Portfolio Operations Specialist NatureVest (Flexible Location) at The Nature Conservancy in Keene Valley, New York

Job Description:

OFFICE LOCATION

USA

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WHO WE ARE

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and 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. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Portfolio Operations Specialist, NatureVest will manage the internal governance approval process and support the operational, financial, and legal governance processes for NatureVest impact investment projects and their associated TNC related entities. The Portfolio Operations Specialist, NatureVest will report to the Portfolio Program Manager on the NatureVest Impact Management Team.

NatureVest is the impact investing unit of TNC. NatureVest's mission is to facilitate the development of global financial markets that value, monetize, and integrate natural capital at scale. It does so by sourcing capital and structuring investable deals that generate financial returns and achieve measurable environmental and social outcomes that support TNC's 2030 Goals. NatureVest impact investments include but are not limited to debt, venture capital, equity, and guarantees utilizing direct investments, funds, facilities, special purpose vehicles, blended finance, and fund of funds. NatureVest has helped TNC and its partners originate, structure, fund and close investment vehicles representing more than $3.1 billion of committed capital. To learn more, visit: www.nature.org/naturevest.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

The Portfolio Operations Specialist's role is to manage the TNC internal governance approval process for all impact investment projects as well as support the NatureVest Portfolio Program Manager with the operational, financial and conservation reporting of the consolidated impact investment portfolio, legal corporate governance requirements for NatureVest-managed TNC related entities and financial and conservation reporting to third-party investors for TNC-managed impact investment projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

Portfolio Operations:

• Support impact investment projects through TNC's internal approvals by managing the Impact Investment Deal Review Committee and coordinating additional TNC committee approvals
• Manage templates and approval timelines, review all impact investment approval documents for completeness and adherence to TNC requirements, coordinate timely filings, serve as an internal resource on the TNC approvals process and communicate with senior staff on project approval status
• Support the NatureVest Portfolio Program Manager in the establishment and management of NatureVest-managed related entities (TNC subsidiaries) associated with impact investments undertaken by TNC through its NatureVest unit
• Serve as corporate secretary for NatureVest-managed related entities, including preparing and maintaining Board and Shareholder meeting minutes and resolutions and certifying materials on behalf of such entities
• Manage NatureVest-managed related entity legal governance ensuring entities maintain good standing with state registrations and coordinating with TNC's legal corporate services group to ensure franchise tax and annual reports are properly filed
• Work closely with TNC's legal, finance and tax teams in supporting management of the NatureVest-managed related entities
• Assist the NatureVest Portfolio Program Manager with annual NatureVest-managed related entity budgets and analysis and ongoing third-party investor reporting and distributions

Asset Management & Reporting

• Support the NatureVest Portfolio Program Manager with monitoring and reporting on conservation, financial and risk outcomes for NatureVest impact investment projects
• Assist in producing presentation materials for TNC leadership in describing trends and recommendations as needed
• Support the NatureVest Impact Management Team in developing consolidated conservation measurement documentation and coordinate tracking of conservation outcomes for NatureVest impact investment projects in the central conservation HUB with project teams

Project Management:

• Routinely create, review, and refine documentation regarding governance, reporting and operational workflows
• Build relationships internally to ensure project operational outcomes are being met
• Demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information
• Act independently on assigned tasks and exercise independent judgement based on analysis and experience
• May participate in cross-business unit / matrixed teams as directed by senior staff
• Ensure compliance with TNC policies and procedures and external (donor / legal / IRS) requirements

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience generating reports and analyzing and interpreting data.
• Experience managing and implementing multiple projects.
• Experience with business process analysis and/or improvement.
• Experience with current technology in relevant field.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills, accuracy, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple complex tasks.

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 on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

SALARY INFORMATION

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $60,000 - $85,000 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 55821, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

Our recruiting process is a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we 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.

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 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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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 applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.

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