Project Manager and MEL Specialist (Protect LAR)

OFFICE LOCATION

Latin America

Open to applicants based in any of these TNC's core countries in Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Belize, Colombia, Chile, Guatemala, Mexico, Perú

This position is not eligible for relocation or immigration assistance.

May involve domestic and international travel of 25% or more.

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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 Protect Project Manager and Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Specialist for TNC’s LAR Protect supports program objectives by working in a complex matrix organization environment. They will be part of the Latin-America Region Protect Team and will support the strategic priorities of the 30x30 Program for LAR’s Iconic Places by developing and implementing tactics for approved plans and completing and/or overseeing day-to-day tasks. They will interpret guidelines and analyse factual information to achieve results, improve workflow, and solve problems.

The Project Manager and MEL Specialist will work collaboratively with complex, cross-functional project teams and key stakeholders to establish clear project roles, project goals, develop project plans and facilitate project implementation in a way that produces quality deliverables and project outcomes on time and within budget. As the project manager, they will critically assess project scope and objectives, ensuring all risks and dependencies are addressed in the project plan, and assemble the project team to deliver successful project results. The Project Manager and MEL Specialist will obtain go/no-go decisions at all project decision points from relevant decision makers and identify and obtain approval for project deliverables from the appropriate staff or teams. Throughout the project lifecycle, the Project Manager and MEL Specialist will monitor and measure project progress, conduct corrective action as necessary, and communicate project status information to all stakeholders.

They will utilize project management methodologies and processes and ensure all organizational and divisional standards are met. They will act as a resource to other staff and project managers to provide project management guidance, training, and expertise.

They will perform risk management, issue resolution, and conflict management, and collaboratively solve complex problems. They may advise TNC communications, marketing, and philanthropy staff on issues related to priority projects and related issues.

They will refine a MEL Plan for the Program and drive its implementation with emphasis on the outcomes and intermediate results. They will work with conservation staff and external experts to design, procure, or implement solutions to meet MEL requirements within the Program. They will lead the review, completion and update of the Program’s HUB system. The Program Manager and MEL Specialist will provide guidance and facilitation capacities for planning with a system thinking approach. They will conduct scientific research, records data to support planning efforts and adaptive management.

The location for this position is flexible within countries where The Nature Conservancy is a registered NGO and has an already established office in Latin America. This position is not eligible for relocation or immigration assistance. May involve domestic and international travel of 25% or more.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature, guided by science? come join our Latin-America Region as Project Manager and MEL Specialist! You will contribute to the regional and global conservation goals stated in TNC’ Share Conservation Agenda!

We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated person to work within our Program. System thinking, creativity, and the ability to provide effective and efficient management of a program, foster adaptive management and learning are key in this role. Come join TNC and apply today!

Scope And Responsibilities

• Act independently and in supervisor’s stead, as needed; exercise independent judgment to identify and solve problems;
• Coordinate the work of cross-functional teams towards a desired outcome;
• Work within scope of program’s strategic goals.
• Ensure programmatic commitments, Conservancy policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance; decisions may bind the organization financially or legally;
• Manage project budgets and assist with budget development related to strategic projects;
• Manage projects with several variables - set realistic deadlines, manage a timeline, and ensure accountability;
• Provide input through project teams for the development and implementation of new initiatives or the improvement of existing programs;
• Travel occasionally, working long and flexible hours as needed;
• Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain;
• Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines; a
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of conservation and sustainable development practice or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years of project management experience or coordinating projects.
• Experience using project management techniques and tools such as Microsoft Project.
• Completed coursework or other training on project management principles;
• Experience developing and implementing effective monitoring, evaluation, and learning for multiple projects or programs.
• Experience generating reports and analyzing and interpreting data.
• Experience with MEL frameworks, best practices, and tools in the environmental or sustainability field in Latin America.
• Experience engaging with and co-developing analyses to inform management decisions.
• Experience collecting, manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting scientific data, and preparing reports of findings.
• Experience in managing and tracking multiple projects;
• Experience managing project teams and working with cross-functional staff;
• Experience managing scheduling and financial aspects of small to large projects that range from short to long term.
• Fluency in English and Spanish
  
  

Desired Qualification

• Capable of self-direction and teamwork. Ability to work in a team-based environment with internal and external partners.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working and communicating with a wide range of 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 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.

Additional Job Information

This is a 2 year term contract

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 55286, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on July 4th, 2024. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org .

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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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.