Posted in Marketing about 12 hours ago.
Type: Full Time
Location: Arlington, Virginia
OFFICE LOCATION
United States
This position is remote within the following Western states: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, California, Wyoming, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Colorado.
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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 include a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there are lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight into TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or 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 Associate Director of and Marketing and Communications for the Western Dry Forests and Fire Program (WDFFP; the program), a division priority for The Nature Conservancy, is a key position responsible for supporting the advancement of a range of initiatives that help to transform the approach, scale, and effectiveness of management in dry forests across the western United States. This position serves as WDFFP's senior communications strategist and develops, implements, and manages marketing and communication strategies, materials, plans, and projects that build internal and external visibility, support program objectives, and advance shared communication goals of key partners.
The Associate Director of Marketing and Communications collaborates with agencies, partners, leaders, and staff to develop and implement marketing and communications efforts that help achieve WDFFP priorities. They work in close collaboration with the Director of TNC's WDFPP to meet the needs and expectations for the program's marketing and communications deliverables, as well as serve as a senior member of the WDFFP management team. They also integrate with and leverage the dispersed Western Division and other TNC program and Business Unit marketing and communications teams to extend and share ideas and resources for the benefit of the program. They develop and foster relations with key stakeholders across TNC's western states, from the Cascade Range to the Rocky Mountain Front to amplify marketing and communications efforts.
The Associate Director of Marketing and Communications implements and manages efficient and effective communications, media, and engagement plans to help drive WDFFP strategy. They identify and share priorities with key partners and implement collaborative approaches to strategic communications to advance the region's objectives. They also manage and present communication strategies and program implementation, which may include high-profile audiences like the Board of Directors and agency leadership. They manage key operational plans and may coordinate the dissemination of media information. They provide consultation and lead development of talking points for persons serving as spokesperson(s).
Responsibilities & scope:
* Develops strategic plans, oversees, and executes multiple projects, often by coordinating the efforts of various professionals both within and outside the organization.
* Identifies and leads communications initiatives to help drive strategies; collaborates with key partners and leverages local success stories toward the larger goals for the WDFFP.
* Oversees and maintains brand consistency including visual identity and messaging.
* Facilitates on-going communications between various parts of a dispersed team of division staff.
* Provides strategic guidance and oversight on communication assets such as fact sheets, infographics, newsletter, web, and social media; may also be responsible for producing and managing specific communications assets.
* Responsible for plan and budget development, resource identification, identifying potential barriers to accomplishing goals, evaluating results, and developing corrective strategies as needed.
* Works closely with conservation, science, indigenous rights relations, and government relations colleagues on WDFFP content relevant for conservation and public policy advocacy; supports policy-related asset development and deployment.
* Develops and fosters relationships with TNC communication professionals from across the region; develops, builds, and manages a regional communications network to deliver on goals.
* Responsible and accountable for meeting strategic goals and objectives
* May manage one or more professional staff and accountable for achievement of team business and professional development goals and objectives.
* Ability to influence without authority.
* Travel for business meetings, team retreats, and/or professional development.
* Other related duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will have all or some of these qualifications. If you don't have all of them, apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience:
* Multi-lingual skills appreciated.
* Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred.
* Ability to persuasively convey the mission of The Nature Conservancy to diverse groups including donors, board members, and the public.
* Excellent writing, presentation, communication, mediation, and negotiation skills.
* Familiarity with communication technologies and best practices.
* Experience managing crisis communications.
* Familiarity with communications and/or marketing strategy development and deployment.
* Experience and/or understanding of communication best practices at a decentralized, highly matrixed organization a plus.
* Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in relevant marketing disciplines. Cross-disciplinary knowledge to support program objectives.
* Highly organized with the ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
* Fosters an environment of creativity and professional growth.
* Experience and/or familiarity with communication and strategy opportunities associated with forest resilience, restoration, prescribed fire, and/or wildfire mitigation and response.
* Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum of 8 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Experience supervising staff and teams.
* Experience cultivating and managing client relationships.
* Experience in project management, developing marketing strategies and measuring results.
* Experience cultivating and managing client relationships.
* Experience supervising staff and team.
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, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We're proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $ 78,030-117,130 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
Please apply to Job 55763 at www.nature.org/careers. Submit the required cover letter and resume separately using the upload buttons. The position will remain open until filled and applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received.
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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 cultures. 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 orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
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