| Description |
| | | | The Nature Conservancy is the world’s leading conservation organization, working in all 50 states and more than 33 countries. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive. | | | POSITION SUMMARY | | | • BA/BS degree and 10-12 years experience in conservation practice, including working at a senior level
• Extensive management experience including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and manage performance of a large multi-disciplinary team. Delegates responsibility and authority to staff and clearly defines expectations. Keeps staff informed and expresses appreciation
• Demonstrated experience influencing, developing and implementing conservation policy and plans at the state and/or country level
• Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in conservation, government relations, fund raising and non-profit management.
• Developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes
• Knowledge of methods and standards of biodiversity information systems and initiatives and experience conceiving and implementing strategic initiatives.
• Motivating team members, setting goals and leading efforts
• Delivering practical, adaptable products and services to customers
• Knowledge of politics and society with respect to environmental affairs
• Managing time and diverse activities under deadlines while delivering quality results
• Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages
• Successful experience in developing, directing and managing multiple projects.
• Demonstrated success as an inspirational manager who has successfully motivated staff to achieve and sustain excellence.
• Demonstrated leadership and visionary qualities and able to work effectively with and through others in a decentralized and geographically dispersed organization.
• Successful experience in partnership development (partners, community, government, etc) including extensive networking with high-level conservation contacts;
• Ability to foster an environment of creativity and professional growth. | | | ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS | | | This position oversees the Chapter’s conservation programs (including science, stewardship and protection) and regional landscape-scale conservation projects. He/she is responsible for the development and implementation of the Chapter’s strategic initiatives, including cross-border and regional collaborations, threat-based and system-based initiatives; and building the necessary business systems that support the chapter’s conservation operations and ultimately assure the building of an enduring institution. He/she is responsible for being one of the primary leaders in partnership with the Executive Director and management team in the chapter for making the Georgia program one of the most effective, well-managed, innovative, and results-oriented programs within The Nature Conservancy.
The Director of Conservation leads conservation science, grant management conservation project management and must cultivate cooperative working partnerships with non-profit organizations, government agencies, universities, corporations and foundations as a means of developing high-leverage public and private sector partnerships and other relationships necessary for conservation success.
S/He develops and implements short-and long-range conservation objectives and strategic plans for the chapter, its various programs, and individuals. He/she leads and manages a team including stewardship and field office staff working to accomplish these objectives and ensures that the Chapter’s programs have the capacity, skills, and professional growth to effectively protect priority ecoregions and community conservation sites in the state. The Director of Conservation maintains financial oversight of conservation-related programs and works with the Georgia Director of Operations, the Director of Philanthropy and the Director of Government Relations to develop and implement financial strategies to improve the overall financial health of the Chapter. Along with the Executive Director and Government Relations Director, the Director of Conservation represents the Chapter in policy, legislative and other public and private forums. S/He is responsible for managing close relationships with the board of trustees and the Conservation Chair and effectively communicating to this important audience. | | | BASIC QUALIFICATIONS | | | • BA/BS degree and 10 years experience in conservation practice.
• Experience with certain aspects of fundraising: identifying donor prospects and donor cultivation.
• Experience directing a major program of strategic importance, including management/supervision of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience working with current trends and practices in relevant discipline(s) and regions.
• Experience in partnership development (partners, community, government, etc.); experience with high-level conservation contacts. | | | BENEFITS | | | The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond. |
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