Policy & Partnership Manager, AP

The Nature Conservancy; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An international environmental organization is seeking a Policy and Partnerships Manager in Singapore to enhance conservation goals through strategic partnerships. This role involves developing collaborations with government, NGOs, and businesses while managing budgets and project compliance. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree, significant experience in project management, and effective communication skills. This position provides a unique opportunity to influence policy and partner engagement across the Asia Pacific region.

Qualifications

• 4 years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience presenting to business and government staff.
• Experience in designing and directing complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic partnerships with government and NGOs.
• Collaborate on policy and partnership initiatives.
• Ensure program compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Manage budgets and fundraising targets.
• Coordinate the work of others.

Skills

Strategic partnership development

Project management

Fluency in English

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

What We Can Achieve Together

The Policy and Partnerships Manager support The Nature Conservancy’s conservation goals by strengthening our partnerships with government, multilateral institutions/agencies, non‑government organizations and/or business. They support the identification and cultivation of partners in order to either help direct funding flows to TNC, TNC priorities, and/or to influence policy in ways that accelerate TNC’s strategic objectives. This may involve the development of partner engagement strategies and associated content including funding proposals, presentations, and project summaries.

The Policy and Partnerships Manager also build and facilitate internal networks, representing TNC’s Asia Pacific region in globally led initiatives focused on enhancing, sustainably financing and tracking TNC’s policy and partnership efforts, as well as communicating progress on the Asia Pacific Policy and Public Sector Partnerships strategy. They also work closely with representatives from TNC’s country programs across Asia Pacific to secure support for their work and help identify policy and partnership opportunities. They will be responsible for coordinating meetings and developing agendas and other materials as needed in order to support the delivery of the Asia Pacific Policy and Public Sector Partnerships strategy.

Responsibilities & Scope

• Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with government officials, NGO partners and/or donors to influence public policy in support of TNC objectives
• Collaborate with TNC colleagues in other teams across the region and globally on various policy, sustainable finance and partnership initiatives and opportunities
• Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
• Financial responsibility may include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development, and meeting fundraising targets.
• Serve as a team leader for assigned projects and coordinate the work of others.
• Ensures that the program complies with relevant lobbying laws and regulations.
• May need to gain cooperation from individuals or groups (inside and outside the Conservancy) over whom there is no direct authority in order to accomplish program goals.
• May supervise administrative staff and/or volunteers, interns, or temporary staff

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience presenting to and/or communicating with business, government, or legislative staff and/or program leadership.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and directing multiple complex projects and ensuring program accountability.
• Communications experience including preparing and presenting project proposals and developing written communications.
• Experience working with corporate or NGO partners, and government agencies and multilateral institutions in the Asia Pacific region

Desired Qualifications

• Multi‑lingual skills and multi‑cultural experience appreciated.
• Master’s degree appreciated
• Familiarity with social, economic and political conditions and issues in the country (national and/or sub‑national) and/or region.
• Experience coordinating projects in a decentralized organization, working across teams, operating units and functions to achieve optimal results.
• Outstanding written and oral communication, negotiating and organizational skills.

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