• Office Location: Melbourne / Sydney / Perth / Adelaide / Brisbane

A LITTLE ABOUT US

Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organisation dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends.

Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters, and oceans at unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable.

One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we strive for a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Thanks to more than a million members and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and over 400 scientists, we impact conservation in 79 countries and territories: 37 by direct conservation impact and 42 through partners.

We use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners.

To learn more, visit our website or follow @nature_press on Twitter.

The Nature Conservancy first commenced operations in Australia in 2002. Since that time TNC Australia has grown significantly and now conducts projects in all Australian states and territories.

Our work focuses on four conservation strategies – Outback (including our work with many Indigenous Traditional Owner groups, supporting their efforts to manage their country for its cultural and conservation values); Oceans (including our nation-wide critically endangered shellfish reef building program in the bays and estuaries of southern Australia, from Perth to Noosa); Nature and Agricultural Landscapes (including innovative water funds and property management in the Southern Murray-Darling Basin); and Protection (working with partners, including governments, to achieve protection, restoration and improved management of 30% of our oceans and 30% of our lands by 2030).

To learn more about our work in Australia visit our Australian website or follow us on facebook.com/TNCAustralia.

THE DIRECTOR OF CONSERVATION (AUSTRALIA)

The Director of Conservation oversees all aspects of conservation and science in Australia.

The role encompasses three primary functions – development and prioritisation of the strategic direction for conservation in Australia; leadership of a large and diverse team; and Executive Leadership Team, Australia responsibilities.

To deliver on these three major focus areas, the Director of Conservation serves as the principle and strategic contact to significant stakeholders including partner organisations, government agencies, other conservation organisations, and TNC regional and global conservation team members.

In addition, the role plays a leading role in donor identification, cultivation, and stewardship for the Australia program.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE

• Leads the design, delivery, and implementation of conservation efforts to meet TNC Australia’s Strategic Plan.
• Leads and manages a large and diverse multi-disciplinary team across Australia.
• Designs, implements, and directs complex and diverse projects, encompassing multiple programs and coordinating the work of other professionals, inside and outside TNC.
• Assesses and manages risks including conducting due diligence, developing, and managing budgets and conducting business in line with TNC ethical and compliance requirements.
• Effective management of core strategic and operational relationships across multiple areas, including fundraising.
• Effective member of the Executive Leadership Team in Australia.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and 12 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience designing, implementing, and directing complex or multiple projects of strategic importance, including managing finances, supervising multidisciplinary professionals, and coordinating the work of partners while meeting deadlines.
• Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
• Fundraising experience, including identifying donor prospects and donor cultivation.
• Experience in partnership development with high level conservation contacts, non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies.
• Experience working with current trends and practices in relevant discipline(s) and geographic regions.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Postgraduate degree in conservation practice or equivalent education.
• Experience developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes.
• Experience in a senior management role in a global matrixed organisation.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care savings plan with employer match, additional leave entitlements, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, novated leasing and flexible working options.

Benefits may be subject to eligibility, waiting periods, contributions, and other requirements and conditions. Learn more about our benefits at nature.org/careers.

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

APPLY NOW

If excited by the information above, please click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jenny Yang via [email protected] using the subject line: The Director of Conservation Australia - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications will be reviewed in the order they’re received.

TNC 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 organisation that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colours, 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 [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.