What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at The Nature Conservancy?
OFFICE LOCATION
Honiara, Solomon Islands.
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 Solomon Islands Program Manager develops, manages, and advances The Nature Conservancy’s terrestrial conservation program across Solomon Islands. The role brings scientific and technical capacity in the field of terrestrial environmental conservation to identify and address high priority threats to terrestrial ecosystems, and develops innovative scientific methods, tools, and frameworks – including nature-based solutions (NbS) such as carbon markets – to address the natural system needs. They build relationships with local communities and develop and maintain partnerships with stakeholders to conserve and protect natural ecosystems in a complex and dynamic environment.
This is intended to be a full-time, fixed term (three year) position, with the possibility for extension subject to funding and meeting project outcomes. The position reports to the Solomon Islands Country Director and is based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
The Program Manager works within the Solomon Islands Conservation Leadership Team to deliver impactful terrestrial conservation under The Nature Conservancy Solomon Islands Strategic Plan. They use the best available information to prioritise terrestrial ecosystems for protection, including through facilitation of Ridges to Reefs conservation planning. They collaborate with local, regional, and global teams within The Nature Conservancy to design and implement conservation projects across these priority ecosystems in close partnership with government agencies, major institutions, community-based organisations, and landowners. The Program Manager manages projects employing nature-based solutions (NbS) including carbon feasibility and design in Solomon Islands.
Essential Functions
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.
APPLY NOW
To apply for job ID 55326, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ . 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.
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.
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.
Honiara, Solomon Islands.
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 Solomon Islands Program Manager develops, manages, and advances The Nature Conservancy’s terrestrial conservation program across Solomon Islands. The role brings scientific and technical capacity in the field of terrestrial environmental conservation to identify and address high priority threats to terrestrial ecosystems, and develops innovative scientific methods, tools, and frameworks – including nature-based solutions (NbS) such as carbon markets – to address the natural system needs. They build relationships with local communities and develop and maintain partnerships with stakeholders to conserve and protect natural ecosystems in a complex and dynamic environment.
This is intended to be a full-time, fixed term (three year) position, with the possibility for extension subject to funding and meeting project outcomes. The position reports to the Solomon Islands Country Director and is based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
The Program Manager works within the Solomon Islands Conservation Leadership Team to deliver impactful terrestrial conservation under The Nature Conservancy Solomon Islands Strategic Plan. They use the best available information to prioritise terrestrial ecosystems for protection, including through facilitation of Ridges to Reefs conservation planning. They collaborate with local, regional, and global teams within The Nature Conservancy to design and implement conservation projects across these priority ecosystems in close partnership with government agencies, major institutions, community-based organisations, and landowners. The Program Manager manages projects employing nature-based solutions (NbS) including carbon feasibility and design in Solomon Islands.
Essential Functions
- Works within the Solomon Islands Leadership Team to design and implement diverse projects, encompassing multiple programs of work to meet The Nature Conservancy Solomon Islands Strategic Plan.
- Coordinate the implementation of complex terrestrial conservation projects, including projects employing nature-based solutions (NbS).
- In partnership with regional and global colleagues, manage a project team to undertake feasibility assessment for a potential carbon project including:
- Science & Methodology: define project boundary; identify applicable methodologies, design and implement sampling plan for baseline and carbon abatement potential
- Project Governance: coordinate consultation process with local communities and provincial and national government in target project area to identify options for project governance structure
- Policy Analysis: work with Solomon Islands Government to review, and advance regulatory environment for development of carbon projects in Solomon Islands
- Works with TNC Gender and Equity team to ensure that Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) are central during all stages of the project cycle.
- Develop and maintain close partnerships with key local stakeholders to accomplish program 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.
- Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
- Under minimal supervision, makes independent decisions based on analysis, experience and context.
- May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
- May involve domestic and international travel of 30% or more.
- BA/BS degree and 5 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of climate mitigation and adaptation issues.
- Experience incorporating Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) into project design and implementation.
- Experience collecting and interpreting scientific data and other information to inform conservation and climate change mitigation decision making.
- Experience working with partners such as government agencies, non-profits, and the corporate sector.
- Proficient in written, spoken, and graphical communication in English and Solomon Islands Pidgin. Experienced in report preparation and negotiation of complex agreements.
- Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated – particularly in Solomon Islands languages and cultures
- 5 years’ experience in conservation practice or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to explain conservation practices to technical and non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated experience influencing, developing, and implementing conservation policy and plans.
- Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
- Demonstrated experience in fundraising.
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.
APPLY NOW
To apply for job ID 55326, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ . 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.
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.
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.
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