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Deputy Director of Conservation Communications, North America Region

$99.71k - $149.6k
Full-time

USA The Nature Conservancy

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Deputy Director of Conservation Communications, North America Region is integral to helping TNC advance its program goals in the North America Region, an area TNC defines as the United States, Canada, Micronesia and the Caribbean. It is TNC's largest region. They lead internal and external communications for the region's conservation portfolio, which includes such issues as Indigenous rights relations, equitable conservation, human rights, science, oceans and land protection. They are part of a team that also leads the region's communications related to policy and climate mitigation. Team members work to find synergies between the three bodies of work-conservation, policy and climate mitigation-so TNC can strategically and efficiently expand its influence and raise revenue in the region. This person reports to the NAR Program Communications Team's lead and has a dotted line working relationship with the region's director of conservation.

We're Looking for You:

The Deputy Director of Conservation Communications, North America Region oversees or leads the creation and implementation of communications strategies that will help advance programmatic and fundraising goals related to conservation in TNC's North America region. The strategies include such tactics as traditional media, social media, events and visual/written storytelling. They manage two or more staff. They facilitate on-going communication between all parts of the organization, particularly within the North America Marketing and Communications Division and relevant North America programs/operating units, and external stakeholders. They may work with senior executives to implement strategies to strengthen communications channels and to develop and maintain staff engagement. They develop and foster relations with key persons in selected media. They provide coaching and training related to such issues as media interviews, presentations and writing.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

  • Design, direct and manage multiple complex and various projects and initiatives, coordinating the work of other professionals, managing budget and ensuring program accountability.
  • Broad management responsibility for professional staff who are responsible for key communications projects and initiatives.
  • Accountable for meeting strategic goals and objectives.
  • Financial responsibility includes developing and managing project/program/team budget objectives, evaluating results and developing corrective strategies as needed. Provides input to departmental budget process.
  • Decisions can commit the organization's actions and resources in a way that affects public image and have program wide impact.
  • Opportunity to act independently within broad program goals. Work checked through consultation and agreement with stakeholders rather than by directives of superiors.

What You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum of 9 years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience managing staff and teams.
  • Experience developing communications, media and engagement strategies and measuring results.
  • Experience cultivating and managing client relationships.
  • Experience developing and leading complex projects or programs including financial responsibility and measuring results of strategic plans and programs.
Desired Qualifications:

  • Multi-lingual skills appreciated.
  • Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred.
  • Master's degree or extensive professional experience.
  • Management experience, including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, manage performance and help with conflict resolution on a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Excellent internal and external communications, and presentation skills; ability to persuasively convey the mission of The Nature Conservancy to various groups including donors, board members, change agents and the public.
  • Familiarity with communication technologies and best practices.
  • Experience and/or understanding of communication best practices at a decentralized organization.
  • Expressed interest and/or experience working on issues related to human rights and/or partnerships with Tribal nations and Indigenous leaders.
  • Excellent communications, mediation and negotiation skills.
  • Experience fostering an environment of creativity and professional growth.
  • Demonstrated ability in planning and managing budgets.
Salary Information:

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $99,705 - $149,600 . 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.

Who We Are:

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 respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there's many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One 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. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant's unique experience. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and stay for the people."

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 a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

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

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization 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.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!

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 View email address on us.fitly.work with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
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