Conservation Analyst

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 includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube  or on Glassdoor.  

Our 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. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

The Conservation Analyst supports the Belize Program Office by providing planning, coordination, and analytical support for conservation programs and operational activities. This includes organizing meetings and events, taking minutes, maintaining accurate document management systems, and supporting procurement processes. The role also assists with budget monitoring, report tracking, and general administrative support to program staff working toward the achievement of protection, conservation, and stewardship goals.

The Conservation Analyst is responsible for coordinating tasks across conservation programs including, planning and executing logistics for meetings and events, collecting and managing project data, maintaining organized records and ensuring timely documentation proceedings. The role plays a key part in monitoring and evaluation processes by supporting the collection, validation and analysis of program data to track performance against targets and indicators. They will support the synthesis of program data into technical and donor reports, and internal updates, contributing to evidence-based decision-making and adaptive management.  Additionally, the Conservation Analyst may perform finance and administrative functions, including procurement, expense tracking, and monitoring budgets. They will use established systems and tools to maintain, track, research and analyse data, to produce and review reports. The role also involves documenting workflows, procedures and best practices for institutional knowledge and continuous improvement.

The Conservation Analyst will maintain frequent interaction with program staff, other Conservancy offices, and external vendors. They may respond to inquiries about Program activities and assist in the development of Program materials and correspondence. Given that some responsibilities involve handling sensitive information, the role requires a high level of professionalism, discretion and strict adherence to confidentiality standards.  

The Conservation Analyst will report to the Belize Portfolio Management Officer.

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!

Responsibilities & Scope

• Provides planning and logistical support for meetings & events including scheduling and recording meeting minutes for various Boards, and Committees and collating decisions, articles and supporting documents.

• Provides support for budget development, tracking and financial reports. May also include   fundraising support for conservation programs.

• Supports HUB platform maintenance in coordination with the Portfolio Management Officer

• Coordinates programmatic reports for regular updates to the conservation hub (and/or other systems) and for reporting to conservation and leadership teams.

• Manages and maintains electronic shared files and folders in TNC official platforms

• Assists with the internal contractual processes and facilitates payment for vendors in close collaboration with the Operations Administrator.

• Assists Portfolio Management Officer with the gathering, development of reports/communication materials for internal/external audiences.

• Assists Portfolio Management Officer and conservation team in reviewing, collecting, organizing and reporting project indicators, metrics and targets, ensuring their contribution to TNC’s global goals and relevant national conservation priorities.

• Supports the implementation, tracking and reporting of MEL activities aligned with the program goals, including indicators, baselines, targets, and data collection methodologies.

• Supports the coordination, training and/or implementation of conservation management system (CMS) tools across programs

• Provides support with stakeholder engagement and related activities as needed.

• Coordinates multiple tasks or projects in a timely manner and with attention to detail.

• Ensures compliance with TNC internal policies, procedures, and external requirements.

• Does not supervise staff but may oversee volunteers or interns.

• Makes day to day decision as delegated by the supervisor.

• Bachelor’s of Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or a related field; or two years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Experience with Microsoft Office suite. 

• Experience coordinating multiple projects and planning/organizing agendas/events.

• Experience in report writing, editing, and proofreading.

• Experience handling standard business communications.

• Possess a valid Driver’s License

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated

• 2-4 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Ability to complete tasks independently within assigned time frames. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, with assignments sometimes coming from a number of sources and work independently.

• Ability to coordinate project information from a number of sources to populate databases, create reports and produce manual/digital files.

• Experience utilizing databases for data entry and report production preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and numerical ability. 

• Ability to plan, administer and record results of work-team meetings and activities.

• Technologically savvy.

• Experience in developing and implementing MEL frameworks.

• Business qualifications supplemented by relevant conservation experience is an asset.

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, parental leave, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!

Grade: 4

Location: Belize or Cayo