Policy and Partnerships Advisor

**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.

**What We Can Achieve Together**:
TNC Asia Pacific is building a pipeline of high-integrity Nature Based Solutions and carbon projects to be supported by a new Singapore-based project development team. We are investing in feasibility assessments and transaction readiness to originate and accelerate high-quality nature-based carbon projects in Asia Pacific and beyond, including a particular focus on Article 6-aligned nature-based projects in countries with Singapore implementation agreements. Where possible, we will develop tools and frameworks to support host countries to scale their use of the Article 6 mechanism.

**RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE**
- Applies a diversified knowledge of practices to support Conservancy strategies.
- Supports program objectives by working in a complex matrix organization environment and works collaboratively within a cross-functional interdisciplinary team. This role will report directly into the Managing Director, Singapore, and in matrix to the Director of Policy & Public Sector Partnership, Asia Pacific Office.
- Develops relationships and works effectively with corporate, government, community, and non-governmental organization partners to advance Article 6 agreements, as well as broader nature-positive policy and regulatory priorities.
- Acts independently within broad program and regional goals.
- Develops and implements multi-year fundraising strategies and goals.
- Participates in negotiates for complex, high profile or sensitive agreements and policy positions.
- Supports capacity building for in country teams, host country governments and corporate sector regarding Article 6 implementation tools and frameworks, and other priority areas.
- Provide detailed policy inputs into project feasibility assessments and advise on project risks and recommendations.
- Ensures local compliance with External Affairs policies and procedures as necessary.
- Leads public sector fundraising activities, and supports philanthropic and corporate fundraising activities, for TNC prioritized activities.
- May support / oversee local specialized contractors eg. Legal / policy experts.
- Represents The Nature Conservancy at relevant convenings to further TNC’s 2030 goals.
- May supervise a team with responsibility for performance management, training and development.

**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 strong experience in leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team.

**What You’ll Bring**:

- Bachelor’s degree in political science, environmental policy, management or other relevant field and more than 5 years of government relations or corporate sector experience, or equivalent combination education/experience.
- Proficiency in English is required to effectively negotiate and engage with policy makers, international organizations and corporate decision makers.
- Deep understanding of the Article 6 mechanism and supporting frameworks.
- Analytical and project management experience. Demonstrated experience in successfully developing and implementing complex projects in an unstructured environment.
- Experience developing, directing and managing multiple projects and implementing strategic program goals.
- Proven communication and presentation skills.
- Proven negotiation skills.
- Supervisory experience.

**DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural experience appreciated.
- Master’s degree is appreciated.
- Experience presenting to and communicating with senior and working level policy makers on climate policy and implementation.
- Experience presenting to and communicating with management-level individuals within the corporate sector.
- Familiarity with the Article 6.2 Crediting Protocol is advantageous.
- Excellent team player with experience working in multi-disciplinary groups, using influence and interpersonal skills, listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships with governments, corporations, partners, donors, volunteers, and all levels of staff.

**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 grassro