Operations Program Specialist

The Nature Conservancy • Arlington, TX

8d • $40,000 - $53,000 • Remote

About The Position

What We Can Achieve Together: The Operations Program Specialist is a part-time, temporary position within the Global Protect business unit that will provide a wide range of programmatic and operational support. They will work alongside the strategic planning and core functions team by providing essential interim coverage for staff out on parental leave and offer added support through key transition periods. They will provide specific program and operational support functions, as well as a variety of special projects and assignments that may evolve over time. This role requires the ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to emerging priorities, and contribute to a wide range of projects and support. This is a one-year term, part-time, 21 hours-per-week, salaried position. Exact hours and term-end date can be negotiated. This is a flexible and remote-based position. Work hours will be aligned to US continental time zones. This position is not eligible for relocation or immigration assistance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Operations Program Specialist will work towards meeting the strategic priorities of the team by implementing and supporting programmatic plans, tasks, and meetings. They will disseminate and report on key organizational communications and relay necessary information and input with BU leadership and the broader Protect team. The Specialist will complete activities with multiple variables, setting realistic deadlines and managing timelines. The Specialist may take on additional duties to enhance the work of the team, including, but not limited to, developing documentation, providing recommendations, and enhancing the systems and tools used by the team. They may coordinate logistics for team-wide meetings and/or special events. They will create program materials and perform analysis and research related to program activities. They will coordinate with stakeholders for program success and may serve as the lead liaison with partners or vendors. They will take on special projects as assigned to support the effective operations of the Protect Team.

Requirements

• 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 with business process analysis and/or improvement.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences
• Ability to implement complex processes
• Ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results
• Experience planning large events
• Strong organization skills, accuracy, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Prior experience or familiarity with The Nature Conservancy.

Responsibilities

• Provide program and operational management support, including organizing team meetings, implementing and assessing planning processes, updating internal communications content, and supporting event planning
• Coordinate team planning and organizational requests, including information gathering across the team, synthesizing information, drafting memos or materials, and setting processes/timelines
• Supports team engagement activities, onboarding processes for new team members, and project managing a large team gathering
• Act independently within broad program goals to prioritize tasks in the absence of specific instructions and exercise independent judgment to identify and solve problems
• Demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information
• Ensure compliance with Conservancy policies and procedures, and external (donor/legal/IRS) requirements
• Decisions may bind the organization financially or legally
• Financial responsibility includes purchasing, submitting invoices, and negotiating and contracting with vendors
• Manage projects with several variables - set realistic deadlines, manage a timeline, and ensure accountability
• Provide input or recommendations to project teams for the development and implementation of new initiatives or the improvement of existing processes
• Travel and work flexible hours, as needed
• Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain
• Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines
• Work within the scope of the program’s strategic goals

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level