Conservation Trust of Puerto Rico The Conservation Trust of Puerto Rico is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to secure

functional and healthy ecosystems in the islands of Puerto Rico, and to instill in their inhabitants a sense of responsibility toward the conservation of our natural resources, so that we may count on the ecosystem services that will help us achieve our social, economic and quality-of-life goals. The Conservation Trust of Puerto Rico believes that we can achieve our full potential, both individually and collectively, if we can sustain the ecosystem services of the islands of Puerto Rico and respect all forms of life with which we share our natural environment. The Trust carries out this mission by acquiring natural areas and constituting conservation easements, among other mechanisms. As part of its mission, the Trust develops educational programs that focus on generating public awareness and actions that meet the needs of protecting and conserving the islands natural areas. In addition, it directs a program of tree nurseries dedicated to the propagation, distribution and planting of endemic and native trees in Puerto Rico. The people of Puerto Rico are the only beneficiaries of the Puerto Rico Conservation Trust. If you have a passion for protecting the ecosystems of the islands of Puerto Rico, you may consider joining our team. We are seeking candidates for the following position: Position: External Resources Officer Quantity: 1 Full Time Position Site: Central Office in San Juan, PR (Calle Tetan 155, Old San Juan) General Summary The primary purpose of this position is to provide assistance in the development and/or enhancement of Development infrastructure, namely the grants and foundation component and to serve as a point of contact for CTPR staff engaged in proposal implementation and collaborations related to nature protection and conservation. This position will assist in ensuring that CTPRs sponsored projects remain in compliance with the terms of their agreement. This position will police the reporting actions during the life of the award to ensure its compliance, and will serve as liaison between the Development Office and CTPR units, regions and properties. Requirements 1. Bachelor Degree 2. Technology proficient Word, Excel, Power Point and Fundraising database a plus (Salesforce) 3. Fully Bilingual. Written and oral English and Spanish communication skills 4. Strong belief in the mission of the Conservation Trust of Puerto Rico 5. Detail and results oriented 6. Positive, perseverant and sunny personality 7. Team player 8. Self-starter 9. Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays and extended hours.

Essential Functions 1. Perform pre-award services including planning and data collection for grant writing, pursuant to CTPRs guidelines and procedures for CTPRs divisions, regions and properties. 2. Collaborate and facilitate intra- and interdepartmental collaborative project implementation efforts among CTPRs staff. 3. Collaborate in the planning and offering of workshops and orientation sessions on external funded project compliance and administrative procedures to CTPR staff. 4. Enter and maintain proposal and project awards in the Grants Module in Salesforce. 5. Prepare periodic reports of proposal submissions and project reporting compliance. 6. Attend professional meetings, workshops and seminars to keep abreast of sponsored program administration. 7. Establish and maintain official hard copy and database record for all sponsored projects. 8. Input data to create and printout an administrative profile of each sponsored project. 9. Monitor each sponsored project at CTPR to ensure the timely submission of all technical and administrative reports required by the sponsoring agency. 10. Other related tasks. Safety for Others 1. Confidentiality of information related to sponsored projects must be safeguarded. 2. Discretion must be exercised relative to dissemination of project sensitive information. Dynamics of Work 1. There are intense periods when the employee must move expeditiously from one important task to another. This is due to the nature of the Development Office and the need to minimize potential liabilities to CTPR. 2. The employee must also respond to the frequent changes in federal regulations pertaining to the administration of sponsored programs. 3. Manages multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment. 4. Exercises best practices of sponsored project management. Guides, Regulations, Policies and References Used by Employee 1. The employee uses numerous resources and tools daily to complete post-award tasks. They include OMB Circulars, other agency specific guides, and policies and procedures of CTPR.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1. The employee must be able to work both independently and collaboratively with other administrative personnel. 2. Must have demonstrated knowledge of the structure of and regulations associated with external sponsors. 3. Attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy. 4. Strong team-building skills with well-developed interpersonal skills to work with and provide a high level of support to CTPR staff. 5. A high degree of flexibility and adaptability. 6. Ability to mobilize resources necessary to complete projects and achieve goals. Direct Supervision 5. This position reports to the Chief Development Officer. 6. The position is assisted in interpreting various agency guidelines and in resolving policy and procedural matters. 7. The position is briefed each time there are major changes to federal regulations and CTPR policies and procedures. 8. This position receives special assignments, work priorities, and deadlines from the Chief Development Officer. 9. The position confers with supervisor on policy questions when needed. 10. This position has responsibility for broad administrative services. 11. This position must receive supervisor approval for transactions that require the signature of authorized CTPR officials. If you meet the requirements mentioned above and would like to be a part of our organization, please send us your resume to resume@fideicomiso.org.

Conservation Trust of Puerto Rico is an Equal Opportunity Employer