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Director, Sustainable Debt
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The Nature Conservancy The Sustainable Debt Team (part of TNC’s NatureVest Team) collaborates with TNC’s global conservation teams and country offices as part of the Nature Bonds Program to help achieve TNC’s 2030 goals by structuring and implementing sovereign debt conversions that generate new funding for conservation and enable governments to make and achieve ambitious conservation policy commitments. Learn more about TNC’s Nature Bonds Program at https://www.nature.org/en-us/what-we-do/our-priorities/protect-water-and-land/land-and-water-stories/nature-bonds/ Responsibilities & Scope
Lead development of new sovereign debt transactions focused on conservation and climate outcomes. Manage the complete transaction process cycle, including deal origination, structuring, negotiation, internal approvals, capital raising, investor relations, and financial close. Oversee development of flexible and transparent financial models (including credit enhancements and blended finance). Perform due diligence and risk assessments; develop internal and external information memoranda; create new credit enhancements with internal and external stakeholders. Structure new funds for Nature Bonds; develop strategies to manage, mitigate, and reduce risks in Nature Bonds projects. Close sovereign debt deals and potentially lead or support non-sovereign (e.g., corporate) debt transactions. Train and supervise Associate(s) and/or Analyst(s) on the Sustainable Debt Team. Lead communications and relationship management with financial institutions, credit enhancers, and other external partners. The position’s location
is flexible within countries where The Nature Conservancy is a registered NGO and has an established office. Candidates should have the ability to overlap at least 4 hours per day with USA EST time zone. Requires willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time, and to work occasional weekends and evenings. What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree in a finance-related field and 7 years’ of relevant experience in private sector (e.g., management consulting, investment banking) or with a leading conservation organization or government entity, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience developing and implementing complex projects and strategic initiatives in unstructured environments. Experience leading and managing large-scale projects with internal and external stakeholders. Fully fluent English in professional business speaking, writing, and reading. Debt and structured finance experience; experience structuring, negotiating, and closing debt transactions, including in emerging markets. Ability to make strategic decisions based on analysis, experience, and judgment. Experience negotiating complex legal agreements from business and financial perspectives. Desired Qualifications
Familiarity with debt swap structures, terms and mechanics. Spanish fluency is a plus. Strong analytical and project management capabilities. International work experience is a plus. Strong team player with ability to build relationships across the organization and with Conservancy partners. Salary Information
This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, considering legal restrictions. For U.S.-based applicants, the starting pay range is generally $150,000 – $190,000 base salary, depending on location, qualifications, skills, and experience. This range applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency and based on the local labor market. Your geographic location will be confirmed during recruitment, and actual pay will fall within a range based on qualifications, skills, and experience. Who We Are
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect lands and waters upon which all life depends. We are a science-based organization delivering on-the-ground solutions to global challenges. We value respect for all people, communities, and cultures. We offer career development, flexible schedules, and a rewarding mission; learn more about TNC through our Talent resources and stories from staff. We’re committed to an inclusive work environment and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our workforce strives to be diverse and welcoming to all qualifying applicants. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process. If you need accommodations due to a disability, please contact applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
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Director, Sustainable Debt
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The Nature Conservancy The Sustainable Debt Team (part of TNC’s NatureVest Team) collaborates with TNC’s global conservation teams and country offices as part of the Nature Bonds Program to help achieve TNC’s 2030 goals by structuring and implementing sovereign debt conversions that generate new funding for conservation and enable governments to make and achieve ambitious conservation policy commitments. Learn more about TNC’s Nature Bonds Program at https://www.nature.org/en-us/what-we-do/our-priorities/protect-water-and-land/land-and-water-stories/nature-bonds/ Responsibilities & Scope
Lead development of new sovereign debt transactions focused on conservation and climate outcomes. Manage the complete transaction process cycle, including deal origination, structuring, negotiation, internal approvals, capital raising, investor relations, and financial close. Oversee development of flexible and transparent financial models (including credit enhancements and blended finance). Perform due diligence and risk assessments; develop internal and external information memoranda; create new credit enhancements with internal and external stakeholders. Structure new funds for Nature Bonds; develop strategies to manage, mitigate, and reduce risks in Nature Bonds projects. Close sovereign debt deals and potentially lead or support non-sovereign (e.g., corporate) debt transactions. Train and supervise Associate(s) and/or Analyst(s) on the Sustainable Debt Team. Lead communications and relationship management with financial institutions, credit enhancers, and other external partners. The position’s location
is flexible within countries where The Nature Conservancy is a registered NGO and has an established office. Candidates should have the ability to overlap at least 4 hours per day with USA EST time zone. Requires willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time, and to work occasional weekends and evenings. What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree in a finance-related field and 7 years’ of relevant experience in private sector (e.g., management consulting, investment banking) or with a leading conservation organization or government entity, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience developing and implementing complex projects and strategic initiatives in unstructured environments. Experience leading and managing large-scale projects with internal and external stakeholders. Fully fluent English in professional business speaking, writing, and reading. Debt and structured finance experience; experience structuring, negotiating, and closing debt transactions, including in emerging markets. Ability to make strategic decisions based on analysis, experience, and judgment. Experience negotiating complex legal agreements from business and financial perspectives. Desired Qualifications
Familiarity with debt swap structures, terms and mechanics. Spanish fluency is a plus. Strong analytical and project management capabilities. International work experience is a plus. Strong team player with ability to build relationships across the organization and with Conservancy partners. Salary Information
This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, considering legal restrictions. For U.S.-based applicants, the starting pay range is generally $150,000 – $190,000 base salary, depending on location, qualifications, skills, and experience. This range applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency and based on the local labor market. Your geographic location will be confirmed during recruitment, and actual pay will fall within a range based on qualifications, skills, and experience. Who We Are
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect lands and waters upon which all life depends. We are a science-based organization delivering on-the-ground solutions to global challenges. We value respect for all people, communities, and cultures. We offer career development, flexible schedules, and a rewarding mission; learn more about TNC through our Talent resources and stories from staff. We’re committed to an inclusive work environment and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our workforce strives to be diverse and welcoming to all qualifying applicants. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process. If you need accommodations due to a disability, please contact applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
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