Conservation Specialist

**OFFICE LOCATION**:
Puerto Montt, Chile

**Se requiere que los empleados estén físicamente ubicados en la** **Región de Los Lagos o Región de los Rios**.** durante el tiempo de empleo con TNC.**

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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 world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity 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 to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

**WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER**:
The Conservation Specialist provides technical leadership and support to a business unit and plans and directs preserve management programs and stewardship on Chile Med and Patagonia. The Conservation Specialist develop project plans, budgets, metrics and schedules with input and buy-in from key stakeholders and team members. Will critically assess project scope and objectives, ensuring all risks and dependencies are addressed in the project plan in order to deliver successful project results that support the fulfilment of the objectives. Addresses critical threats to natural systems and individual species, fosters cross-site learning among conservation community, and supplies conservation planning teams with site or landscape level information relevant to the planning process. The Conservation Specialist develops and implements conservation strategies and employs a full range of protection tools to acquire varying degrees of legal interest in land and implements a variety of strategies to secure public and private support for TNC conservation priorities. The Conservation Specialist coordinates community support, ensures the maintenance of preserve areas frequented by the visiting public and coordinates multiple projects, sets deadlines and managing completion.

**Type of contract: Fixed-term for one year, with the possibility of extending to two years.**

**WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU**:

- If you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join our Business Unit as the Conservation Specialist.
Reporting to the Protect Land and Water Lead, this position will need to:

- Coordinate the work of cross-functional teams towards a desired outcome and different projects.
- Throughout the project lifecycle, will monitor and measure project progress, conduct corrective action as necessary, communicate project status information to all stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance of peatland projects with internal policies and external requirements.
- Manage project budgets and assist with budget development related to strategic projects.
- Manage and implement multiple complex projects, including managing project teams, setting deadlines, and ensuring accountability.
- May manage or participate in complex negotiations;
- May supervise one or more administrative or professional staff, including training and professional development.
- Manage contracts, monitor outcomes, and prepare reports to ensure project alignment with organizational goals.
- Perform tasks with mínimal supervision and make independent decisions based on analysis, experience, and context.
- Support in development and co-create the design and implementation of the Land and Water Protection strategy for Chile, especially in Iconic Place Mediterranean, and Iconic Place Patagonia which takes advantage of TNC's strengths, supports the work of our partners, aligns with TNC's Shared Conservation Agenda and definitions for iconic landscapes in Chile.
- Support the restoration and conservation projects carried out by TNC in each of the Iconic Places (Mediterranean and Patagonia).
- Support in the protection and restoration projects of wetlands, peatlands, and other water bodies across TNC projects.
- Strengthen TNC´s partnerships with stakeholders to advance shared conservation goals.
- Provide technical support in the development of proposals for obtaining resources and internal alignment to help advance the program.
- Provide technical support for the development of innovative (financial) mechanisms for conservation using national contexts and international experiences.
- Domestic travel may be required frequently to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.

**WHAT YOU'LL BRING**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources Engineering, Forestry Engineering, Veterinary Science or a related field, with at least 5 years’ experience in natural resource management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of 2 years working with peatland projects and community related
- Experience in gender-focused projects that promote inclusivity, equity,