OFFICE LOCATION

Birmingham, Alabama, USA

or Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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

The Contract Support Specialist is responsible for drafting, processing, and otherwise managing contracts for business units that are part of The Nature Conservancy's Southern Deltas. They will be responsible for administrative tasks related to contract management to meet the strategic priorities of business units in The Nature Conservancy's Southern Deltas (AL, LA, and MS.) They will complete a specialized internal training program to become a Certified Contract Specialist and participate in recertification training and community-of-practice discussions and meetings. They will draft contracts and amendments according to TNC SOP and best practice, with input from Project Managers. They will determine the correct contract or amendment template to use, assess risk factors, and review for reasonableness, thoroughness, and accuracy. The Contract Support Specialist will advise Project Managers on required forms, approvals, and reviews. They will coordinate contract and amendment development and review with various parties involved in contract administration and secure approvals on contract routing form or in contract management system. They will circulate drafts for required approvals from Legal, Grants, and other departments, obtain final signatures, and maintain an auditable file for each contract. The Contract Support Specialist will work with vendors to obtain required forms and information. They will maintain a contract database and develop a system for sending reminders to Project Managers on upcoming deadlines and end dates. They will determine if a contract amendment is needed based on various factors related to the work. The Contract Support Specialist will serve as a resource to various staff regarding contracts and all related TNC SOP, processes, practices, including training Southern Deltas staff as requested.

In addition, the Contract Support Specialist may perform Information Systems administrative tasks, including processing forms, preparing reports and forecasts, and monitoring and preparing budgets. They will respond to inquiries about program activities, create program materials, and draft correspondence. They will be well versed in the systems and resources utilized by the team in order to execute assigned tasks. They will maintain, track and research data, produce and review reports, and perform program analysis. The Contract Support Specialist will provide guidance in satisfying administrative requirements based on extensive knowledge of policies and procedures. They will provide support and targeted training related to the functional area of the team. They will implement processes and practices in order to improve effectiveness. They will communicate with staff in various programs across the Conservancy, as well as with donors, volunteers, vendors, and business relations. They will communicate or distribute information to assist staff in making decisions, solving problems, and improving workflow. They will assist in the transition and implementation of procurement modules in Workday.

This can be a hybrid position located in a TNC Office in either Birmingham, Alabama or Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We are anticipating a start date of June 30, 2025 for this position.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Want to help save the planet? Through the efforts of The Nature Conservancy, over 200,000 acres in Alabama have been preserved for people and nature. From the mountains to the sea, the Alabama Chapter is dedicated to conserving the natural resources that make Alabama unique. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world's leading conservation organization!

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience coordinating administrative processes.
• Experience generating reports and interpreting data.
• Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
• Experience organizing time and managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
• Experience working across teams and communicating with a wide range of people.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.
• Ability to analyze information for the purpose of coordinating and planning activities and solving problems.
• Ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results.
• Excellent customer service skills and focus.
• Experience interpreting guidelines to achieve desired results.
• Knowledge of current trends in specific field.
• Strong organization skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.

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 a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work 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 of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

AUTO SAFETY POLICY

This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program.

Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/careers/recruitment/ under the FAQ section.

Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

SALARY INFORMATION

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $55,000 - $61,000 annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 56618, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on May 28, 2025. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.