Forest Restoration Project Lead: Partnerships & Coordination

USA The Nature Conservancy; New Mexico; Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in New Mexico seeks a Forest Restoration Project Coordinator to develop, manage, and advance restoration projects across priority landscapes. Working under the New Mexico Forest Strategy Director, you will manage projects and contracts for forest and watershed restoration.

This full-time, grant-funded, fixed-term role is based in New Mexico with hybrid/remote work (1 day in the Santa Fe office). Field visits may occur; a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years' experience in natural resource management or equivalent.
• Ability to build relationships with partners, landowners, and contractors.
• Experience completing tasks independently to deadlines.
• Proficient in English (written and spoken).
• Experience using Word, Excel, and web browsers.
• Experience with project/contract management in conservation.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide project and contract support, including development, monitoring, and reporting.
• Serve as internal liaison for landowners and contractors.
• Promote restoration work in public forums and with partners.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
• Support planning, fundraising, and internal communications as needed.
• Field visits for monitoring and engagement; travel in NM.

Skills

Relationship building

Independent work

English communication

Word/Excel proficiency

Project/contract management

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural resource management or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

The Nature Conservancy in New Mexico seeks a Forest Restoration Project Coordinator to develop, manage, and advance restoration projects across priority landscapes. Working under the New Mexico Forest Strategy Director, you will manage projects and contracts for forest and watershed restoration.

This full-time, grant-funded, fixed-term role is based in New Mexico with hybrid/remote work (1 day in the Santa Fe office). Field visits may occur; a valid driver's license is required.