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The Nature Conservancy Global Aquaculture Program Director 54836 in Chicago, Illinois
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OFFICE LOCATION
Arlingto, Virginia, USA
The location of this position is fully remote and flexible to all locations where The Nature Conservancy is registered to do business.
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\ 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 acommitment to diversityand 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 ourTNC Talent playlist on YouTubeto hear stories from staff or visitGlassdoor.
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\ WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Director of the Global Aquaculture Program oversees all aspects of the Nature Conservancy\'s Aquaculture Strategy, encompassing programs in 10 countries in the Asia-Pacific Region, Latin America, Africa, and North America. They provide strategic leadership and direction for the Conservancy\'s work in aquaculture and overall conservation priorities to contribute to the Conservancy\'s objective to Provide Food and Water Sustainably. The Director provides strategic leadership, engages colleagues in TNC\'s oceans and regional teams, and supports the overall conservation priorities for the organization and achievement of the Conservancy\'s 2030 Goals. This position reports to the Director of Global Aquatic Food Systems and is housed within the Global Provide Food and Water Business Unit.
The Director serves as the principal contact for government agencies, industry partners, other conservation organizations, foundations, and the academic community on the topic of aquaculture. They lead the development of conservation priorities and strategy on aquaculture, establishing measures of success for the aquaculture program and its contributions to the Nature Conservancy\'s 2030 Goals.
They effectively lead, manage, and develop a diverse team across the organization on multiple continents to execute the strategy and generate significant conservation outcomes. They solidify the Conservancy\'s position as a major conservation partner within aquaculture. They advance existing critical partnerships with public & private organizations and develop new, high-impact partnerships. Specific partners that are critical to program success include the UNFAO, the World Bank, NOAA, the Global Aquaculture Alliance, the World Aquaculture Society, and peer NGOs. They engage public support for conservation efforts and negotiate complex and innovative solutions with government agencies and industry to ensure smart and sustainable development of aquaculture that benefits people and nature.
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To apply for job ID54836, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at<https://careers.nature.org/>. Need help applying? Visit ourrecruitmentpage or contact<applyhelp@tnc.org>.
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