Location: Santiago, Chile

Contract Type: Short-term contract

YOUR POSITION WITH TNC

The Conservation Practitioner develops, manages and advances conservation programs, plans and methods for large-scale geographic areas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Conservation Practitioner provides technical leadership and support to a business unit or Ocean Division by planning, directing and implementing preserve management programs and stewardship. They address critical ocean threats to natural systems and individual species, fosters cross-site learning among an international conservation community, and supplies conservation planning teams (formerly called “eco regional” planning teams) with site or ocean large scale geographic areas information relevant to the planning process. They develop and implement conservation strategies, employ a full range of protection tools to acquire varying degrees of legal interest in ocean and implement a variety of strategies to secure public and private support for TNC conservation priorities. They coordinate community, and others key stakeholders support in ocean conservation and marine management resources programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Support and facilitate the development of multidisciplinary teams, contributing to staff training, mentoring, performance feedback, and professional growth opportunities as needed.
• Track project implementation, budgets, HUB milestones and deliverables, and MEL (Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning) plans to support adaptive management, performance assessment, and reporting; prepare and review technical and financial reports; support financial forecasting; and
• Contribute directly to donor proposals, work plans, and internal and external reporting.
• Gain cooperation from outside parties 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, marine science, environmental studies, conservation, or similar field and 5 years’ experience in natural resource management or related field required.
• Experience working with fisheries management, marine science and/or marine conservation.
• Knowledge of current political and socioeconomic trends and practices that affect the marine environment in Chile, particularly fisheries, and ability to work at the nexus of science and policy.
• Ability and willingness to apply science to decision-making and guide activities.
• Experience in working with a broad variety of stakeholders related to the marine environment, including government officials, fishing communities, academia, NGO’s, others in Chile.
• Experience completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
• Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, web browsers, etc.
• Fluent with communication via written, spoken and graphical means in English and Spanish
• Experience negotiating agreements.
• Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally.
• Possession of a valid Chilean Class B driver's license

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit the Auto Safety information page. Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

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Who We Are:

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.”

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 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.

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.

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 with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.