Rancher Networks Strategy Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the execution of the RGL Rancher Network Strategy across various regions.

• Engage, mobilize, and enhance rancher networks to promote better grazing management and site-specific conservation efforts.

• Assist business units in fostering relationships with rancher-led coalitions, conservation partners, and supply chain organizations.

• Manage TNC’s participation in the multi-state federal DoD REPI Warren grant along with other grant-funded projects.

• Apply improved management practices and ensure adherence to program results and grant stipulations.

• Create innovative tools, strategies, and policies to promote the adoption of regenerative management practices.

• Identify approaches to surpass entry barriers for new and under-represented producers.

• Coordinate resources and strategies across significant grazing landscapes while integrating rancher and partner insights.

• Build and manage external partnerships, including with DoD, World Wildlife Fund, Ducks Unlimited, Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, and more.

• Seek partnership opportunities with Indigenous producers.

• Maintain performance metrics, manage costs, and oversee project budgets.

• Secure public and private funding to meet program requirements and support allied organizations.

• Lead small cross-functional teams and occasionally supervise staff, interns, or volunteers.

• Collaborate with staff and partners nationwide or regionally, including occasional travel and after-hours/weekend commitments.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS degree along with 7 years of experience in conservation practices or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proficiency in grazing land and grassland restoration and conservation management.

• Familiarity with current trends and practices in ranch management, conservation, and grazing disciplines, including regional differences.

• Experience overseeing complex or multiple projects and budgets, including financial management and coordination with other professionals and partners.

• Background in developing, submitting, and managing public and private grants.

• Knowledge of applying scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation in grazing land environments.

• Experience in forming partnerships with non-profit organizations, industry stakeholders, community groups, and government entities.

• Proven track record in negotiating complex partnership agreements.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

• Strong understanding of cultural differences and norms, with the capacity to operate across various cultures.

• Demonstrated experience in influencing, developing, and executing conservation practices, policies, and plans through agricultural industry networks.

• Valid driver's license and adherence to TNC’s Auto Safety Program.

• Successful completion of TNC’s background screening process.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive 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 life and work wellness benefits.

• Flexible work environment.

• Opportunities for career development.