Project Management Coordinator

OFFICE LOCATION

Flores, Guatemala

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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 a commitment to diversity and 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 our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor .

One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”

What We Can Achieve Together

In alignment with our mission, we are excited to announce a pivotal opportunity within our organization: the Project Management Coordinator focus on Selva Maya. This role is integral to the successful implementation of the "Guatemala's Critical Forest Biomes: Ensuring Benefits for the Well-being of Local Communities and the Ecosystems of the Maya Forest" project, funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) through the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

TNC has been working in Guatemala since the mid-1980s, with over 30 years of experience in conservation and sustainable development. Our efforts have focused on conserving the remaining forests, restoring degraded landscapes, and promoting sustainable management models for natural resources. The Project Management Coordinator will be at the forefront of this five-year initiative, dedicating their full time to coordinating a wide range of activities, including preparation, budgeting, monitoring, and management of subcontracts and procurement. They will also organize major workshops, meetings, and events, and oversee key activities related to finance, administration, information systems, and compliance with TNC and IUCN requirements.

Given Guatemala's rich history of conservation efforts and the current governmental landscape, the Project Management Coordinator must be politically savvy and adept at building and maintaining strong relationships with a diverse array of partners, including local institutions, local NGOs, and community groups. Their efforts will focus on protection of primary forest (PAs), restoring degraded forest lands, enhancing conservation practices outside protected areas (OMECs), and improving the well-being of local communities in the Selva Maya region.

By promoting sustainable management of natural resources and supporting local livelihoods, the Project Management Coordinator will help achieve significant environmental and social impacts, emphasizing the critical importance of the Selva Maya. TNC's work in Guatemala has included innovative financial and governance mechanisms, technical assistance to improve regulatory frameworks, and the integration of Indigenous knowledge to enhance forest and water management. The Project Management Coordinator will continue this legacy, driving systemic solutions science-based, gender and socially inclusive, and economically sustainable conservation efforts.

The Project Management Coordinator will play a pivotal role in advancing The Nature Conservancy's mission through the implementation of the "Guatemala's Critical Forest Biomes: Ensuring Benefits for the Well-being of Local Communities and the Ecosystems of the Maya Forest" GEF project. By dedicating 100% of the time to this innovative initiative, the Project Management Coordinator will coordinate a wide range of activities, including preparation, budgeting, monitoring, and management of subcontracts and procurement while also organize major workshops, meetings, and events, and oversee key activities related to finance, administration, information systems, and compliance with TNC and IUCN requirements.

Working closely with a diverse array of partners and team members from TNC, the Project Management Coordinator will ensure the successful implementation of this five-year project funded by the GEF through IUCN. Efforts will focus on protected areas management, restoring degraded forest lands, enhancing conservation practices and OMECs, mobilizing additional financial resources , and improving the well-being of local communities in the Selva Maya region. By collaborating with local institutions, local ngo´s and communities, the Project Management Coordinator , will promote sustainable management of natural resources and support local livelihoods, emphasizing the critical importance of the Selva Maya.

Together, significant environmental and social impacts will be achieved by acting independently to prioritize tasks, solve problems, and ensure compliance with programmatic commitments, TNC policies, financial IUCN and GEF standards, and legal requirements. The Project Management Coordinator will manage new initiatives, maintain confidentiality, handle complex negotiations, supervise staff, and ensure training and professional development. The role will require occasional travel and flexible working hours, and they will be a key player in leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team committed to making a difference every day.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in conservation and community well-being? The Nature Conservancy is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Management Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of our mission to protect and restore the critical ecosystems of the Selva Maya region in Guatemala.

Your ability to solve problems, handle complex negotiations, and manage new initiatives will be crucial to the success of this five-year project funded by the GEF through IUCN. If you have strong experience in leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team and are committed to promoting sustainable management of natural resources, we want to hear from you.

Join us in making a significant impact on the environment and the livelihoods of local communities in the Selva Maya. Together, we can achieve remarkable environmental and social outcomes. 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 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, ideally in areas related to natural resource management, public institutions, conservation finance, project management, or related studies.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience generating reports and analysing and interpreting data.
• Experience managing multiple core administrative processes.
• Experience in database management.
• Experience working with multiple teams.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Strong organizational and negotiation skills, with accuracy and attention to detail.
  
  

Desired Skills/Qualifications

• Ability to implement complex processes.
• Proficiency in using existing technology to achieve desired results.
• Proven experience handling confidential information.
• Proven experience using diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate staff.
• Experience in program budget development and administration (TNC, IUCN, GEF, UE, or WB).
• Experience interpreting guidelines to achieve desired results.
• Experience supervising staff, interns, and/or volunteers.
• Knowledge of current trends in the specific field.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Successful experience in implementing strategic program objectives.
  
  

What We Bring

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into 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 and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 56654, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on June 8th, 2025. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org .

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