Job Information
The Nature Conservancy Contracts Specialist in Charleston, West Virginia
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER The challenges facing our planet today require comprehensive solutions that address the well-being of people and nature and lay the foundation for future conservation efforts. Promoting policies that provide benefits to both people and nature is critical to securing lasting conservation outcomes. The work and expertise of The Nature Conservancy's North America Region Office (NARO) and North America Policy & Government Relations (NAPGR) programs are integral to this effort. NAPGR is helping to shape the government policies that help make possible achievement of transformative conservation outcomes to address climate change, enhance protection of lands, waters, and the ocean, and provide food and water sustainably. We have an awesome task at hand, and the work that you do here will have a direct impact on our success.
The Contracts Specialist will act as the sole expert on contracting with the North America Regional Office (NARO), which requires a comprehensive understanding of contracting at TNC. They will work towards meeting the department's strategic priorities of the team by drafting all contracts and grants-out, advising on the best agreement mechanism, alternative clauses, special risk factors, and editing project descriptions, while providing excellent customer service to project managers. The Contracts Specialist role will provide analysis and guidance in satisfying administrative requirements based on extensive knowledge of policies and procedures. The role's responsibilities include day-to-day tasks and activities related to contracts management.
The Contracts Specialist will direct and respond to inquiries about program agreements, create resource materials, and draft correspondence. Additionally, they may work closely with members of the Legal and Finance teams. This role reports directly to the Finance Manager. The location for this position is flexible within the United States.
The Contracts Specialist will use available systems and resources to maintain, track and report on agreements in the various stages of development using a SmartSheet contract database. They will be well versed in the systems and resources utilized by the team in order to execute assigned tasks. Additionally, the role will communicate or distribute information to assist staff in making decisions, solving problems, and improving workflow. Additional duties may be required to enhance the work of the team, including, but not limited to, developing documentation, providing recommendations and targeted training related to the contracting, and enhancing the systems and tools used by the team.
Financial responsibility will include coordinating and tracking vendor payments, and producing reports used by finance and program staff that may be used to make financial and programmatic decisions and participating in budget preparation.
This position requires minimal travel and working long and flexible hours as needed, due to the time zone ranges of North America Region Office. The work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. We're looking for someone with strong experience in leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team.
The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience designing, organizing, and directing complex projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!
WHAT YOU'LL BRING Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience or equivalent combination. Experience generating reports and analyzing and interpreting data. Experience managing and implementing multiple projects. Experience wi h business process analysis and/or improvement. Experience with current technology in relevant field. Experience working with cross-functional teams. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated; Ability to implement complex processes. Ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results. Demonstrated experience using diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate staff. Experience coordinating projects. Experience interpreting guidelines to achieve desired results. Knowledge of current trends in the specific field. Strong organizational skills, accuracy, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks. Successful experience implementing strategic program goals.