Project Manager, GCF Funding Proposal Development

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy (TNC)’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 includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or on Glassdoor.

Our 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. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Project Manager, GCF Funding Proposal Development, is responsible for project management and coordination of the development of a Funding Proposal to the Green Climate Fund (GCF) for the project titled Climate Resilient Enduring Earth for Botswana and Guatemala (CREE-BG). The Project Manager is part of TNC’s Project Finance for Permanence (PFP) team within the Global Protect Oceans, Lands, and Waters program and will report to the Project Lead.

The GCF has recently approved Project Preparation Facility (PPF) funding to TNC (as the Accredited Entity) to develop a Funding Proposal for the CREE-BG project. CREE-BG will promote integrated and climate-resilient management of Protected and Conserved Areas (PCAs) and adjacent landscapes in Botswana and Guatemala through a paradigm shift in financing, governance, and livelihood approaches. The project will be developed and implemented in close coordination with national agencies responsible for protected areas, environment, forestry, climate change, community development and finance alongside local governments, civil society and Indigenous organizations, community-based organizations, local communities, non-governmental organizations and private sector actors.

The Project Manager will be responsible for managing and executing TNC’s PPF workplan and budget to support the successful development and submission of the CREE-BG Funding Proposal package to the GCF. This involves coordination across TNC teams, executing entities, implementing partners, government agencies, consultants, and other stakeholders necessary for completion of the Funding Proposal including feasibility studies, gender analysis, environmental and social safeguards, institutional arrangements, detailed budget development and other PPF activities. The Project Manager will also be responsible for helping the team to ensure TNC and GCF requirements and standards are met for all deliverables.

This is a 15-month term-limited position contingent on TNC and GCF signing a PPF grant agreement, with the possibility of an extension. The preferred start date for this position would be February 2nd, 2026. This is a remote position, and location is flexible within countries where TNC is a registered NGO with an established office. No relocation or immigration assistance is offered with this position. This position requires working significantly across multiple time zones and may require travel of 30% or more.

We’re Looking for You:

Want to help save the planet? Through the efforts of Global Protect Oceans, Lands, and Waters program, we are directly contributing to meeting TNC’s ambitious 2030 Goals to protect the lands and waters on which all life depends. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining a leading conservation organization!

The Project Manager will bring a collaborative approach to GCF Funding Proposal development, building strong partnerships and a continuous learning environment. They will coordinate with the Project Lead, TNC teams, partners, and other stakeholders to ensure the Funding Proposal team meets stated targets on time and on budget. The Project Manager will support the team in maintaining strong relationships with partners, governments, private sector, and other stakeholders. They will have a strong understanding of project development for large public funding projects (ideally over USD 20 million), including GCF requirements and standards.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead project management and coordination on behalf of TNC in the development of the Funding Proposal by developing and maintaining PPF workplan and detailed task schedule

• Organize and manage coordination and communication processes for Funding Proposal development, including weekly team calls, consultant check-ins, working groups management, writing sessions, review of deliverables, feedback consolidation, TNC internal approvals, and other processes as needed.

• Manage the Funding Proposal workplan to support global and national technical leads with completion of all Funding Proposal sections and annexes on time and on budget.

• With oversight from Project Lead and in collaboration with Finance & Operations team members at both country and global level, manage project budget, prepare forecasts as needed, advise on coding, and monitor co-finance contributions.

• Coordinate with TNC technical teams, partners, and consultants to ensure necessary consultations and meetings are organized with government, communities, and other partners.

• Coordinate with TNC technical teams, partners, and consultants to support the provision of local information as needed and available, such as reports and data sources, for development of the Funding Proposal and annexes (e.g., feasibility studies, market and investment analysis, etc.).

• Coordinate with TNC technical and operational teams to support completion of necessary due diligence for project Executing Entities and implementing partners following all GCF and TNC requirements.

• Support management of consultant contracts including preparing terms of reference, monitoring progress on deliverables, coordinating payments, and managing any adjustments as necessary.

• Organize and maintain all documents related to Funding Proposal development in a centralized document repository, including for collaboration, file sharing, and record keeping.

• Demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information
• Ensure programmatic commitments, Conservancy policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance; decisions may bind the organization financially or legally.
• May manage or participate in complex negotiations.

• Other duties as assigned by the Project Lead for the success of the funding proposal development.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination.

• 2 years of project management experience or 1 year acting as a project lead;
• Completed coursework or other training on project management principles;
• Experience in managing and tracking multiple projects;
• Experience using project management techniques and tools.

• Experience managing and coordinating complex projects with multidisciplinary teams and partners.

• Experience developing large public funding projects (over USD 10 million).

• Multi-cultural or cross-cultural facilitation experience

• Working proficiency in English and Spanish.

• Ability to work across multiple time zones, including Botswana, Guatemala, and Washington, DC.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with GCF project development preferred; candidates with multilateral/bilateral climate finance experience (e.g., GEF, Adaptation Fund, World Bank) will be strongly considered

• Experience with climate, conservation practice, natural resource management, or related field.

• Familiarity with project country contexts including climate conditions and risks, related policies, and key stakeholders.

• Experience managing complex budgets and vendor contracts.

• Excellent organizational, communication, synthesis, and proofreading skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other related technology to achieve desired results.

· Candidates located in or near Botswana or Guatemala preferred.

What We Bring:

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!

This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.

Our Competencies:

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 cultures. 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 orientations, gender identities, 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.

This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, taking into consideration legal restrictions, such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times. For U.S. based applicants only, the starting pay range for this position is generally within the range of $75,000 – $100,000 for annual base salary and is based on location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency, the pay range will be based on the local labor market, and not tied to the above pay range. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and used to determine your actual pay range. Additionally, for all applicants, actual pay will fall within a range based on a variety of factors including, for example, the candidate’s qualifications, specific skills, and experience.

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 a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of 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.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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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.