Guatemala Program Director – The Nature Conservancy

Emploi Guatemala

Titre du poste : Guatemala Program Director – The Nature Conservancy

Entreprise : matteria

Description du poste : Selection process developed by matteriaLocation and Work ModeAntigua, Guatemala.Who we areThe Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. Founded in 1951, TNC develops science-based, collaborative solutions to our planet’s most pressing challenges. With a presence in over 70 countries and more than 400 scientists, TNC builds partnerships with governments, businesses, and communities to conserve nature and drive systemic impact.Our impact

• Active in 70+ countries.
• Supported by 1 million+ members.
• 400+ scientists advancing conservation science.
• Over 125 million acres of land protected.
• 30+ years of continuous conservation work in Guatemala.
• Strong emphasis on inclusive and community-led conservation.

Purpose of the PositionThe Country Program Director will lead and scale TNC’s impact in Guatemala, managing a high-performing, mission-driven team and ensuring long-term sustainability through strategic partnerships, operational excellence, and bold fundraising. This is a role for a leader who is both visionary and hands-on, with the ability to orchestrate systemic change while engaging directly in execution.Key Responsibilities

• Lead TNC’s strategic and operational agenda in Guatemala.
• Supervise and mentor a growing team (currently ~18 staff), including four direct reports across conservation, partnerships, communications, and finance.
• Maintain oversight of compliance, administration, and team development.

• Represent TNC with credibility at the highest national and regional levels.

• Strengthen visibility and advocacy efforts at local and global forums.

• Foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, aligned with TNC’s global values.
• Balance strategic thinking with direct operational engagement: be both conductor and player.
• Drive the implementation of major initiatives, including:

• Launching an $8M+ government-aligned project.

• Advancing a 20-year conservation finance initiative aiming to mobilize $200–300M.

• Building an integrated fundraising strategy across public, private, and philanthropic sectors.

Requirements and competences to work with usEducation

• Master’s degree (required). Studies in environmental sciences, public policy, international development, sustainability, or related fields.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, written and spoken.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including 7 years in senior leadership roles.

Key competencies

• Strategic Vision & Execution: Ability to set and deliver on long-term goals, navigating complexity in a dynamic socio-environmental context.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Experience working with government, NGOs, donors, indigenous communities, and private sector.

• Fundraising Expertise: Proven ability to secure diverse funding, both nationally and internationally.

• Operational Leadership: Strong administrative skills, including oversight of finances, compliance, and team performance.

• Adaptability & Initiative: Comfortable working in a lean team environment where leaders must operate across levels.

• Cultural Sensitivity: Awareness of Guatemala’s social dynamics, especially around indigenous inclusion and systemic inequity.

Our team profileWe operate as a highly collaborative and mission-driven unit. In Guatemala, TNC’s team is agile and deeply committed to impact. Leaders are expected to be hands-on, supporting both strategy and execution in a close-knit and rapidly growing structure. We value humility, integrity, and the ability to grow with the organization.Key interests for working with usTNC Guatemala addresses some of the country’s most pressing challenges: deforestation, biodiversity loss, and climate change—especially in regions like the Selva Maya. Our work is rooted in community engagement and long-term systemic change, aiming to reshape conservation funding, policy, and practice over the next 20 years.Reasons to join our team

• A leadership role in one of the world’s most respected conservation organizations.
• The chance to shape national environmental policy and practice.
• A competitive salary in local currency (quetzales), pegged to USD.
• Comprehensive legal benefits in Guatemala, including:

• Retirement fund contributions
• Full social security and income tax compliance
• Flexibility, wellbeing resources, and a supportive global network.

Relevant details before applying for this vacancyPosition based in Guatemala, with national and international travel.

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Localisation : Ciudad de Guatemala

Date du poste : Tue, 03 Jun 2025 22:57:46 GMT

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