OFFICE LOCATION
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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 role of the Deputy Country Director encompasses a range of important responsibilities. As a key collaborator, this individual works closely with the Country Director to provide essential support and leadership in driving the country program in Mongolia. This involves actively engaged in strategic planning, supporting, and implementing effective conservation initiatives, coordinating with local stakeholders, managing resources, and supporting fundraising efforts. The Deputy Country Director will play a vital role in ensuring that the program is executed efficiently and effectively, contributing to the overall success of conservation efforts in Mongolia.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
The Deputy Country Director serves as a crucial collaborator, working closely with the Mongolia Country Director to provide support and leadership in driving the country program in Mongolia.
- Support conservation program.
The Deputy Country Director provides support to the Country Director, in establishing TNC as a major conservation partner and defines conservation priorities within Mongolia. They may provide conceptual leadership and specific advice and guidance on the development, refinement and reporting on conservation strategies and projects, in line with TNC’s 2030 Goals. They provide strategic leadership and direction for the conservation program, including setting priorities, developing, and executing strategies, monitoring, and evaluating progress, and reporting on program outcomes. They engage local and key influential support for local, division, and global conservation efforts, negotiate complex and innovative solutions with government agencies and major institutions, to conserve and protect natural communities, and develop and implement cutting edge conservation strategies in a high-profile geography and major philanthropic market.
- Manage strong relationships with stakeholders.
The Deputy Country Director works closely with other regional and global conservation teams to foster collaboration, coordination and knowledge-sharing across different teams and geographies. They develop and maintain strong relationships with key partners, stakeholders, and conservation organizations to leverage collective efforts and achieve conservation goals. This includes developing relationships and frequent contact with key government stakeholders on matters pertaining to TNC’s conservation work.
- Oversee Finance, Operations and Human Resources
The Deputy Country Director provides overarching leadership and guidance that promotes operational excellence throughout Mongolia Business Unit (BU) and support the BU’s ability to accomplish its strategic conservation priorities. They ensure that the finance and operations team provide high level and accurate financial information on the health of the business and are responsible for the management, maintenance, and reporting of all financial data. They oversee annual budget development and monitoring, strategic financial planning, and the development of business plans. They provide guidance in the preparation and the presentation of regular financial reports and forecasts to internal (e.g., TNC management) and external audiences (e.g., donors). They provide financial recommendations in the overall organizational planning and implementation. They analyze and advise on all aspects of financial management and work directly with the Country Director to ensure the financial sustainability of the Mongolia Business Unit, while following the established policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Support fundraising efforts.
The Deputy Country Director actively participates in fundraising efforts by identifying donor prospects, cultivating donor relationships, and participating in fundraising activities. This includes working closely with the regional and global development teams to develop fundraising strategies, proposals, and donor stewardship plans to secure funding for the Mongolia Business Unit.
The Deputy Country Director provides vision, direction and consummate leadership across all communication programs, events and initiatives within the Mongolia Business Unit.
The Deputy Country Director reports to the Mongolia Country Director and supervises the Finance, Operations and HR Team.
In the absence of the Country Director, the Deputy Country Director will serve as the Acting Country Director
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years relevant experience, including working at a senior level.
- Experience managing a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.
- Experience negotiating complex, high profile, or sensitive agreements.
- Experience in developing program-wide strategies and policies.
- Experience working with diverse groups of staff and partners.
- Written and verbal fluency in English.
Desired Qualifications
- 10 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Management experience including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and manage performance of a large multi-disciplinary team. Delegates responsibility and authority to staff and clearly defines expectations. Keeps staff informed and expresses appreciation.
- Ability to foster an environment of creativity and professional growth.
- Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in conservation, government relations, fund raising and non-profit
- Fundraising experience, including identifying donor prospects and donor cultivation.
- Experience directing a major program or project of strategic importance, including management/supervision of multi-disciplinary teams and meeting deadlines.
- Experience working with current trends and practices in relevant discipline(s) and geographic regions.
- Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies.
- Experience influencing, developing, and implementing conservation policy and plans at the state or country level.
- Superb communication and presentation skills.
- Multi- lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
- Politically savvy.
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
56360, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on
May 9, 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.
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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
