APAC Freshwater Strategy Director

The Nature Conservancy; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Freshwater Strategy Director for Asia Pacific to lead conservation strategy across multiple countries, coordinating with regional and global teams to deliver impactful freshwater projects. The role emphasizes science-based decision making, collaboration with partners, and fundraising engagement.

The position supports flexible placement within the Asia Pacific region, including Australia, and requires international travel while managing complex programs and budgets

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 7+ years experience in conservation practice or related field.
• Experience developing freshwater conservation recommendations grounded in science.
• Experience building partnerships with non-profits, communities, or government bodies.

Responsibilities

• Designs and supports implementation of freshwater conservation strategies in Asia Pacific.
• Cultivates partnerships with country teams and global teams to scale impact.
• Develops theories of change and strengthens monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Negotiates innovative solutions with diverse stakeholders including communities and government agencies.

Skills

Conservation leadership

Project management

Freshwater science

Partnership development

Education

BA/BS degree

Masters or PhD in relevant field

Job description

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Freshwater Strategy Director for Asia Pacific to lead conservation strategy across multiple countries, coordinating with regional and global teams to deliver impactful freshwater projects. The role emphasizes science-based decision making, collaboration with partners, and fundraising engagement.

The position supports flexible placement within the Asia Pacific region, including Australia, and requires international travel while managing complex programs and budgets