Job Description:

OFFICE LOCATION

United States

This role is open to candidates based in the United States or in London, UK. Remote and hybrid options are available.

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WHO WE ARE

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Associate Director of Communications NatureVest implements and manages communication strategies and plans that align with the overall goals for an operating unit, program initiative.

The Associate Director of Communications for NatureVest reports into the Director of Marketing and Communications, Transformative Strategies and sits within the Global Marketings and Communications (GMC) team. They develop, implement, and manage multi-year marketing and communications strategy to help deliver NatureVest's investment and business development objectives, in support of TNC's 2030 Goals. The role will collaborate with NatureVest leadership to agree on outcomes to drive awareness and influence with key audiences, while also supporting NatureVest's communications obligations under its closed impact investment portfolio.

As the Associate Director of Communications for NatureVest, you will:

• Designs, develops, implements, and manages a multi-year marketing and communications strategy for NatureVest
• Identifies and tracks the key audiences that we need to reach and influence to achieve our 2030 Goals
• Develops a clear and compelling narrative for NatureVest that resonates with investors/partners
• Map an events-centered strategy: where and how NV should show up at global conferences and events
• Work with the wider Marketing and Communications (MAC) Division to optimize the right channels in support of outcomes.
• Collaborate with GMC colleagues on major conservation announcements that involve NatureVest, to communicate complex deals
• Manages one member of staff, accountable for the delivery of agreed key results, and budget allocation

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

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.
• A track record of managing deal communications and in-depth knowledge of the finance sector, particularly impact investing, sustainable businesses and multi-stakeholder deals
• Extensive experience in financial communications - this could be in-house or with an agency.
• Experience in project management, developing communications, media and engagement strategies and measuring results.
• Experience cultivating and managing client relationships and working with C-suite leadership
• Experience developing, implementing and measuring communication and engagement plans/strategies.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to persuasively convey the mission of The Nature Conservancy to diverse groups including donors, board members, and the public.
• Demonstrated ability in managing the fiduciary aspects of planning and delivery of budgets.
• Excellent writing, presentation, communication, mediation and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with communication technologies and best practices.
• Experience and/or understanding of communication best practices at a decentralized organization a plus.
• Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in relevant marketing disciplines. Cross disciplinary knowledge to support program objectives.
• Management experience that includes ability to lead, motivate, set objectives and manage performance and conflict resolution.
• Fosters an environment of creativity and professional growth.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• 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.

WHAT WE BRING

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into 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 and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.

SALARY INFORMATION

This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, taking into consideration legal restrictions, such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times. For U.S. based applicants only, the starting pay range for this position is generally within the range of $73,000- 115,000 for annual base salary and is based on location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency, the pay range will be based on the local labor market, and not tied to the above pay range. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and used to determine your actual pay range. Additionally, for all applicants, actual pay will fall within a range based on a variety of factors including, for example, the candidate's qualifications, specific skills, and experience.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 55791, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

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, gender identity, 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.

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.

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