Allegheny Highlands Recovery Program Manager

What We Can Achieve Together :

The Allegheny Highlands Recovery Program Manager will work towards meeting the strategic priorities of Hurricane Helene Disaster funding agreements through project management, data synthesis and reporting, and delivering tangible lasting results.

The Allegheny Highlands Recovery Program Manager will be highly organized to manage multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, and resources efficiently. This includes maintaining project documentation, tracking progress, and ensuring that all aspects of the program are aligned with the overall goals. They will analyze problems, think critically, and develop effective solutions. They will forecast project success and identify potential risks to develop strategies to mitigate them including creating contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges, evaluating options and making recommendations. They will assist in managing project budgets, including tracking costs throughout the life cycle of the project. Financial responsibility will include purchasing, processing invoices and transfers, and assisting in budget preparation.

The Allegheny Highlands Recovery Program Manager will identify relevant data to be gathered across program areas. They will create, manage, synthesize, and interpret data from multiple sources, to develop and maintain methods to display and track accomplishments for publicly funded agreements. They will create dashboards, reports, presentations, and other materials for communication with different audiences, including meeting public award reporting requirements in a timely manner. They will demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information and will ensure compliance with Conservancy policies and procedures and external funding requirements.

The Recovery Program Manager will collaborate to create realistic timelines, prioritize tasks, and ensure that program deliverables stay on schedule to meet deadlines with quality results. This position requires strong interpersonal skills to motivate team members and foster a collaborative and productive environment. They will be effective written and verbal communicators to convey ideas, project requirements, and to negotiate team dynamics without authority and may be responsible for the work of peers on departmental project teams.

The Allegheny Highlands Recovery Program Manager will report to the Allegheny Highlands Program Director. They will work closely with a team of conservation, operations, finance, grants, and external affairs professionals in both Virginia and surrounding states. The work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and / or strain. The work may sometimes include working on evenings and / or weekends. The position is based out of TNC's office in Lexington with hybrid work options available. It is a full-time, ten-year term position, without renewal.

We're Looking for You :

If you're looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join our Chapter as the Allegheny Highlands Recovery Program Manager! Not only will you support conservation outcomes in the biodiverse and beautiful mountains of Virginia, you will have the opportunity to expand your influence through state, regional, national, and global colleague networks!

We're looking for a passionate, dedicated person to manage aspects of our recovery work for the next 10 years. Communication, collaboration, organization, and creative problem solving are key in this role. Come join TNC and apply today!

What You'll Bring :

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience or equivalent combination;
• Experience generating reports and analyzing and interpreting the data;
• Experience managing and implementing multiple projects;
• Experience with business process analysis and / or improvement;
• Experience with current technology in relevant field; and
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Salary Information :

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $70,000 - $77,000. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

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 include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there's many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant's unique experience. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and stay for the people."

What We Bring :

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into 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 and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.