Water Policy Research Associate (Regenerative Ag)

USA The Nature Conservancy; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Policy Research Associate to support the evaluation, prioritization, and advancement of state and local policies for regenerative agriculture and water quality nationwide. The role involves research, drafting solutions, and collaboration with government relations to implement interventions at the state or federal level.

The position is full-time, grant-funded and remote from a home office within the continental United States, with potential for extension based

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience or equivalent.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience researching information from divergent sources and compiling reporting structures.
• Experience with legislative or policy initiatives at the state level.
• Experience presenting to government or corporate staff and/or leadership.
• Experience working with partners and government agencies.

Responsibilities

• May supervise administrative staff, volunteers, interns, or temporary staff.
• Assist with budget development and fundraising goals for local and worldwide conservation.
• Ensure program compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
• Provide research and policy analysis to support priorities.
• Prepare program materials including presentations, memos, and communications.
• Develop strategic partnerships with agencies and conservation organizations.
• Work independently with supervisory guidance as needed.
• May travel domestically for meetings and conferences.

Skills

English fluency

Policy research

Legislative analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor

Master's in Public Policy

Job description

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Policy Research Associate to support the evaluation, prioritization, and advancement of state and local policies for regenerative agriculture and water quality nationwide. The role involves research, drafting solutions, and collaboration with government relations to implement interventions at the state or federal level.

The position is full-time, grant-funded and remote from a home office within the continental United States, with potential for extension based