Project Manager, North American Indigenous Right Relations Team

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.

One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s degree and 6 years of related experience or equivalent combination, including lived and professional experiences in Indigenous studies, conservation practice, project management, and/or natural resource management

Experience leading complex projects or strategic initiatives in an unstructured environment.

Experience researching, critically analyzing, and evaluating information from divergent sources and compiling it into cohesive reports and recommendations for strategy and action.

Experience working with Indigenous Peoples or in other multicultural/multidisciplinary contexts

Experience writing and editing promotional and informational material.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with Indigenous Peoples or in other multicultural/multidisciplinary contexts

Familiarity and knowledge of the histories, cultures, rights, and policies related to the Indigenous Peoples of North America

Experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion and its application to conservation design, implementation and outcomes

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Ability to develop and drive new ideas and approaches

The IRR Project Manager is responsible for the coordination, oversight, and implementation of large and complex initiatives, processes, and projects. They have lived experience working in Indigenous communities or in close collaboration with Indigenous partners. They exercise independent judgment to identify, communicate, and solve problems and are comfortable making decisions and interacting with leadership across all levels of the organization. They develop project plans, establish team structures, facilitate meetings, manage timelines, clarify roles, and ensure accountability. The IRR Project Manager demonstrates sensitivity in handling confidential information and may engage in issue resolution and conflict management to collaboratively solve complex problems. They model the work of right relations, creating safe spaces for co-creation, learning, and change.

The IRR Project Manager engages in work across the program’s many priorities, including increasing Indigenous ownership, use, and access to lands and waters and supporting Indigenous-led conservation. Working closely with the IRR team, they navigate interdependencies and ensure alignment of activities across the program’s strategic pillars. They work across a highly matrixed and decentralized organization to foster and maintain collaboration and communication. To support effective project management, they develop expertise around right relations and the IRR program’s strategic focus areas. The IRR Project Manager’s work is diversified and may not always fall under established projects, processes, or systems.

$65,500 – $98,000 annually