationalize these funds while driving forward major Project Finance for Permanence and Nature Bonds initiatives; the Specialist will lead and support project management across complex, multicultural teams, facilitate multi‑stakeholder processes, analyze legal and institutional frameworks, co‑develop governing documents and technical materials, coordinate technical assistance, strengthen CTF operations, deliver capacity‑building programs, represent TNC in strategic negotiations and meetings, and guide the successful implementation of CTF work streams from planning through execution, all while navigating dynamic challenges, solving complex problems, and contributing to innovative conservation finance models that protect ecosystems for generations to come; the position offers significant autonomy, collaboration with global leaders, and the chance to influence conservation outcomes at scale, with flexible location options in any country where TNC is registered and established.
We’re Looking for You:
By joining our Global Protect Oceans, Lands and Water team, you will become part of a group that is a force to be reckoned with, a force for nature, a force for people, and a force for our planet. Our team consists of a dedicated globally dispersed group who are leading the conservation effort on multiple fronts and who expertly bring strategy and action together. We work closely with internal teams and our external partners to deliver a representative, durable, effective, resilient, and inclusive 30% protection of the planet. We’re looking for an individual with a passion for the mission of The Nature Conservancy, to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends, and who will enhance our ability to reach our 2030 goals.
We are looking for a conservation finance specialist with project manager skills who is comfortable working at a global level on large and complex projects within a matrixed organization, ideally with familiarity and experience working with CTFs. You would be part of a dedicated global team working on efforts to impact conservation throughout the world!
What You’ll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in conservation, business, finance, policy, or other related field and 4 years related experience, or equivalent combination.
Experience working in a CTF or for a CTF is highly desirable.
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 $77,860 - $103,785 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.
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.
Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.
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 Conservancy's background screening process.
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