Director of Water Innovation Advocacy

The Director of Water Innovation Advocacy will develop and implement policy, regulatory, funding, and partnership strategies to scale digital stormwater solutions in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon. The role supports Brightstorm’s pilot program, works with The Nature Conservancy’s Florida chapter, and transforms implementation insights into actionable pathways for broader adoption. Responsibilities & Scope Identify barriers to scaling digital water solutions (policy, regulation, funding, governance, capacity) and develop practical strategies to address them. Support the transition from pilot projects to broader adoption by defining needed changes, key stakeholders, and next steps. Bridge technical innovation with real‑world implementation conditions. Build and manage partnerships across government, utilities, NGOs, funders, and technical partners to drive adoption. Align Brightstorm’s pilot learnings with TNC’s Florida water strategy and broader outreach efforts. Represent Brightstorm in external discussions on scaling and systems change. Support development of policy, regulatory, financing, and programmatic pathways that enable wider adoption. Translate project insights into clear, actionable recommendations for decision‑makers. Help partners understand what is both innovative and feasible. Capture lessons learned and develop practical resources (briefs, playbooks, case studies) to support replication. Create scalable, adaptable models for use across regions and partner organizations. Contribute to organizational strategy, identifying opportunities for growth and scaling impact. Support donor and partner communications by clearly articulating Brightstorm’s impact. Maintain focus on implementation, measurable outcomes, and sustained momentum. What You’ll Bring BA/BS degree and 5 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including staffing, workloads and finances under deadlines. Experience in partnership development with non‑profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies. Experience negotiating. Desired Qualifications Located in, or willing to re‑locate to, Florida. Knowledge of Florida public policy landscape and relationships with key stakeholders that drive innovation within the state. Credibility in water, infrastructure, climate, environment, or public sector innovation. Strong interest in how policy, regulation, finance, and institutions shape real‑world adoption. Ability to connect strategy to implementation. Strong partnership and coalition‑building skills. Clear, persuasive writing and communication. Comfort working across sectors, disciplines, and stakeholder groups. A practical, adaptive mindset and bias toward action. Commitment to clear and consistent communication. Desire to lead in a dynamic and highly collaborative work environment. Enthusiasm for innovation, systems change, and TNC’s mission. Politically savvy. Salary Information The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $77,000–$100,000 for candidates employed in the USA. The actual pay will be based on a variety of factors, including location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Equal Opportunity Employer The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of TNC’s background screening process. #J-18808-Ljbffr USA The Nature Conservancy