Description

Ubicación:

Guayaquil, Ecuador

Employees are required to be physically located in the Guayaquil during their employment with TNC. Candidates from other locations are encouraged to apply; however, TNC will not cover relocation costs if you accept an offer made by TNC for this position.

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Coastal Marine Project Manager (CMPM) develops, manages and advances conservation programs, plans and methods for small to medium scale coastal marine geographic areas in Ecuador. The CMPM provides technical leadership and support to the Ecuador business unit and plans and directs preserve management programs and stewardship in the coastal marine region related to mangrove conservation, large scale and artisanal fisheries and aquaculture. The CMPM 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 CMPM 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 CMPM coordinates community support, ensures the maintenance of preserve areas and coordinates multiple projects, sets deadlines and manages completion. May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances

We’re Looking for You:

We are seeking a committed, resilient and motivated professional passionate about coastal marine conservation with a strong background in environmental science, coastal ecosystem conservation, fisheries, aquaculture or related fields. The ideal candidate will have experience in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, build strategic relationships and the implementation of conservation and sustainable practices projects in the marine coastal area. She/he should have experience working with communities and institutional stakeholders in marine coastal ecosystems, with an emphasis on mangroves, industrial and artisanal fisheries, and aquaculture (particularly in sustainable low-carbon shrimp production practices). You will work in diverse conditions, including remote locations and challenging terrains, to support the conservation and sustainable practices in the Ecuadorian marine coastal area.

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 a passionate, motivated problem-solver.

If you are committed to conservation, have a collaborative spirit, and are eager to contribute to the sustainable development of coastal communities, we encourage you to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Acts as Project Manager for the Coastal Marine Strategy’s assigned projects, which involves implement specific projects, monitor budgets and operative activities on the ground.
• Supports the Coordination of Ecuador’s Marine Coastal Strategy in the technical and financial planning of the Strategy, providing advice, generating and sharing technical and financial information related to the projects under her/his responsibility to accomplish TNC 2030 goals.
• Contributes to the development of proposals for Ecuador’s conservation program, with an emphasis on the marine-coastal area.
• Supports the development of conservation and restoration strategies for coastal-marine ecosystems linked to sustainable large and artisanal scale fisheries and aquaculture.
• Promotes alliances and coordinate with national, regional (LAR) and global TNC teams such as Tackle Climate Change, Large Scale Fisheries, Global Aquaculture Program, Humboldt Current, among others.
• Promotes alliances and coordinate with local stakeholders and community organizations in order to advance project objectives and leverage efforts.
• Establishes and implement methodologies and procedures to track the accomplishment of TNC 2030 goals, related to the coastal marine projects in execution.
• Performs tasks with minimal supervision and makes independent decisions based on analysis, experience, and context.
• Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
• Implements field actions in coordination with public officials and community groups in the coastal-marine ecosystems; supervise contractors or staff.
• Plan and facilitate the organization of meetings and workshops necessary for the implementation of their duties.
• Participate in and represent TNC at events (presentation and positioning meetings, seminars, workshops, symposiums) related to marine-coastal issues.

What You’ll Bring:

• BA/BS degree in natural resource management, marine biology, environmental sciences, fisheries engineering, aquaculture or related fields.

• At least 5 years’ experience in coastal marine conservation and management, large scale and artisanal fisheries, aquaculture or other related areas.
• Experience in relations with key stakeholders (communities, local governments, non-governmental organizations, government agencies, universities).
• Experience researching, critically analyzing, and evaluating information from diverse sources and compiling it into cohesive reports and recommendations for strategy and action.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English.
• Experiences in training and work with local communities
• Experience managing complex or multiple projects.
• Experience using applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Web Browsers.           

 Desired Requirement

• Ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
• Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives, and managing performance.

Job Family:  Conservation

Internal Job Code:  450005

Salary Grade: 6

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or on Glassdoor. 

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

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 a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including 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. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

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

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.

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