Freshwater Protection Spatial Analyst w/ The Nature Conservancy

Closing date: 2023-07-31
Position: Freshwater Protection Spatial Analyst
Organization: The Nature Conservancy (Global Protect Oceans, Lands, and Waters team
Country: United States
State:
Contact: Nick Miller
Contact Email: [email protected]


Description
The **Freshwater Protection Spatial Analyst** will promote the development and implementation of a key global strategy at TNC: Durable Freshwater Protection (DFP). The Analyst will directly support Global DFP leadership by assisting with and/or managing priority projects and serving as a technical resource on DFP in the areas of conservation planning, stakeholder engagement, data development, spatial analysis, and measurement. They will liaise with other TNC staff, notably field colleagues and other Global Protect colleagues working on the Nature Bond and Enduring Earth: Project Finance for Permanence initiatives, as well as external actors as applicable, to help drive the implementation of the DFP strategy and associated projects in the places where TNC works. Their primary focus will be on delivery of freshwater spatial analysis and conservation planning for specific projects around the world; they may also support development of global or regional datasets, indices, tools, and measurement approaches. Additionally, they may assist TNC communications, marketing, and philanthropy staff with spatial analysis and mapping. This position is likely to involve domestic and international travel of 25% or more. **The location for this position is flexible** and includes anywhere The Nature Conservancy has permission to work. No relocation, immigration or sponsorship is available with this position. The **position sits within the Global Protect Oceans, Lands, and Waters team and reports to the Global Durable Freshwater Protection Scientist.** For a full description of desired qualifications and to apply, go to: [https://tinyurl.com/4a86r8t5](https://tinyurl.com/4a86r8t5). This job post will remain open until filled.


About Organization
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor. One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”