Cattle Portfolio Management Specialist

Who We Are:

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.”

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Cattle Portfolio Management Specialist will be responsible for the KPIs and report of a large-scale complex project that spans multiple departments or programs. The Specialist will organize the achievements of the project goals and success factors, and will develop project plans, budgets, metrics, and schedules with input and buy-in from key stakeholders and team members. They will critically assess project scope and objectives, ensuring all risks and dependencies are addressed in the project plan to deliver successful project results that support the fulfillment of the objectives. The Cattle Portfolio Management Specialist will obtain go/no-go decisions at all project decision points from the Program Manager, Directors, Leads or Sponsors and identify and obtain approval for project deliverables from the appropriate staff or teams. Throughout the project lifecycle, they will monitor and measure project progress, conduct corrective action as necessary, and communicate project status information to all stakeholders. They will perform risk management, issue resolution, and conflict management, and collaboratively solve complex problems. They will utilize project management methodologies and processes and ensure all organizational and divisional standards are met. They will act as a resource to other staff and project managers to provide project management guidance, training, and expertise. This position requires travelling occasionally and working long and flexible hours as needed.

We’re Looking for You:

Do you believe you can catalyze actions to improve food and water security, support communities, conserve and restore biodiversity through sustainable supply chains and mainstream solutions that nourish and connect people and nature?

Are you looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose? Come join our team as Cattle Portfolio Management Specialist. Not only will you fulfill conservation objectives in the beautiful iconic places of Brazil, but you’ll contribute to conservation goals through many networks!

We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated person to join our global team working closely with our Brazil Business Unit. Organization, teamwork, analytic thinking, adaptability, communication, time management and the ability to influence without authority are key in this role. Come join TNC and apply today!

Your responsibilities will include:

• Actively follow and promote our Code of Conduct both internally and externally and continuously and consistently demonstrating alignment with our values.
• Develop and support the implementation of project management standards, policies, procedures, and models.
• Monitor, develop and share reports about the progress of the different projects of the program.
• Provide support to technical staff, using various project management methods such as adaptive management, iterative and rapid learning processes, software-based monitoring, collaborative work, etc.
• Ensure that projects are managed efficiently, cost-effectively, and in line with the portfolio's strategy.
• Engage with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning team and other teams to document and share key lessons, best practices, and results.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
• Act independently and in place of the supervisor as necessary; exercising independent judgment to identify and resolve problems.
• Coordinate the work of cross-functional and multi-division teams towards a desired outcome and implementation of the conservation strategy.
• Support the management of project budgets and assist in the development of budgets related to strategic projects.
• Coordinate multiple complex projects from a project perspective, including project team coordination, deadline setting and execution management.
• Maintaining the health and organization of our repositories of program documents and data, for the solid structuring of information and history.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in administration, engineering, economics, project management or other related fields, and 5 years related experience.
• 2 years of project management experience or 1 year acting as a project lead.
• Coursework or other training on project management principles experience.
• Experience in managing and tracking multiple projects.
• Experience managing project teams and working with cross-functional staff.
• Experience managing scheduling and financial aspects of small to large projects that range from short to long term.
• Experience using project management techniques and tools such as Microsoft Project, SmartSheet or other project management software.
• Fluency in Portuguese and advanced English level.
• Experience with written, virtual and verbal communication.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to manage and implement complex processes.
• Proficiency in interpreting guidelines and manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data.
• Certification in project management.
• Strong communication skills, including ability to negotiate, influence, and persuade.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma and Scrum.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience implementing strategic program goals.

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 grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, parental leave, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!