Policy & Partnership Manager, AP

The Nature Conservancy (All); Singapore; Remote; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An international conservation organization is seeking a Policy & Partnership Manager in Singapore. The role focuses on strengthening partnerships with governments and NGOs, influencing policy, and managing complex projects. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree, strong communication skills, and experience in partnership development within the Asia Pacific region. Join to contribute to conservation efforts that help both people and nature thrive together.

Qualifications

• 4 years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience presenting to business, government, or program leadership.
• Experience working with corporate or NGO partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships to influence public policy.
• Collaborate on various policy and partnership initiatives.
• Ensure program compliance with internal policies.

Skills

Fluency in English

Communications skills

Ability to design and implement complex projects

Experience with government or legislative staff

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Policy & Partnership Manager, AP

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 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) whom there is no direct authority in order to accomplish program goals
• May supervise administrative staff and/or volunteers, interns, or temporary staff

This position must be legally eligible to work within Asia Pacific geographies where TNC works, such as Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Mongolia, PNG or the Solomon Islands. We are open to location for the right candidate.

We're Looking for You

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We're looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!

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