What We Can Achieve Together:

The Global Conservation Strategy Analyst II supports the development and implementation of a key global strategy at TNC. They may take the lead on development and implementation of one or more strategies. The Analyst II supports global strategy leadership by assisting with and/or managing priority projects and serves as a technical resource on the relevant global strategy and/or project(s). They liaise with other TNC staff, notably field colleagues, as well as external actors as applicable, to help drive the implementation of the global strategy and associated projects in the places where TNC works. They track and/or assess corporate practices, governmental policies and decisions, or the practices or views of other stakeholders concerning the strategy or priority project and their potential impact on organizational conservation goals. They may advise TNC communications, marketing, and philanthropy staff on global strategy, priority project(s), and related matters. May involve domestic and international travel of 25% or more. This is a 2-year, limited-term position with the possibility of extension based on additional funding and deliverables.

We’re Looking for You:

The Specialist provides technical support across The Nature Conservancy’s global forest-related NCS portfolio. This crosscutting role supports the Global NCS team in advancing the science, tools, methodologies, and enabling conditions needed to scale forest-based NCS interventions globally.

With a strong emphasis on quantification of forest resources in the context of restoration, management, and avoided deforestation, the Specialist contributes to program development and implementation that supports the organization in meeting its internal 2030 goals. They serve as a technical resource and thought partner to global and regional teams, translating forest science into practice, building technical capacity, and fostering innovation across diverse geographies and contexts. They bring technical expertise and experience relevant to scoping, implementing, and monitoring NCS practices at local to global scales, including skills related to one or more of the following: NCS practice implementation, quantification of forest carbon, forest management, and carbon/ NCS accounting.

The role will primarily focus on implementation of TNC’s global reforestation and climate smart forestry (CSF) strategies, including, but not limited to: (i) supporting/leading innovative technical work that increase TNC’s portfolio of climate smart forestry, reforestation projects that demonstrate near-term impact and develop data/tools to clarify how forest management techniques contribute to climate mitigation; (ii) enable scaling of NCS forest pathways by developing evidence that supports forest sectoral change, influences policy at global and national scales, engages corporate and market interests, and expands opportunities for equitable NCS forest pathways implementation; (iii) support knowledge sharing both internally and externally, and builds technical capacity within TNC and among external partners to support implementation of robust, effective forest based NCS projects and (iv) continue to develop our understanding about the co-benefits of NCS forest based pathways including, but not limited to: resilience, water, people and biodiversity benefits. Projects will include a focus on ensuring equity, benefit sharing with relevant communities, and working alongside Indigenous and local communities whenever feasible.

This role requires a blend of forest technical and scientific expertise, experience in directly supporting field programs, strategic thinking, and collaborative leadership to ensure that forest NCS efforts are impactful, scalable, and responsive to global conservation priorities. Deliverables will be grounded in robust scientific evidence, aligned with global strategy, and positioned for transformative impact. Workstreams may include a mix of original research, tool building, interpretation and application of existing NCS forest work, and communication and outreach. The Specialist may lead on the development and implementation of one or more forest-focused strategies within TNC’s broader NCS agenda.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

Incorporates cross-disciplinary knowledge to connect technical work to forest NCS pathways, including restoration, climate-smart forestry, and avoided deforestation, to support program objectives and implementation, ensuring alignment with relevant global strategies and local needs.

Conduct or guide strategic technical analyses related to climate-smart forestry and/ or reforestation. This work will analyze and implement a wide range of potential outcomes and enabling conditions relevant to forest NCS. This may take place at different scales and across a range of required uncertainties. The focus of analyses and applications may include forest NCS tools, methodologies, and decision-support systems, integrating ecological, economic, and social dimensions.

· Adapt workflows and processes in response to evolving program priorities and external conditions. This work may include primary data collection and processing, statistical analysis and coding, science/technical interpretation, building tools for field application of science, or adapting any of these processes to the unique needs of on-the-ground NCS implementation.

· Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to co-develop applied research, pilot projects, and scalable models for forest NCS implementation.

· Advise on the integration of forest NCS practices into broader climate and biodiversity goals, including contributions to forest protection, regenerative economies, markets, finance, policy, and supply chain strategies.

· Support fundraising and donor engagement efforts, including development of technical content for proposals, reports, and communications focused on forest NCS.

· Provide training, mentorship, and capacity building to TNC staff and partners on forest NCS science, tools, and implementation strategies.

· Represent TNC in technical forums and working groups, sharing insights and contributing to the global dialogue on forest-based climate solutions.

· Makes strategic decisions based on analysis, experience, and context, contributing to the strategic global scaling of TNC’s forest NCS program.

· Develops reports, presentations, and assessments on relevant topics.

· Serves as a team leader for assigned projects; may require gaining cooperation of team over whom there is no direct supervisory authority.

· May lead or support the development of an avoided deforestation strategy, including identification of high-impact opportunities, intervention design, and monitoring frameworks.

· Works within a budget to complete projects, negotiates and contracts with vendors, and assists with budget development.

What You’ll Bring:

· Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resources, forestry, or related field and at least 4 years related experience, or equivalent combination.

· Experience leading complex forest-related projects or strategic initiatives in an unstructured environment.

· Experience in statistically analyzing data relevant to forest-based NCS using code-based tools, and applying learnings in collaboration with field-based teams.

· Experience with technical elements of forest NCS accounting, e.g., IFM, ARR, REDD. Experience may be in the context of carbon markets and/ or non-market NCS accounting.

· Experience researching, critically analyzing, and evaluating information from divergent sources, and synthesizing that information for applicability and decision making in the context of forest and natural resource management.

· Experience with communication and outreach related to forest conservation and climate solutions.

· Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary context, particularly in collaboration with Indigenous Peoples, Local Communities, forest science, policy, markets, and field implementation teams.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-lingual skills (especially French, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, or Bahasa) and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience are appreciated

• Master’s degree in environmental science, natural resources, forestry, or a related field.

• Critical analytical thinking and excellent English writing skills are essential.

• Experience working in different forest contexts, e.g., public/private ownerships, across different global regions, with a focus on different forest resources like carbon, timber, or biodiversity.

• Familiarity and knowledge related to business, governmental, and/or environmental policy and practices about the global strategy area of focus.

• Familiarity with fire management approaches and strategies.

• Ability to develop and drive new ideas and approaches.

• Ability to work well in a highly matrixed, decentralized, and collaborative organization. Possesses strong interpersonal skills and political savvy.

• Must be a team player.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet time-sensitive deadlines.

• Some project management skills are appreciated.

• NGO and/or corporate relations experience.

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• 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, well-being, 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 $65,200 – $103,800 for an 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 will not be 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.

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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.