The Nature Conservancy

OFFICE LOCATION

Honiara, Solomon Islands

WHO WE ARE

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or on Glassdoor.

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Guadalcanal Program Manager directs and oversees all aspects of the Conservancy’s protection, science, stewardship and community relations in Guadalcanal Province, Solomon Islands. They serve as the principle contact to Guadalcanal Provincial Government, the Guadalcanal Council of Chiefs, church groups, civil society, private sector and other conservation organizations in Guadalcanal Province. The Guadalcanal Program Manager will be based in Honiara and reports to the Solomon Islands Deputy Director. This is a fixed term position that ends in December 2026. The position may be extended depending on funding and program needs.

The Guadalcanal Program Manager establishes the Conservancy as a major conservation partner in Guadalcanal Province and works with multiple partners to facilitate the Guadalcanal Ridges to Reefs Conservation Planning project. They define conservation priorities and long-term conservation strategies, build strategic, scientific, and technical capacity in the field and develop key partnerships with public and private organizations to identify and resolve technical issues and ensure best practices. They engage local communities, including women, youth and other marginalised groups to gain support for conservation efforts and negotiate innovative solutions with government agencies and landowners to conserve and protect natural communities. They are familiar with marine and terrestrial conservation practices, as well as the environmental and social issues that face communities in Solomon Islands. The Guadalcanal Program Manager is experienced in managing diverse teams of stakeholders, scientists and conservationists, and provides training and mentoring to groups; both in a classroom and practical settings. They actively mentor local conservation groups to build their technical and management expertise and is skilled at building government relations.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Focal geography for this position is Guadalcanal Province, Solomon Islands.
• Works within the Solomon Islands Conservation Management Team to progress the Conservancy’s Solomon Islands Strategic Plan.
• Design, manage, and implement the Guadalcanal Ridges to Reef project, including work planning and budgeting.
• Assist as needed to raise public and private funds to meet program needs.
• Manage a diverse project team to deliver the Ridges to Reef project in Guadalcanal Province, including:
  • Facilitating Guadalcanal Ridges to Reef participatory workshops, effectively bringing together the views and priorities of a broad range of diverse stakeholders.
  • Work with the Solomon Islands Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Officer to collect, manage, analyse, and present data to evaluate and demonstrate conservation impact, and communicate to key stakeholders through oral and written methods.
  • Conduct training of staff and partners in workshop facilitation, environmental management, and conservation planning techniques.
  • Build strategic long-term partnerships through regular communication with Solomon Islands Government, Guadalcanal Provincial Government, relevant landowners, and other national and international parties to accomplish program goals.
  • Manage and negotiate any disputes on customary lands at or around project sites.
  • Ensure all Guadalcanal Ridges to Reef project work follows the Solomon Islands Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Strategy by actively engaging women, youth and other marginalised groups in conservation decision-making and implementation.
• Builds cooperation from outside parties to accomplish program goals.
• May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
• Travel approximately 30% of their time.
• Frequently make independent decisions based on analysis, experience, and context.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

If you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join our Business Unit as the Guadalcanal Program Manager! Not only will you fulfil conservation objectives in the beautiful country of Solomon Islands, but you’ll contribute to conservation goals through many networks!

We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated person to lead our Program and work within our Business Unit. Systems Leadership, creativity, and the ability to influence without authority are key in this role. Come join TNC and apply today!

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor of Science/Arts degree and 5 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including staffing, workloads and finances under deadlines.
• Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
• Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies
• Experience negotiating

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• 5-7 years’ experience in conservation practice or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience influencing, developing and implementing conservation policy and plans.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in relevant discipline(s) and regions.
• Knowledge of methods and standards of biodiversity information systems and initiatives or related field.
• Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English, Solomon Islands Pijin, and other relevant local languages.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising.
• Politically savvy.

WHAT WE BRING

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 56594, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on May 6th, 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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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.