JOB DESCRIPTION

What We Can Achieve Together:

Cattle ranching is an important cause of deforestation and habitat conversion in Amazon and Cerrado biomes. Increasing transparency and implement traceability solutions to close loopholes that allow the entrance of irregular cattle in the supply chain while building a path to regularization for noncompliance cattle producers are important ways to tackle cattle related deforestation in Brazil. The Cattle Traceability Coordinator will develop strategies to enhance existing and promote the development of new transparency systems and traceability tools, strengthening the compliance all over beef supply chains in Amazon and Cerrado biomes. Will interact with government agencies, partner NGOs, beef cattle industries, cattle ranchers, input distribution channels, and other project partners to develop solutions for technological and implementation gaps through dialog, innovation, and collaboration. Will also participate in a broader portfolio of solutions adding expertise in cattle sector to a multidisciplinary team in Brazil Business Unit supported by TNC Specialists from the Amazon and Cerrado regions, Science specialists, External Affairs Teams, and interact with Global Staff from the Provide Food & Water unit.

We’re Looking for You:

If you believe you can catalyse actions to improve food and water security, support communities, conserve and restore biodiversity through sustainable supply chains and mainstreaming solutions that nourish and connect people and nature.

If you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join our team as the Cattle Traceability and Transparency Coordinator. Not only will you fulfil conservation objectives in the beautiful Iconic Places of Brazil, but you’ll contribute to conservation goals through many networks!

We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated person to join our group and work within the Brazilian Business Unit. Leadership, creativity, strategic thinking, adaptability, communication, and the ability to influence without authority are key in this role. Come join TNC and apply today!

Responsibilities and Scope include:

• Proactively follow and promote our Code of Conduct both internally and externally, continuously, and consistently demonstrating alignment with our values.
• Design and coordinate the implementation of strategies to increase cattle visibility and traceability and environmental compliance in the supply chain, considering indirect suppliers and loopholes.
• Monitor the progress and develop adaptative management strategies to accomplish the outcomes of TNC Traceability projects; this person will coordinate significantly with a dedicated Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Specialist.
• Interact with different transparency protocols like Boi na Linha, Selo Verde, Conecta, Visipec, Plataforma Pecuária Transparente, Radar Verde and others, promoting enhancement and development of innovative strategies while seeking synergies and opportunities for collaboration.
• Engage with Cattle rancher´s associations to promote the concept of cattle traceability in different forums.
• Design alternatives to promote simplification and accessibility while promoting cattle producer´s engagement and adherence to existing cattle traceability protocols.
• Develop, in partnership with TNC Science Team, technical information to support TNC External Affairs Team in articulating with governments and institutions for the implementation of Individual Cattle Traceability in Brazil.
• Coordinate the implementation of traceability protocols in partnership with other NGOs and rural extensionists.
• Willingness to travel.

What You’ll Bring:

• University degree and 5 years’ experience in Animal Science, Agronomy, Veterinary, and other nature sciences. Other degrees will be considered for candidates with strong experience in agribusiness
• Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including staffing, workloads and finances under deadlines.
• Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
• Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies
• Experience in the beef supply chain in Brazil.
• Fluency in Portuguese and advanced English level.
• Communication skills
• Availability to travel.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in or knowledge of farm/ranch input distribution channels.
• Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Agricultural background or experience in beef industry or cattle rancher´s associations
• Knowledge of current traceability and transparency protocols in cattle production chain.
• Demonstrated experience in influencing, developing, and implementing conservation policy and plans.

Salary Information:

Job Family: Conservation

Internal Job Code: 250005

Salary Grade: 7

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. 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.

One 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.”

What We Bring:

Since 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!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our 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.

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 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.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy”s background screening process.

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