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 Can Achieve Together:

The Adaptation Program Coordinator provides technical climate adaptation knowledge, project coordination, learning and communications support to achieve the goals of the Global Adaptation Team strategy. The Adaptation Program Coordinator assists in the management and implementation of the climate adaptation global climate adaptation strategy, especially contributing to projects and initiatives central to the team’s mission. They provide expertise and support on the topics of climate adaptation at different levels: from policy at global levels, to local and landscape-wide projects; contribute to making our adaptation work equitable and just; undertake or support research initiatives; manage the Adaptation Community of Practice and support learning and knowledge management initiatives; develop technical reports, summaries, and presentations. They will also provide support for financial reports development; organization of events, field trips, workshops and project meetings. They will collaborate with their colleagues on the Global Adaptation team to develop fundraising proposals. They will work to develop and collaborate with a network of TNC field colleagues to support the adoption of climate adaptation strategies throughout the organization. 

We’re Looking for You:

We’re looking for someone with strong collaborative capacities to work with multi-disciplinary teams, also supporting different regional, national and local levels to develop climate adaptation strategies.  The ideal candidate should have exceptional program and project coordination skills, and experience in design, planning and implementing climate adaptation projects and initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of helping people on the frontline of climate change, by coordinating the work of our Global Adaptation Team. The Program Coordinator will report to the Adaptation Strategies Lead. Requires willingness and ability to travel up to 20% both domestically and internationally.   

This is a two-year funded position with the possibility for extension based on deliverables and funding.

The location for this position is flexible within countries where The Nature Conservancy has an established office (see here). This position is not eligible for relocation, immigration assistance or sponsorship.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Climate Change, or related field and 3 years of experience in climate adaptation or equivalent combination.
• Relevant work experience in the Global South, ideally in Latin America.
• Experience supporting complex projects and strategic initiatives in an unstructured environment.
• Experience working with aspects of equity and justice in the context of climate adaptation Analytical and project management experience.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Experience in working in an agile and changing environment.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience are appreciated.
• Master’s in Climate Adaptation, Resilience, Environmental Science, Social Development, or related field.
• Self-starter with ability to generate work plans with limited support in line with the overall conservation strategies.
• Experience contributing to business plans or major strategy assessments.
• Willingness to learn and develop expertise in new conservation strategies, economic drivers, management tools, and global affairs.
• Strong team player who can build relationships and work collaboratively across the organization and with partners.

What We Bring:

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!