Palau Conservation Coordinator

OFFICE LOCATION

Koror, Palau

The Palau Conservation Coordinator will be based in TNC’s Koror office. The role will require domestic and international travel of approximately 25% - 50% of the time.

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.

What We Can Achieve Together

The Palau Conservation Coordinator supports conservation activities in Palau, a country that is within the geographic area of TNC’s Micronesia & Polynesia Chapter. The Conservation Coordinator provides administrative, research, project management and other general assistance to program staff working toward the achievement of protection, conservation or stewardship goals within Palau.

The Conservation Coordinator manages conservation data, participates in conservation planning, develops project packages, and maintains project records. This includes collecting, assembling and analyzing various types of data, in the field or through document surveys, and assisting in the production of reports. Work will be conducted in both the field and in an office setting. Working closely with communities and other partners, the Conservation Coordinator will plan and conduct meetings, activities and events and will also create outreach & training materials. The role is subject to ongoing funding and is initially a three-year fixed term role.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate, collaborative and a motivated problem-solver. Our team in Micronesia and Polynesia is dedicated to a collaborative and inclusive conservation approach … Join us!

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resources management or related field and 2 years of related work experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects.
• Experience handling standard business communications.
• Fluent in English and Palauan.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in Palau and/or other Pacific Islands.
• Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• 2-4 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to complete tasks independently within assigned time frames.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, with assignments sometimes coming from a number of sources and work independently.
• Ability to coordinate project information from a number of sources to populate databases, create reports and produce manual files.
• Experience utilizing databases for data entry and report production preferred.
• Strong administrative skills including attention to detail and numerical ability.
• Ability to plan, administer and record results of work-team meetings and activities.

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 competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 56305, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 1:59 PM Palau Time on Thurs, March 20. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

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 culture. 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 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.

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.