Position Overview

The Lincoln Institute is looking for an experienced, strategic and highly motivated Senior Analyst, Land Conservation, to join our Land and Water team. As a member of our team, the Senior Analyst will contribute their leadership abilities and substantive expertise in land conservation policy and practice to drive the success of land conservation programs within the Institute. The Analyst will work closely with the Associate Director of Sustainably Managed Land and Water Resources and others to design, implement, assess, and increase the reach, impact and sustainability of the International Land Conservation Network and other land conservation programs and projects globally. Your team values teamwork, a collaborative mindset, a global perspective, respect for diversity, initiative-taking, listening skills, honesty, and reliability.  

This is a full-time position located in Cambridge, MA at 37.5 hours/week reporting to the Associate Director for Sustainably Managed Land and Water Resources. While we anticipate this position to be based in Cambridge, MA, candidates interested in a hybrid arrangement with our Washington D.C. office will also be considered.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the planning, design, management, execution, and evaluation of programs, projects, and activities that advance the strategic objectives of the land conservation team within the Land and Water portfolio of the Institute. These include, but are not limited to, the International Land Conservation Network (ILCN) and Building Capacity for Large Landscape Conservation programs (LLC).

• Facilitate and contribute to the development and regular monitoring of land conservation programs, project strategy, and multi-year planning.

• Conduct policy-relevant research, with guidance from supervisor and Land and Water policy staff, on key issues and topics in private and civic land conservation. Synthesize and present this research through the writing and dissemination of knowledge products including: publications, case studies, reports, newsletter articles, webinars, and digital tools.

• Build relationships, conduct outreach, and work closely with others to enhance the team’s efforts to increase representation and participation from Africa, Australasia, Latin America and both South and Southeast Asia in our global network, and to reflect the breadth of the network on the ILCN’s network map.

• Represent the team at key meetings, conferences and events in the United States and around the globe to build, grow, and strengthen relationships, translate complex concepts into policy- and practice-relevant recommendations, and share the scope and impact of our work amongst various internal and external audiences.

• Assist in the development of curricula, courses, training, and education efforts of our Land and Water portfolio (i.e., online training, study tours, colloquia, peer-learning exchanges, etc.)

• Ensure efficient project management processes for projects and activities within land conservation programs, working with the land conservation team to prepare workplans, track progress, and capture learning in line with the Institute’s best practices.

• Initiate the collection and documentation of ideas to identify opportunities and develop new programs or projects through the collaboration of partners within the Institute and externally.

• Facilitate Steering Committee and advisory calls and follow-up accordingly.

• Lead planning and program development for conferences and meetings.

• Manage contracts and assist in the review and follow-up of deliverables and publications from partners.

• Take initiative in identifying, contacting, cultivating, and pursuing development prospects while writing proposals for donors and foundations, providing reports, and other materials.

• Develop, track and report on relevant program and project budgets.

• Work effectively on routine administrative and operational matters with Institute staff.

• Participate in relevant initiatives as appropriate.

• Undertake special projects and other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• 6 or more years of experience applying your skills and expertise to real-world questions related to public policy, organizational management, environmental management, environmental science, environmental policy or other relevant fields.
• Graduate degree, or additional equivalent experience in public policy, organizational management, environmental management, environmental science, environmental policy or other relevant disciplines is strongly preferred.
• Expertise in the field of land conservation in the public, private, and non-profit sectors with a strong working comprehension of key concepts in the areas of conservation finance, land management and stewardship, conservation law and policy, and organizational management and governance.
• Demonstrated research, writing, and public speaking skills reflecting excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Positive, professional, and collaborative mindset
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Outstanding attention to detail and follow-through
• Problem-solving skills - able to find new solutions to problems
• Creative and proactive in taking initiative to improve programs
• Positive “can-do” approach to work and team spirit
• Flexible, adaptable, dependable, tactful
• Efficient, able to prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to effectively build relationships with individuals from a variety of diverse cultures and backgrounds, adapting to different expectations and work styles.
• Able to travel both within and outside the US, up to 25% of time
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Our Mission

The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy seeks to improve quality of life through the effective use, taxation, and stewardship of land. A nonprofit private operating foundation whose origins date to 1946, the Lincoln Institute researches and recommends creative approaches to land as a solution to economic, social, and environmental challenges. Through education, training, publications, and events, we integrate theory and practice to inform public policy decisions worldwide. With locations in Cambridge, Massachusetts; Washington, DC; Phoenix; and Beijing, we organize our work around three thematic areas: Land and Water; Land and Fiscal Systems; and Land and Communities

Compensation Overview

The salary market range for this role is $84,000 - $90,000 depending on the level of education and years of experience.

Our Benefits

Benefits highlights include but are not limited to (a) 3x employer contribution towards retirement matching your employee contribution up to 15%, (b) health insurance, (c) dental insurance, (d) vision insurance, (e) 100% reimbursement of the health care deductible through a health reimbursement account, (f) short-term disability coverage, (g) long term disability coverage, (h) paid parental leave, (i) voluntary insurances such as accident insurance, (j) health care flexible spending, (k) dependent care flexible spending, (l) paid time off for holidays, vacation, personal, sick, bereavement, and jury duty, (m) office closure between December 24 – Jan 1 each calendar year, (n) flexible schedule and option for a compressed 4 day workweek, (o) tuition and staff development reimbursement, (p) pet insurance, and (q) Employee Assistance Program.

Our Values

We support a culture of forthright feedback, initiative, cooperation and teamwork, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and accepting responsibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), ancestry, citizenship status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Lincoln Institute of Land Policy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Non-Smoking Organization

Lincoln Institute of Land Policy is a Non-Smoking organization. Smoking and the use of tobacco products are prohibited at all times and on all property owned, leased, or under the control of Lincoln Institute of Land Policy at all times, including, but not limited to indoor and outdoor grounds, walkways and sidewalks, parking lots, company vehicles, and private vehicles parked on Lincoln Institute of Land Policy property.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.