Biodiversity Credits Program Director – 55647

OFFICE LOCATION

Arlington, Virginia, USA

The location for this position is flexible within the United States. This position is not eligible for relocation or immigration assistance.

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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 worlds toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a [commitment to diversity](https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/diversity-and-inclusion/){rel=”nofollow”} 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](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-o5jtJniubZjnNuR4zpvmTBaiC-ZiSbJ){rel=”nofollow”} to hear stories from staff or visit [Glassdoor](https://www.glassdoor.co.in/Overview/Working-at-The-Nature-Conservancy-EIIE14686.11,33.htm){rel=”nofollow”}.

One of TNCs 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 well 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 – wed love to hear from you.

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Nature Conservancy believes that biodiversity credits can provide a good opportunity to advance our mission. Over the next several years, with support from the Attwood family foundation, TNC and our partners will design and test the application of biodiversity credits in the Northwestern United States and at least one other geography globally. This effort will also research whether apex predators can be incorporated successfully into a biodiversity credit framework. Based on the trials and research, this program will work closely with science, policy and impact finance and markets to influence the regulatory framework for biodiversity credits globally.

The Attwood Family Foundation has provided a multi-year commitment to develop this program and TNC is looking for a leader to manage and coordinate the project deliverables. The Program Director will manage to the outcomes of the Attwood Grant. Deploying formal project management approaches, they will oversee project teams of colleagues and partners around the globe and work collaboratively to deploy and scale biodiversity credit solutions to achieve our mission. Under the supervision of and working closely with the Director of Conservation Programs, Policy, Western Division Director, and the Director of Impact Finance and Markets, they will be responsible for building strong internal Conservancy partnerships to ensure the timely execution of the program globally across multiple programs and business units.

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Project Management
The Program Director will orchestrate the work of the core team and coordinate closely with other appropriate internal and external teams. They are ultimately responsible for the entire programs progress by overseeing implementation of project plans (goals, deliverables, scope, timeline, method). They will build strong working relationships with colleagues across all working teams and drive accountability so that the projects are completed on scope, on time, and on budget. The Program Director will bring a systems thinking approach to creative pr