Resilient Watersheds Project Manager, Europe (m/f/d)

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Resilient Watersheds Project Manager, Europe (RWPME), manages and advances watershed-scale nature-based solution (NbS) projects that support TNC’s conservation strategy in Europe. The RWPME reports to the Resilient Watersheds Program Director, Europe, and works closely with conservation and policy teams across Europe, as well as TNC’s global community of freshwater NbS practitioners.

Externally the RWPME serves as a key point of contact between the Resilient Watersheds Programme in Europe and partners developing and delivering projects on the ground. The role aligns TNC expertise, resources and networks with partner needs, coordinates TNC’s engagement across multiple projects, establishes timelines and ensures the successful delivery of agreed activities.

This means operating within a matrix of European and global TNC teams while retaining responsibility for coordinating TNC Europe budgets, tracking project performance and reporting outcomes against TNC objectives and grant agreement requirements. The role also contributes expertise and insight to support the Programme Director in developing strategies, plans and products that engage donors, businesses and policymakers, helping to grow the impact and reach of the programme.

We’re Looking for You:

If you're ready to step into a rapidly evolving programme that works at the intersection of water security, nature conservation and land management - this is the role for you. No two projects are the same so you will need to be creative in applying your knowledge and ready to work with others to solve real world problems. You'll be joining a small but dynamic team and given opportunities to grow you knowledge and skills on projects that span from the local to global.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years experience in natural resource management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Relationship-building experience in working closely with a variety of partners, i.e., media, government officials, and internal scientists.
• Experience completing tasks independently concerning timeline(s).
• Experience with communication via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
• Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, web browsers, etc.
• Experience in training.
• Must have valid driver's license.

Desired Qualifications

• Multi-lingual skills, particularly French & Spanish and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• 3-5 years’ experience in practice or policy of water and land management , or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with principles of Nature based Solutions.
• Knowledge of ecological watershed management principles.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, water management and environmental economics.

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 include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One 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. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the 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 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 and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization 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.

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 with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

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