Development Operations Manager

What We Can Achieve Together

The Development Program Manager I serves as a central operational hub for the New Mexico program, managing all development operations to drive strategic priorities. This role is designed to bridge the gap between data, finance, and donor relations, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and that workflows are optimized. You will interpret complex guidelines and analyze factual information to solve problems, improve processes, and provide targeted training to the team. Success in this position requires a deep understanding of the systems and resources utilized, allowing you to manage support and coordinate communications effectively.

You will work in close cooperation with Conservancy staff, donors, volunteers, vendors, financial institutions, and legal professionals. Your work involves organizing varied activities, projecting outcomes, and implementing solutions in consultation with leadership. While this role does not involve direct supervision of staff, you will manage the work of peers on departmental project teams and ensure compliance with TNC policies and external requirements. The position offers a dynamic environment where work is complex and may not always fall under established practices, requiring you to adapt processes and participate in the enhancement of systems and tools used by the team.

Who We Are

The 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. Rooted in our mission and guided by values that include respect for all people, communities, and cultures, we are dedicated to a rewarding career where you can find meaning and purpose.

Since 1951, TNC has 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 globe. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment so that all colleagues feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions are valued. As we often say, "you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people."

Hiring Process

Our recruiting process features a rolling interview schedule to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. We review applications in the order they are received; once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role may be unposted. Consequently, the timeline may vary depending on expressed interest, and we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

To apply, employees must log into Workday and apply via the Jobs Hub. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

The 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 cultures. 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.

TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with "Request for Accommodation" in the subject line. Additionally, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant's unique experience.