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 e
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in conservation, business, finance, policy, or other related field and 4 years related experience, or equivalent combination.
Experience organizing and managing complex projects or strategic initiatives in an unstructured environment.
Experience researching, critically analyzing, and evaluating information from divergent sources and compiling it into cohesive reports and recommendations for strategy and action.
Experience writing and editing promotional and informational material.
Experience working in a CTF or for a CTF is highly desirable.
Salary Information:
Benefits
Flexible schedule
Additional Information
What We Can Achieve Together:
The Conservation Trust Fund Specialist role is an exciting opportunity to help shape and launch high‑impact Conservation Trust Funds that will secure long‑term financing for nature across multiple countries, working closely with TNC's global finance teams, country programs, and partners to design, develop, and operationalize these funds while driving forward major Project Finance for Permanence and Nature Bonds initiatives; the Specialist will lead and support project management across complex, multicultural teams, facilitate multi‑stakeholder processes, analyze legal and institutional frameworks, co‑develop governing documents and technical materials, coordinate technical assistance, strengthen CTF operations, deliver capacity‑building programs, represent TNC in strategic negotiations and meetings, and guide the successful implementation of CTF work streams from planning through execution, all while navigating dynamic challenges, solving complex problems, and contributing to innovative conservation finance models that protect ecosystems for generations to come; the position offers significant autonomy, collaboration with global leaders, and the chance to influence conservation outcomes at scale, with flexible location options in any country where TNC is registered and established.
We're Looking for You:
By joining our Global Protect Oceans, Lands and Water team, you will become part of a group that is a force to be reckoned with, a force for nature, a force for people, and a force for our planet. Our team consists of a dedicated globally dispersed group who are leading the conservation effort on multiple fronts and who expertly bring strategy and action together. We work closely with internal teams and our external partners to deliver a representative, durable, effective, resilient, and inclusive 30% protection of the planet. We're looking for an individual with a passion for the mission of The Nature Conservancy, to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends, and who will enhance our ability to reach our 2030 goals.
We are looking for a conservation finance specialist with project manager skills who is comfortable working at a global level on large and complex projects within a matrixed organization, ideally with familiarity and experience working with CTFs. You would be part of a dedicated global team working on efforts to impact conservation throughout the world!
Nature · Worldwide