Global Conservation Strategy Advisor at The Nature Conservancy in MAITLAND, Florida

Job Description:

OFFICE LOCATION

Arlington, Virginia, USA

This is a virtual position that is flexible within countries where TNC has an established entity. This position is eligible for relocation, visa or immigration assistance. This position is available for remote work, work based at a TNC office or a combination of the two.

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SRI Executive is exclusively retained by The Nature Conservancy to undertake this assignment. If you wish to be considered for this position, please forward a copy of your CV in Microsoft Word format, along with any relevant documentation, as soon as possible and no later than 16 April 2025 to TNC-GSSM@sri-executive.com.

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.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

The Global Safeguards Senior Manager leads design and implementation of TNC's human rights-centered Environmental and Social Safeguards System.

The Global Safeguards Senior Manager leads the development and implementation of TNC's organization-wide, human rights-centered Environmental and Social Safeguards System (ESSS), based on existing materials and staff input to-date. They advise global strategies and regions in the development, implementation and active management of tailored, human rights-centered environmental and social safeguards strategies based on the ESSS. They will supervise a team charged with the development and implementation of the ESSS. They will provide technical leadership in designing, upgrading and delivering tools for the management of the ESSS. They will work with Regional Human Rights and Safeguards Advisors in the ESSS's design, regional/local-level implementation and collective movement building to integrate new standards and processes in conservation projects, programs and strategies. They will provide oversight for all public funding safeguard requirements, such as risk categorization of projects. They will work closely with Global Indigenous, Community and Gender leads to implement standards that respect gender and the rights of Indigenous communities. They will be a part of the Equitable Conservation Team in the Chief Conservation Office and will report to the Global Director of Human Rights in Conservation.

The Global Safeguards Senior Manager influences TNC leadership and advocates for incorporating rights-based Environmental and Social Safeguards in organizational policies, processes and procedures. They ensure that the ESSS incorporates strategies guided by TNC's Respecting Human Rights Policy (2022). They support TNC's compliance with public funding mandates and requirements and build momentum around public funding compliance. They advise the Global Director of Human Rights in Conservation and the Equitable Conservation Leadership team on how to effectively embed safeguards into conservation programs, priorities and projects through the Chief Conservation Office. They work to develop a matrixed dotted-line network of managed strategy advisors in the field through active collaboration and support the development and uptake of ESSS resources and tools. They will lead organizational efforts to design and implement an ESSS training program for TNC staff and partners. They act as liaison to staff on global conservation teams and advise staff on active strategy management and capacity building. They oversee the development of culturally-responsive training programs, educational materials and the development of a Train the Trainer program. They will convene, lead and coordinate activities of a TNC ESSS Steering Committee, support and collaborate with a network of TNC Human Rights and Safeguards project and program officers in global regions, and work with external partners to identify and advance best practices for ESSS.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Leads design and implementation of TNC's human rights-based Environmental and Social Safeguards System.
• Leads technical reviews of larger projects, oversight and risk categorization.
• Advises global strategies, regions and country programs on human rights- and safeguards-related issues in community-based conservation work.
• Leads the design, implementation and management of Measures, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) systems that integrate safeguards and human rights, including data collection/management and development of tools and protocols.
• Leads the development and delivery of trainings, educational materials, and capacity building for TNC staff and partners or contractors, particularly on preventing human rights violations, promoting the rights of Indigenous Peoples and local communities, and safeguards implementation.
• Designs and leads collaborative, complex, and diversified projects, coordinating the work of other professionals, managing budget and
• ensuring accountability.
• Ensures compliance with TNC policies and procedures and external requirements as appropriate, such as the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGP), International Finance Corporation (IFC) Performance Standards, gender assessment and mainstreaming, United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Relevant International Labor Organization (ILO) Conventions; making decisions that may have wide impact and bind the organization financially or legally.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding frequently sensitive and emotionally charged information.
• Acts independently and resolves complex issues.
• May develop and administer budgets, evaluate results and develop corrective strategies.
• May supervise one or more administrative or professional staff, including training, professional development, establishing clear core objectives, setting "stretch" objectives and overseeing execution of day-to-day work.
• Makes strategic decisions based on analysis, experience and judgment.
• Incorporates cross disciplinary knowledge to support program objectives.
• Significant latitude to deal directly with field management personnel and organizational leadership.
• Ability to contribute management decisions.
• Requires willingness and ability to travel up to 25-30% both domestically and internationally, and to work occasional weekends and evenings to accommodate global teams.
  

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in sociology, anthropology, political science, public policy, international relations, international development, human rights or related field and at least 7 years of related experience or equivalent combination in a relevant sector.
• Knowledge of and applied experience in respecting and promoting human rights, including the co-creation and -implementation of human rights-based approaches with communities.
• Experience applying compliance-based environmental and social management system (ESMS) processes and concepts at the project level.
• Experience leading and managing complex projects and strategic initiatives in an unstructured environment.
• International work experience.
• Experience in research, critical analysis, and evaluating information from divergent sources and compiling it into cohesive reports.
• Experience writing and editing promotional, informational and/or training materials.
• Experience presenting to and/or communicating with diverse audiences such as internal and external teams, senior leadership,
• governments, community or business leaders and/or partners.
• Project management experience and experience meeting deadlines.
• Experience developing end products with software such as MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), cloud and web-based tools including SharePoint, WebEx/conferencing software, Zoom, Skype, Google Hangouts, and DropBox or other similar tools.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams across multiple levels in a highly-matrixed organization.
• Master's degree.
• Self-starter with ability to generate work plans with limited support in line with the overall Conservation Strategies Team outcomes, goals, strategies and plans.
• Experience developing rights-focused strategy assessments, particularly with screening tools, environmental and social impact assessment, interested parties assessment, project-level grievance redress and risk-specific plan guidance.
• 5 or more years of experience applying rights-based environmental and social due diligence in project-level implementation and
• management and/or developing and managing the implementation of social and environmental safeguards specifically, including screening, impact assessment and mitigation measure development.
• Experience with human-rights based conservation approaches and supporting Indigenous and community leadership in conservation.
• Experience implementing gender assessment and mainstreaming processes.
• Experience with methods of collecting and assessing disaggregated data, particularly by gender and vulnerable groups.
• Experience project managing the development of complex, cross-functional initiatives, work products, and/or policies.
• Fluency in language other than English (e.g. Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese).
• Knowledge of politics and society with respect to environmental and international affairs.
• Willingness to learn and develop expertise in new conservation strategies, economic drivers, management tools, and global affairs.
• Strong team player who can build relationships and work collaboratively across the organization, including with senior management, and with Conservancy partners.
  

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 our Culture Tab on 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 $95,600 - $145,250 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

SRI Executive is exclusively retained by The Nature Conservancy to undertake this assignment. If you wish to be considered for this position, please forward a copy of your CV in Microsoft Word format, along with any relevant documentation, as soon as possible and no later than 16 April 2025 to TNC-GSSM@sri-executive.com.

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.

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