The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy
5,001 – 10,000 Employees
H1B Visa SponsorCharityConsultingTravel
The Nature Conservancy is a global nonprofit focused on conserving the lands and waters that sustain life. Its work spans more than 80 countries and territories, addressing climate change and biodiversity loss through conservation projects, ecosystem protection, community partnerships, and environmental policy engagement. The organization works to safeguard forests, oceans, freshwater systems, and other vital habitats while supporting long-term ecological resilience.

Remote Contract Specialist II — Virginia

Manage contract authority, agreement records, audit support, and workflow systems for The Nature Conservancy. Lead training and mentor contract staff while partnering with Legal on templates and process improvements.

Description

  • Clarify business units’ delegated authority and power of attorney structures.
  • Advise staff on signing authority for different agreements.
  • Maintain delegation of authority lists and prepare new delegations as needed.
  • Resolve complex authority questions with the Legal Department.
  • Oversee preparation of auditable contractual agreement files.
  • Coordinate with Internal Audit when needed.
  • Oversee business units’ contract tracking systems.
  • Manage reminder systems that alert Project or Award Managers to deadlines, deliverables, and payments.
  • Improve systems as needed.
  • Lead development and delivery of training on TNC agreements and related processes.
  • Mentor other Contracts Specialists.
  • May supervise Contracts Administrators and Contracts Specialists.
  • Partner with the Legal Department to develop Standard Agreement templates and improve workflows.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree plus three years of experience, or an equivalent combination.
  • Prior contracting experience, relevant coursework, or dedicated training.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience managing and implementing multiple projects.
  • Experience interpreting guidelines to achieve intended outcomes.
  • Experience analyzing or improving business processes.
  • Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
  • Experience organizing time and managing activities to meet deadlines.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to implement complex processes.
  • Ability to analyze information to prepare reports, coordinate activities, and solve problems.
  • Ability to apply research skills.
  • Ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results.
  • Successful applicants must meet The Nature Conservancy’s background screening requirements.

Benefits

  • Health care benefits.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match.
  • Parental leave.
  • Accrued paid time off.
  • Life insurance.
  • Disability coverage.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Additional benefits supporting life and work well-being.
  • Flexible work environment.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Flexible schedules.

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