Adaptation Capacity Research Specialist
1 day ago
**OFFICE LOCATION**:
The location of this position is flexible to all locations where The Nature Conservancy is registered to do business.
LI-REMOTE
PDN
**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.
**WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER**:
Climate change is altering ecosystems and putting people and communities at risk at an alarming rate. The Nature Conservancy has set organization-wide goals to help people adapt to climate change using nature-based approaches. The Provide Food and Water Team is focused on increasing food and water security for people while improving ecosystem health. As one of TNC’s principles when working on adaptation, leadership and capacity building should be part of our investments to create lasting results.
The Adaptation Capacity Research Specialist will assist The Nature Conservancy’s Provide Food and Water team gather and synthesize data in order to inform decisions and provide resources to practitioners working to build leadership and capacity in the communities where they work. Projects can be done virtually or from a Nature Conservancy office (TBD). This is a short-term position, starting approximately in June and continuing into September. This position may be extended or can end early depending on the needs of the team.
- Research current literature on leadership and capacity-strengthening efforts, focusing where possible on examples within agricultural development, conservation programs, and systems change investments in the context of a rapidly changing climate.
- Summarize findings on the types of leadership and capacity strengthening programs used, for what purpose, relationship (or not) to other programmatic activities, outcomes or value achieved, and case study examples. The focus will be on Low and Middle Income Countries (LMIC’s).
- Create a bibliography and database of resources regarding experts, institutions, and funders that are involved in adaptation leadership and capacity-building programs.
**RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE**
- Work with project leads both internal to TNC and within external partners to develop a workplan and will proactively work with project leads to identify challenges, compile findings, and provide suggestions for further exploration.
- Carry out independent literature review of relevant studies and resources that help answer key questions posed by the project team.
- May work with a small group of staff, interns or volunteers on a project basis to carry out interviews, surveys and collate results.
- Write a final report of findings and deliver final products
**WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU**:
**WHAT YOU'LL BRING**:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a science-related field, including social sciences, and 2 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience conducting desk research, synthesizing data, formulating insights and conclusions, and writing reports.
**DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
- Academic or subsequent experience with behavioral science, economics, organizational development, leadership development and/or sustainable development
- Experience in program evaluation and/or programmatic Cost-Benefit Analysis a plus
- Multi-language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated
- Master’s level education and research experience a plus
- Experience with systematic literature reviews to answer key questions, creating metadata, and interview methodologies.
- Ability to interpret guidelines and evaluate information and adapt accordingly
- Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment
- Time management skills
- Passion for creating a more nature-positive and climate-resilient world
**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
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