Implementation Director, Nature Bonds – 55670

OFFICE LOCATION

United States of America

#Li-Remote

The location for this position is negotiable within countries where there is an existing TNC office. No relocation or immigration assistance is offered with this position. Project work mostly in EST-AST timezones. Require willingness and ability for domestic and international travel up to 40%. #PDN #LI-DC1

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. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “youll join for the mission, and youll stay for the people.”

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Implementation Director, Nature Bonds, is responsible for leading, tracking and the compliance of the Nature Bonds portfolio under implementation, by driving projects to achieve conservation outcomes. The Nature Bonds program is a key global strategy and the Implementation Director leads the management and compliance of a dynamic portfolio of projects post-financial close, including current projects in Seychelles, Belize, Barbados and Gabon.

Responsibilities include:

– Serve a key liaison for the Nature Bonds projects under implementation between global and field teams, as well as external actors, including government agencies, Conservation Trust Funds, NGOs, and other groups, as applicable.
– Manage, monitor, document, assess, and report the implementation of the Nature Bonds post-financial close portfolio, including the contribution to organizational conservation goals and assessing and mitigating potential risks.
– Drive the implementation of the Nature Bonds post-financial close portfolio by making key decisions related to budget, reporting, and communications; driving key processes and producing key deliverables for the compliance of the Project Agreements.
– Escalate any issues that demand higher-level decision-making or could result on a potential risk.
– Contribute to impact reporting through Monitoring Evaluation and Learning systems.
– Contribute to TNC communications, marketing, and philanthropy on issues related to Nature Bonds project implementation and help ensure that TNCs internal and external communications accurately reflect progress and achievements.

WERE LOOKING FOR YOU

By joining our Nature Bonds Program 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 ded