Corporate Engagement Advisor, Agri-Food

The Nature Conservancy•Arlington, TX

1d•$95,000 - $124,300•Remote

About The Position

The Corporate Engagement Advisor, Agri-Food will be part of the Corporate Engagement Regenerative Food sub-team within The Nature Conservancy's Impact Finance & Markets division. This division provides technical and strategic leadership to create transformational impact with the private sector by translating the value of nature and conservation approaches into actionable, science-based strategies. The position will advise on Corporate Engagement strategy development with the agri-food value chain and develop and manage key relationships within that industry. This is a 2-year term-limited position with the possibility of extension based on budget availability and performance. Candidates must be located within 5 hours of Eastern time. The Corporate Engagement Advisor develops, implements, and coordinates corporate engagements that help drive private sector economic, operational, and political influence in support of conservation goals by facilitating the integration of nature into business models. This position will develop and implement strategies for engaging companies, coordinate and conduct outreach to companies, manage and support specific corporate engagements, and conduct analysis to contribute to the Corporate Engagement team’s functional priorities. They will work closely with members of the global Provide Food & Water team and other Business Units to advance the implementation of the Conservancy’s regenerative food pathway and related activities, supporting corporate participation in on-the-ground projects, regional consortia, and innovative conservation strategies. They will approach all work with a spirit of collaboration and respect for colleagues and partners across geographies, cultures, and subject matter expertise.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, social/natural science, business or related field and 5 years of corporate sector or government relations experience, or equivalent combination education/experience.
Working knowledge of corporate sustainability best practices in the food and water sector.
Experience in agri-food sectors including consumer packaged goods companies, row crop systems, livestock management, supply chain action, and/or other related industries.
Experience preparing project proposals and negotiating complex agreements or projects.
Project management experience including coordinating the work of other professionals inside and outside an organization.
Demonstrated relationship building skills.
Proven written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Fluency in English.

Nice To Haves

Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural experience appreciated, with Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred.
Direct private sector experience developing and executing corporate sustainability, ESG, or supply chain / supplier sustainability programs within a corporate or business sustainability team or procurement department in a consumer packaged good (CPG) or food company.
Excellent team player with experience working in multi-disciplinary groups, using influence and interpersonal skills, listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships with corporations, governments, partners, and all levels of staff.

Responsibilities

Develop constructive and effective working relationships inside and outside the Conservancy, including with corporate partners, other nonprofit organizations, and various teams inside The Nature Conservancy.
Works collaboratively with staff from Corporate Engagement, Global Provide Food and Water and other global strategies, regional/ country staff, Global Science, Government Relations, Development/Philanthropy, and Impact Finance and Markets to ensure the programmatic work is strategically aligned and well-integrated across the organization.
Serve as relationship manager to specific corporations and provide program management support on engagements.
Develop and implement corporate engagement strategies.
Conduct research to inform the Corporate Engagement team’s functional strategy and activities.
Prepare project proposals for external parties.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures and external requirements.
May supervise administrative and professional staff with responsibility for performance management, training and development.
May include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development.
May include fundraising activities.