The Nature Conservancy · 1 hour ago
NA Ag Water Policy Accelerator Program Director
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$97K/yr - $130K/yr
7+ years expThe Nature Conservancy is a leading environmental organization focused on protecting the lands and waters upon which all life depends. They are seeking a Water Policy Accelerator Program Director to manage and scale the impact of the Water Policy Accelerator, overseeing team operations, developing new products and services, and fostering key partnerships to achieve conservation outcomes.
Environmental ConsultingNatural ResourcesNon ProfitWaterWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Design and lead collaborative, complex, and diversified projects, coordinating the work of other professionals, managing budget, and ensuring accountability
Work proactively towards implementing organizational and departmental strategic goals
Direct or participate in negotiations for complex, high profile or sensitive agreements
Ensure compliance with TNC policies and procedures and external (donor/legal/IRS) requirements; decisions may have organization-wide impact and bind the organization financially or legally
Facilitate strategic dialogues with senior-level stakeholders, in order to articulate a vision, synthesize and vet plan of action, identify key issues, develop potential solutions, and implement plans to deliver targeted outcomes
Lead new programs/initiatives that will ensure program and organization-wide goals and strategies are achieved
Maintain confidentiality of frequently sensitive and emotionally charged information
Manage and implement strategic initiatives with broad impact by collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance overall performance in accordance with short and long-term objectives
Act independently and resolve complex issues within scope
May develop and administer budget, evaluate results, and develop corrective strategies, as needed
Supervise one or more administrative or professional staff, including training, professional development, establishing clear directions, setting 'stretch' objectives, and overseeing execution of day-to-day work
Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain
Travel expectations are approximately 25% of the time and may vary from external conferences, team retreats, and strategy planning with state chapters
Work hours may vary to coordinate with staff in multiple time zones
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 7 years related experience; or equivalent combination, including 2 years in process management
Experience developing and managing multiple cross-functional projects
Experience with current and evolving technology and tools related to business process management
Experience with organizational change management principles and techniques
Experience working with cross-functional teams across multiple organizational levels
Experience, coursework, or other training in principles, practices, and procedures of relevant field
Benefits
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
Company
The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy is a non-profit conservation organization that works to protect terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (15)
2024 (24)
2023 (14)
2022 (18)
2021 (13)
2020 (12)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$120.09MKey Investors
Global Affairs CanadaBezos Earth FundNFWF
2025-11-17Grant· $7.94M
2025-10-23Grant
2025-06-09Grant
Leadership Team
Jennifer Morris
Chief Executive Officer
Matt Merrifield
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2025-12-03
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