Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Oregon works to create a world where people and nature thrive. The Sustainable Water Project Manager develops, manages, and implements conservation projects across Oregon, focusing on water scarcity, drought resilience, and water management. This role involves collaboration with various teams and partners to advance sustainable water initiatives and requires frequent travel to project sites.
Responsibilities
- Geographic scope is primarily Oregon but includes collaboration with neighboring states and potential opportunities to collaborate regionally (e.g., Columbia River Basin)
- Advance Sustainable Water programmatic efforts in Oregon, including projects related to conserving climate-resilient habitat, nature-based solutions for aquifer recharge, climate-smart water management, groundwater-dependent ecosystems, and drought vulnerability
- Support organizational efforts on TNC Western US and Canada Divisional Priorities, potentially including projects within the Columbia River Basin, Sagebrush Sea, or Emerald Edge
- Manage multidisciplinary project teams to complete deliverables while meeting deadlines
- Collaborate with partners, including Tribal governments and indigenous partners, state or federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community groups to advance Sustainable Water priorities
- Represent The Nature Conservancy in partnerships and collaborative groups. When working with Tribal partners, ensure that interactions are managed according to TNC’s Indigenous Right Relations guidance, including Free, Prior and Informed Consent
- Effectively communicate project results, lessons-learned, and key messages to a variety of audiences ranging from community members and elected officials to technical experts
- Work within and/or manage a budget to complete projects, potentially including budget development, contract development and management, contractor oversight, financial administration, and legal compliance
- Participate in public and private fundraising strategies, including leading or collaborating on proposal writing for public grants
- May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances
- May involve domestic travel of 20% or more
Skills
- BA/BS, law or business degree and 5 years' experience in natural resource management, conservation, environmental science, hydrology, water management or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience independently leading projects in an unstructured environment
- Experience communicating technical information to diverse audiences both in writing and verbally
- Experience collaborating with Tribes, non-profit partners, government agencies, and/or community groups
- Experience implementing field projects, preferably related to habitat restoration, conservation, water management, and/or hydrology
- This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, water management, and natural resources, especially in the Pacific Northwest
- Critical analytical thinking and excellent English writing skills are essential
- Ability to develop practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes
- Possesses strong interpersonal skills and political savvy. Must be a team player
- Independently driven and demonstrated ability to complete tasks within project timelines
- Understanding of water policy or Western water law is beneficial
Benefits
- 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
- Flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ
Company Overview
The Nature Conservancy is a non-profit conservation organization that works to protect terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems. It was founded in 1951, and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.nature.org.Company H1B Sponsorship
The Nature Conservancy has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 26 in 2025, 21 in 2024, 13 in 2023, 18 in 2022, 13 in 2021, 12 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.