Germany Job Openings
The Nature Conservancy
Operations Manager Europe Region (m/f/d)
Berlin
September 3, 2024
OFFICE LOCATION
Berlin, Germany
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 includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on You Tube or on Glassdoor.
Our 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. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”
The employment will be with The Nature Conservancy in Europe g Gmb H, Germany which is a 100% owned by TNC.
Our 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. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”
The employment will be with The Nature Conservancy in Europe g Gmb H, Germany which is a 100% owned by TNC.
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Operations Manager Europe Region will provide operational support within Europe region and coordinates regional information, ensures consistency across the region, compliance to TNC policies and local regulations and requirements, provides oversight and general guidance. The Operations Manager Europe Region will be responsible for support on entry into new geographies and setting up new offices, organizational registration and permits renewals, office and facilities management, travel, meetings and training logistics and asset management. The Operations Manager Europe Region will work toward meeting the strategic priorities of the Europe program by providing support for approved plans and day-to-day operational tasks. They will be responsible for the regions central administrative processes, including facility management and work schedules, ensures office health and safety protocols are administered, telecommunications, mailroom operations, and telephone/public reception, maintaining office supplies and equipment, support entry into new geographies. Operations Manager Europe Region will provide guidance in satisfying requirements based on extensive knowledge of policies and procedures. They will administer guidelines and analyze factual information to achieve results, improve workflow, and solve problems. They will provide advice, recommendations, and training related to the functional activity they manage. The Operations Manager Europe Region must become familiar with the systems and resources utilized by the team and apply knowledge to managing support and designing communications related to the resources. They will develop documentation, modify processes, and participate in the enhancement of systems and tools used by the team. The position holder will work in close cooperation with any or all the following: Conservancy, finance, HR, IT, operations staff, vendors, legal and accounting professionals. May supervise one or more operations or professional staff.
Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, Europe region, the position will be based in Berlin, Germany.
Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, Europe region, the position will be based in Berlin, Germany.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day.
The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience designing, organizing, and directing complex plans and tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!
The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience designing, organizing, and directing complex plans and tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
- Act independently and in the supervisor’s stead as needed; exercise independent judgment to identify and solve problems.
- Manage and implement multiple projects, including setting deadlines and ensuring accountability.
- Responsible for operational compliance, to TNC policies and procedures and local laws and statutory obligations across the region.
- Oversee activities related to in-country legal, labor, and financial compliance.
- Responsible for office/facilities management and coordination of BU office management tasks and compiling reports to share with the Director of Finance and Operations.
- Organize and support organizing meetings, events and retreats.
- Responsible for maintenance of regional central filling systems.
- Point person for new office opening in new geographies and setting up new offices.
- Serve as the coordinator of Ops Admin calls and operation calls.
- Coordinator of public holiday announcements in the region.
- Ensure contracted vendors have required insurance coverage and appropriate documentation. Manages the resolution of disputes with service contractors.
- Maintain confidentiality of frequently sensitive and emotionally charged information.
- Responsible for general oversight of inventory /asset management; updating the assets and inventory register in the region
- support day-to-day financial activities such as purchasing, processing invoices, negotiating, and contracting with vendors.
- Travel occasionally, working long and flexible hours as needed.
- May supervise one or more administrative or professional staff
- Complete other duties as assigned by the DFO.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination, including 2 years managing operations functions.
- Fluency in English and German. Knowledge of French and/or other European languages advantageous.
- Experience managing and implementing multiple projects.
- Experience supervising staff, interns, and/or volunteers; and
- Experience working with cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated experience handling confidential information
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.
- Ability to manage and implement complex processes.
- Ability to work in partnership with others in a collaborative role.
- Advanced knowledge in current and evolving technology related to field of experience
- Knowledge of current and evolving trends in the specific field, preferably in a non-profit environment.
- Experience working with government awards.
- Strong organization, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Successful experience implementing strategic program goals
WHAT WE BRING
Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!
The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive salary, 8% retirement stipend after one year of service, life and work wellbeing benefits like access to the Headspace app, learn and develop through our extensive TNC training platform, Linked In learning and e Cornel account, flexible working hours and hybrid working model possibilities, a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to proactively shape the growth of the Operations Department, bright and modern office in the middle of Berlin.
We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive salary, 8% retirement stipend after one year of service, life and work wellbeing benefits like access to the Headspace app, learn and develop through our extensive TNC training platform, Linked In learning and e Cornel account, flexible working hours and hybrid working model possibilities, a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to proactively shape the growth of the Operations Department, bright and modern office in the middle of Berlin.
We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
APPLY NOW
To apply for job ID 55599, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on 20.09.2024. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org. Please send us your CV and Cover Letter:
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation or other status protected by law.
An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.
Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation or other status protected by law.
An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.
Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.
New Job Alerts
Pwc Germany
Rechtsreferendar Legal (w/m/d)
Frankfurt am Main
FULL TIME & PART TIME
November 19, 2024
View Job Description
Pwc Germany
Praktikum / Werkstudent Legal (w/m/d)
Berlin
FULL TIME & PART TIME
November 19, 2024
View Job Description
implantcast
Ingenieur:in / Meister:in / Techniker:in als Teamleiter:in Finish Medizintechnik
Buxtehude
November 19, 2024
View Job Description
Pava Partners Germany AG
Vice President/Director M&A (m/w/d)
Leipzig
FULL TIME
November 19, 2024
View Job Description
Löwenstein Medical SE & Co. KG
Leiter entwicklungsbegleitendes Qualitätsmanagement für Medizinprodukte (m/w/d)
Hamburg
November 19, 2024
View Job Description
Havas Group
Werkstudent/in im Bereich Online/ Digital Marketing (all gender)
Frankfurt am Main
PART TIME
November 19, 2024
View Job DescriptionLooking for similar job?
Abbott Laboratories
Operations Professional Development Program (PDP) - Germany
Wiesbaden
FULL TIME
August 10, 2024
View Job Description
Subway
Operations Manager – Operations Excellence (EMEA), Germany
Köln
August 6, 2024
View Job Description
Archer Daniels Midland Company
Operations Trainee Program (all genders)
Hamburg
August 7, 2024
View Job Description
Epista Life Science
Veeva Vault Managed Operations Specialist - Germany
August 2, 2024
View Job DescriptionSee What’s New: The Nature Conservancy Job Opportunities
The Nature Conservancy
Operations Manager Europe Region (m/f/d)
Berlin
September 3, 2024
View Job Description
The Nature Conservancy
Germany Partnerships and Policy Lead (m/f/d)
Berlin
FULL TIME
August 6, 2024
View Job DescriptionNew Job Alerts
Pwc Germany
Rechtsreferendar Legal (w/m/d)
Frankfurt am Main
FULL TIME & PART TIME
November 19, 2024
View Job Description
Pwc Germany
Praktikum / Werkstudent Legal (w/m/d)
Berlin
FULL TIME & PART TIME
November 19, 2024
View Job Description
implantcast
Ingenieur:in / Meister:in / Techniker:in als Teamleiter:in Finish Medizintechnik
Buxtehude
November 19, 2024
View Job Description
Pava Partners Germany AG
Vice President/Director M&A (m/w/d)
Leipzig
FULL TIME
November 19, 2024
View Job Description
Löwenstein Medical SE & Co. KG
Leiter entwicklungsbegleitendes Qualitätsmanagement für Medizinprodukte (m/w/d)
Hamburg
November 19, 2024
View Job Description
Havas Group
Werkstudent/in im Bereich Online/ Digital Marketing (all gender)
Frankfurt am Main
PART TIME
November 19, 2024
View Job Description