The Impact Finance & Markets division at The Nature Conservancy (TNC) provides technical and strategic leadership to create transformational impact with the private sector by translating the value of nature and conservation approaches into actionable, science-based strategies that can help solve societal challenges. The Corporate Engagement Business Unit is one of four business units comprising the Impact Finance & Markets division. The Partnership Advisor, Water & Resilience plays a key role in the development and implementation of one or more strategies to achieve the Conservancy’s goals through interaction with governments, multilateral agencies, and the corporate sector. The Partnership Advisor, Water & Resilience will report to the Senior Corporate Engagement Advisor, Water & Resilience. This position will advise on strategy development for the Resilient Freshwater Pathway and develop and manage key relationships in support of related strategies.
Note: This is a 2-year term limited position with possibility of extension based on budget availability and performance. Candidates may be located in any location with an established TNC office.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as this position will close once a sufficient pool of qualified candidates has been identified.
The Partnership Advisor, Water & Resilience works with an interdisciplinary team to serve as a subject matter expert and advisor on complex and strategic issues. They implement and coordinate engagements that, by facilitating the integration of nature into business models and development finance institution (DFI) operations, help direct private-sector and public financial institution economic, operational, and political influence in support of the Conservancy’s conservation goals. They support the development and implementation of strategies for engaging water utilities and DFIs; coordinate and conduct outreach to water utilities and DFIs; and manage and support specific engagements. They coordinate across the Conservancy network to develop unified proposals, strategies, and reports for water utilities and DFIs. The Corporate Engagement Advisor, Water & Resilience will lead activities to help build both internal and external awareness about the Conservancy’s work on water with water sector allies. They will work closely with members of the global Provide Food & Water team, Impact Finance & Markets Division and other Business Units to advance the implementation of the Conservancy’s resilient freshwater-related strategies.
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
May supervise a team of administrative and/or professional staff with responsibility for performance management, training and development.
Applies a varied knowledge of practices to support Conservancy strategies.
Supports program objectives by working in a complex, matrixed organization environment and works collaboratively within a cross-functional interdisciplinary team.
Develops relationships and works effectively with corporate, finance, government, community, and non-governmental organization partners. May serve as relationship manager to specific institutions and support other engagements.
Acts independently within broad program goals. Leads management of multiple projects. May be point person for a value chain node or sector.
Manages DFI trainings and engagements, in collaboration with the Nature for Water Facility under Provide, including potential to serve as a Subject Matter Expert on key DFI or corporate engagements.
Develops and implements multi-year fundraising strategies and goals. Financial responsibility may include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development and meeting fundraising targets.
Participates in negotiations for complex, high profile or sensitive agreements.
Conducts research to inform the Corporate Engagement and Resilient Watersheds’ teams functional strategy and activities. Plays an active role in team brainstorming and recommendation development regarding team structure and strategic planning and may have decision-making authority. Contributes to tracking of Resilient Watersheds Intermediate Results.
May lead internal and external discussion to develop institution-level strategies (e.g., for a specific company or DFI), including informing CE's sector strategies. May play a role in helping to inform broader CE sector or DFI strategic focus across other Business Units.
With a team, designs and manages major meetings, including gatherings of corporate, government, and non-governmental representatives (e.g., participation in Stockholm World Water Week).
Leads the preparation and presentation of project proposals, communications documents, presentations, memos, concept notes, budgets and reports.
Persuasively conveys the mission of TNC to varied groups who are critical to the Conservancy’s overall strategies. Will represent TNC/CE at external speaking events relevant to their projects and/or General CE. Will represent CE/their team at internal events/retreats.
Works in partnership with other organizations in a collaborative and advisory capacity. Represents TNC in collaborations like the International Water Association, WaterWorx/Blue Deal, and other initiatives as they arise. May serve on advisory boards.
Ensures compliance with internal policies and procedures and external requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in political science, environmental policy, management or other relevant field and 5 years of development finance institution, government relations or corporate sector experience, or equivalent combination education/experience.
Fluency in English.
Analytical and project management experience. Demonstrated experience in successfully developing and implementing complex projects in an unstructured environment.
Experience developing, directing and managing multiple projects and implementing strategic program goals.
Proven communication and presentation skills.
Proven negotiation skills.
Multi-lingual skills, especially French, and multi-cultural experience appreciated.
Experience presenting to and communicating with management-level individuals within the corporate sector.
Excellent team player with experience working in multi-disciplinary groups, using influence and interpersonal skills, listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships with governments, corporations, partners, donors, volunteers, and all levels of staff.
Experience engaging in drought, flooding, disaster risk management or private financial institutions.
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.”
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 and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports 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.
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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