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 Policy Manager plans, implements and coordinates programs to influence the outcomes of federal and state public policy initiatives to further the Conservancy’s mission. They maintain regular contact with state and federal elected and administrative officials and external partners on matters pertaining to administrative, legislative, and/or other policy action related to the mission of The Nature Conservancy.  They build and facilitate internal networks, coordinating meetings, agendas, and presentations.  The Policy Manager influences the outcome of policy initiatives at the national and state levels. They develop strategic partnerships with the Massachusetts Congressional delegation and state legislature, relevant agencies, conservation organizations, and other partners to advance the organization’s conservation agenda.  They work with an interdisciplinary team to advise on complex and strategic issues.  The Policy Manager liaises with TNC’s conservation staff, other external affairs staff, and TNC’s Operating Units to further conservation goals and strategy. 

We’re Looking for You:

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. We’re looking for someone with advocacy experience and exceptional communication and collaboration skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to the ongoing mission of The Nature Conservancy. Specific responsibilities include:

• Advocates for policy priorities, including, as relevant, tracking opportunities; providing testimony or public comment; building coalitions, communicating with partners and policymakers, conducting wholesale campaign and retail advocacy activities, and mobilizing action. Regularly communicates with internal staff about opportunities and needs.
• Develops strategic partnerships with relevant groups to influence legislation, regulations, program development, planning or other actions relevant to the mission and policy priorities of The Nature Conservancy.
• Supports marketing and communications efforts on social and earned media; and engages with philanthropy by assisting with donor cultivation/stewardship to provide support for policy programming.
• Adaptively manages to changing circumstances, creatively pursues solutions, and evaluates complex political situations.
• Gains cooperation and support from individuals or groups (inside and outside the Conservancy) over whom there is no direct authority.
• Advances diversity, equity, inclusion and justice within TNC public policy positions and advocacy efforts.
• Serves as a team leader for assigned projects and coordinates the work of others. May represent the Massachusetts Chapter on regional or division-scale teams.
• May supervise administrative staff and/or volunteers, interns, or temporary staff.
• Financial responsibility may include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development, and meeting fundraising targets.
• Ensures program compliance with internal policies, external legal requirements, including lobbying laws and regulations.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience in policy advocacy/campaign work and/or within legislative or executive branches of government.
• Experience presenting to and/or communicating with NGO, government, or legislative staff and/or program leadership.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and directing multiple complex projects and ensuring program accountability.
• Experience preparing and presenting project proposals and developing written communications.
• Experience working with corporate or NGO partners, and government agencies and/or legislative bodies.
• Experience both working independently (with minimal oversight) in a decentralized organization, as well as coordinating work and projects across teams, operating units, and functions to achieve optimal results.
• Outstanding written and oral communication, negotiating and organizational skills.
• Experience working successfully in a collaborative, team-oriented manner.
• Fluency in English.

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!

Additional Job Information:

By joining our Massachusetts team, you will become part of a group that is a force to be reckoned with, a force for nature, a force for people, and a force for our planet. Our team consists of a dedicated group who are leading the conservation effort on multiple fronts and who expertly bring strategy and action together. The Massachusetts Chapter believes in flexibility and as such, team members are working in a hybrid model. This is a full time, hybrid position that may be based in the Boston Office or in a home office with the expectation of commuting to the Boston office for two or more days per week and as needed.   Candidates should anticipate 6-8 in-person workdays or team meetings per month. In addition, candidates should expect regular travel for meetings in across Massachusetts, New England, and Washington D.C.