Conservation Officer

*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.

The Nature Conservancy first commenced operations in Australia in 2002. Since that time TNC Australia has grown significantly and now conducts projects in all Australian states and territories. Our work focuses on four conservation strategies – Outback (including our work with many Indigenous Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, supporting their efforts to manage their Country for its cultural and conservation values); Oceans (including our nation-wide critically endangered shellfish reef building program in the bays and estuaries of southern Australia, from Perth to Noosa); Nature and Agricultural Landscapes (including innovative water funds in the Southern Murray-Darling Basin); and Protection (working with partners, including governments, to achieve protection, restoration and improved management of 30% of our oceans and 30% of our lands by To learn more about our work in Australia visit

This is an identified position for Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander candidates.
*What We Can Achieve Together:*
This is a two year fixed term contract.

The Indigenous Landscapes Conservation Officer will support the Indigenous Landscapes team to implement conservation projects with a heavy focus on Indigenous People, their Country and their rights. They report to the Indigenous Landscapes Director and may assist the wider Australian Conservation Team in successful project management and delivery.

You will be an important member of our Indigenous Landscapes Team working across all Conservation Teams as required. Your experience and expertise in project management, contracts and finance as well as building and maintaining productive partnerships with Indigenous organisations for conservation, cultural and economic outcomes will support your team in achieving continued excellence in this field.

*We're Looking For You:*
This is a Designated Aboriginal position (DAP) and only open to applicants that identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Conservation Officers (Indigenous Landscapes) help build and deliver a variety of projects to conserve country, build community capacity and networks via TNC Australia.

They implement conservation activities on country with partners and employ a full range of tools and methods to contribute to restoration and management of land and sea country, and to ensure a balance between people and ecological measures. They build and support conservation communities and to administer the conservation support efforts with a variety of project and contract management activities relevant to the planning, implementation and reporting deliverables.

*In This Role, You Will:*

• Work collaboratively to perform tasks and make independent decisions based on analysis, experience, and context with supervisory support as needed.
• Help design, deliver and report on projects and agreements in accordance with internal policies and external partnership requirements.
• Undertake project support activities with internal and external parties to accomplish project goals. This may include engagement with corporate and strategic teams, community stakeholders, Indigenous communities, trustees, and donors.
• Provide Corporate/project support for the design, delivery and reporting on projects and agreements in accordance with internal policies and external partnership requirements.
• Coordinate internal and external parties requirements to accomplish project goals. This may include engagement with community stakeholders, Indigenous communities, trustees, and donors.
• Ensure project compliance with internal policies and external requirements including complex contract and partnership management.
• Support writing up new Agreements with TNC project partners and stakeholders where applicable.
• Update Community Partnerships profiles and project histories to enable the ILT to report accurately and identify areas for future cooperation. Includes updating partners metrics.
• Assist team with scheduling of the many project management and reporting requirements to meet performance and grant-specific targets. Includes advising/reminding partners on reports and milestones for grants.
• Responsible for maintaining the organisation of documents in the various document management systems used by the ILT.
• Assist with grant writing

*What You'll Bring:*
While tertiary qualifications are advantageous in this role, the passion you will bring for working with Traditional Owners and conserving Australia's unique natural environment will be more critical for success in this role. You will be open-minded in your approach to achieving these goals.

Your communication and interpersonal skills will make you as comfortable chatting around a campfire as in a corporate setting. You will understand that cultural communication is an ongoing, fluid process to which you can effectively contribute.

• Passion and interest in working with Indigenous groups, including diverse networks.
• Relationship building experience to work closely with a variety of partners.
• Lived experience working with Indigenous communities or groups or bachelor's degree and three years' experience in natural resource management, equity in natural resource management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
• Experience with communication via written, spoken and graphical means in English.
• Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, web browsers, etc.

*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, flexible spending accounts, savings plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the
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**We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, we encourage you to let us know in your application. If you require assistance with making your application, please contact the recruitment team.

Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.
Our Competencies:
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**
Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colours, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

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 with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

*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.

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 with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.