Job ID: 54333
Location: China
Full/Part Time:
Regular/Temporary: Regular
OFFICE LOCATION
Beijing, China
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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.
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.”
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Science Deputy Director provides technical and scientific support and leadership for conservation initiatives in Conservation by Design (CbD), other conservation activities and monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL). They may supervise and manage staff members.
The Science Deputy Director is responsible for the collection and synthesis of necessary ecological and socio-economic information to guide evidence-based conservation planning, implementation, and impact monitoring & evaluation. The position holder designs and conducts scientific research projects, collect and analyzes data, writes reports and publish papers, and develops proposals in order to develop, manage and oversee programs within a conservation or business unit. Also synthesizes best practices and knowledge products from conservation initiatives, as well as provides capacity building activities for both internal staff and external partners. They must work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU
If you have experience designing & managing conservation related research projects, synthesizing scientific data, preparing reports, publishing scientific papers, establishing & managing extensive partnerships, and strong communication skills & teamwork spirit – look no further! The Nature Conservancy may be the place for you. We’re looking for someone who can provide leadership for evidence-based conservation initiatives. Apply today and find a career where you can find meaning and purpose.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Master’s Degree in science related field and 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience managing staff, project, workloads and finances under deadlines.
- Experience synthesizing, interpreting and communicating scientific information.
- Experience preparing reports of findings.
- Record of peer reviewed publications in scientific journals.
- Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctor Degree with 3-5 working experiences in biodiversity conservation, natural climate solution, and/or nature resource management related areas.
- Demonstrated experiences in systematic conservation planning, and/or monitoring, evaluation and learning for conservation initiatives.
- Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including staffing, workloads and finances under pressures.
- Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
- Experience collecting, manipulating, synthesizing, interpreting and communicating scientific information.
- Excellent ability in strategic thinking and concept formulation.
- Experiences in designing and delivering training courses.
- Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills to diverse internal and external audiences.
- Physical ability to perform filed work.
- Ability to prioritize multi tasks and meet deadlines.
- Ability to travel frequently and work in isolated environment.
- Multi-language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
- Strong knowledge of common software applications.
- Proven negotiation skills.
- Attention to detail.
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 54333, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. 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.
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.
An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.
Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.
