Project Coordinator

The Nature Conservancy•Charleston, SC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Coordinator/Conservation Practitioner V develops, manages and advances conservation programs, plans and methods for small to medium scale geographic areas. The Project Coordinator will coordinate and manage all land protection projects for the South Carolina Business Unit under the Preserve Hardwoods grant. This role will involve typical conservation real estate related tasks such as coordinating due diligence (appraisals, environmental assessments, surveys) as well as seeking project approval for each project. The Coordinator will see each project through from beginning stages to closing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience in natural resource management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Relationship building experience to work closely with a variety of partners, i.e., media, government officials, internal scientists.
Experience completing tasks independently with respect to 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.
3-5 years’ experience in natural resource management, similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Familiarity with principles of land acquisition or similar asset acquisition.
Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation.
Compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
Completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

Nice To Haves

Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers."

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage all land protection projects for the South Carolina Business Unit under the Preserve Hardwoods grant.
Coordinate due diligence (appraisals, environmental assessments, surveys) for land protection projects.
Seek project approval for each project.
See each project through from beginning stages to closing.
Provide technical leadership and support to a business unit.
Plan and direct project management for a conservation program within the South Carolina Business Unit.
Employ a full range of protection tools to acquire varying degrees of legal interest in land.
Implement a variety of strategies to secure public and private support for TNC conservation priorities.
Coordinate due diligence (appraisal, survey, title work, etc) for conservation real estate projects to fulfill goals and objectives of the Preserve Hardwoods grant.
Coordinate multiple projects, set deadlines and manage projects to completion.
Perform tasks with minimal supervision and make independent decisions based on analysis, experience and context.
Work with the Land Protection Team, reporting project progress and ensuring timelines are met and feedback is received when needed.
Direct external contractors in work ordered by TNC, following TNC procedures and processes.
Represent TNC in partner relationships while coordinating projects with external partners.
Ensure program compliance with internal policies and external requirements.