What We Can Achieve Together

Join us as we tackle the intertwined global biodiversity and climate crises by delivering durable, representative, effectively managed, and inclusive protections through the Project Finance for Permanence (PFP) approach. PFPs enable governments and local communities, in partnership with funders and NGOs, to secure long-term management and financing for networks of conservation areas in the form of a deal with a single closing agreement. Accelerating the deployment and impact of this strategy is an organizational priority to deliver lasting outcomes across our 2030 Conservation Goals for Biodiversity, Climate, and People.

The Program Learning Specialist serves as the project manager for the development, maintenance, and deployment of resources, tools and systems for PFP learning and knowledge management, organizes and disseminates best practices, coordinates and/or provides training to develop and implement PFPs, and serves as the team lead on tracking organizational measures of success as well as supporting monitoring, learning and evaluation for team adaptive management. They will bring knowledge of project management, knowledge management and adaptive management, facilitation, training, and large-scale conservation strategy to participate in and lead teams to reflect on and capture lessons from developing and implementing PFPs. The Program Learning Specialist will also serve as a central point of reference for information on the PFP portfolio status maintaining and sharing updates and dashboards on the portfolio, in collaboration with Project Managers, MEL Specialist, the PFP Operations and Communications teams, and liaising closely with the Enduring Earth Partnership. They will also act as the primary PFP point of contact for TNC’s Marketing & Communications team to support internal communications and awareness strategies, and products. As part of their role, they will support additional operational needs for the program as priorities arise.

This position reports to the Program Manager, Global PFP Team. May involve domestic and international travel of 25% or more.

We’re Looking For You

Want to help save the planet? Join the efforts of The Nature Conservancy to tackle the intertwined global biodiversity and climate crises and deliver lasting outcomes across our 2030 Conservation Goals for Biodiversity, Climate, and People. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, experienced, and capable individual interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization!

Apply to become the PFP Program Learning Specialist to support large innovative deal structures with a focus on Project Finance for Permanence (PFP) approaches to advance durable and lasting protection for nature while providing community development benefits for people. This position works in close partnership with internal and external collaborators, including TNC global and country teams, and the Enduring Earth team. The PFP Program Learning Specialist leads knowledge management, MEL and adaptive management, training, and internal communications for the Global PFP Team.

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Policy, Resource Management or related field and 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination.
Experience supporting complex projects and strategic initiatives in an unstructured environment.
Analytical and project management experience.
Experience writing and editing promotional and informational material based on information systematization in English.

Desired Qualifications

Multi-lingual skills (such as Spanish and French) and multi-cultural, cross-cultural, or international work experience appreciated.
Previous or current experience working with The Nature Conservancy is strongly preferred
Experience researching, critically analyzing, and evaluating information from divergent sources and compiling it into cohesive reports and recommendations for strategy and action.
Experience in group facilitation and conducting trainings and after-action reviews.
Familiarity and knowledge related to business, governmental, and/or environmental policy and practices pertaining to the global strategy area of focus.
Ability to work well in a highly matrixed, decentralized and collaborative organization. Possesses strong interpersonal skills. Must be a team player.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet time sensitive deadlines.
NGO and/or corporate relations experience.
Experience with online, digital learning platforms.
Experience developing end products with software such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, cloud and web-based tools including SharePoint, Box, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and similar tools.

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 $60,000 to $88,000 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.

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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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.

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