{"id":3842239,"url":"https://alion.io/job/the-nature-conservancy-bahamareefs-assistant-program-manager","title":"BahamaReefs Assistant Program Manager","company":{"id":712964,"name":"The Nature Conservancy","domain":"nature.org","url":"https://alion.io/company/the-nature-conservancy","size_band":"501-1000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":null},"role":"Management","role_family":"Management","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["Bahamas"],"countries":["BS"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":57000,"max":65000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":65000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-05T23:22:34Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-05","last_verified_at":"2026-11-09T05:16:46Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":3,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":3},"description":"What We Can Achieve Together:\nThe BahamaReefs Assistant Program Manager (APM) develops, manages, and advances conservation programs, plans and methods and provides technical leadership for the Northern Caribbean Program (The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos), with a focus on the administration and implementation of the program Impact Funding for BahamaReefs, a long-term blended finance initiative being led by The Nature Conservancy and the Global Fund for Coral Reefs. With guidance and support from the BahamaReefs Program Manager, the APM will support the overall administration and execution of the project, including reporting on project outcomes to the granting agency, development and management of workplans, supporting budgets, and monitoring program progress. They will support project teams, liaise with the implementing partners, and provide adaptive management of project priorities.\nThe APM provides technical and programmatic support to BahamaReefs conservation partners, supporting the overall management and coordination of the project. In close coordination with the program manager, staff and partners, they will play a key role in the development of work plans and funder/progress reports and oversee and track implementation of the program’s activities. They will support budgeting, develop project plans and packages, manage multiple workstreams and schedules, set realistic deadlines, coordinate project teams, prepare programmatic/technical reports with input and buy-in from key stakeholders and team members, and maintain project records. They will help to define roles and responsibilities, assist with recruiting, and leading project teams to successfully achieve the program’s goals in the most cost-effective and time-saving manner possible. They will critically assess project scope and objectives, ensuring all risks and dependencies are addressed in the project work plans to deliver successful results that support the fulfilment of the objectives and required deliverables of the project. The APM will assist with monitoring and measuring project progress, conducting corrective action as necessary, and communicating project status information to all stakeholders and the funder. They should be well versed in issue clearing/resolution, conflict management, and collaboratively solving complex problems. They will utilize project management methodologies and processes and ensure all TNC standards are met. They will liaise with TNC team members in the grants, finance, legal, and communications departments as it relates to the project and is responsible for ensuring compliance with funder and TNC procedures. The APM also serves as a key point of contact to other conservation organizations, foundations, businesses, and the academic community engaged with the project.\nWork will be conducted in a hybrid environment including office, virtual and field settings (scientific surveys, scuba diving, site visits for monitoring, evaluation, and learning, etc.).\nThis description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.\nWe’re Looking for You:\nIf you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join our Program as a Conservation Practitioner! Not only will you support critical conservation objectives in the Caribbean Division, but you’ll contribute to conservation goals through many networks!\nThe ideal candidate should have experience in project management and coordination, interacting with a variety of stakeholders, and on-the-ground conservation experience in The Bahamas or the Caribbean. Come join TNC and apply today!\nWhat You’ll Bring:\nBachelor’s degree and 5 years’ experience in natural resource management, marine science, or related field.\nExperience working on conservation projects in The Bahamas or Caribbean.\nExperience in one or more of these areas: coral conservation and restoration, climate adaptation and mitigation, or blue economy initiatives.\nExperience in project management; experience leading complex or multiple projects, including managing staffing, workloads, and budgets under deadlines.\nExperience researching and synthesizing information and preparing programmatic and technical reports for public and/or privately funded projects, giving attention to details.\nExperience recruiting and managing consultants and/or volunteers and working closely with a variety of national and community-based stakeholders in The Bahamas including government agencies.\nAbility to explain conservation practices to technical and non-technical audiences.\nExperience with problem-solving and conflict resolution.\nExperience completing tasks independently across multiple projects and within allotted timeline(s).\nExperience using desktop and web-based applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, online meetings, and cloud storage platforms.\nDesired Qualifications\nExperience with monitoring & evaluation and use of results frameworks or theory of change documents in conservation projects.\nCertification or training in Project Management.\nAbility to apply social science to decision-making and project planning.\nExperience developing funding proposals including budget preparation and negotiating complex agreements.\nExperience or training in conservation finance, blended finance, economics, or business development.\nKnowledge of current trends and practices in marine/environmental conservation in The Bahamas and Caribbean region.\nAbility to explain conservation practices to technical and non-technical audiences.\nWillingness to become scuba certified, advance diving skills to a minimum of PADI Rescue Diver and enroll in The Nature’s Conservancy Scientific Diving Program.\nExperience with meeting facilitation and leading the development of strategic work plans.\nSalary and Additional Information:\nWe currently anticipate that the need and/or funding for this position will end on June 30, 2028, at which time your employment with TNC will also end. However, depending on business need and/or funding, there may be the possibility of an extension of employment.\nThe starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of BSD $57,000- $65,000 for annual base salary. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, specific skills, and experience.\nThe location for this position is Nassau, The Bahamas. Only applicants who are currently eligible to work in The Bahamas will be considered. Unfortunately, The Nature Conservancy is unable to provide support for a work permit for this position.\nWho We Are:\nThe Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.\nOne goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply - we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”\nWhat We Bring:\nSince 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world! \nTNC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.\nWe’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.\nOur recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.\nEmployees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.\nThe Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. \nThe successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.\nTNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. 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