The Nature Conservancy
Communications Manager - Global Food Systems
The Nature Conservancy, New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06540
"OFFICE LOCATION USA#Li-remote#PDN 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 Communications Manager, Global Food Systems manages and implements marketing and communications plans that showcase the breadth and depth of TNC's food systems projects, programs, and partners. Reporting to the Associate Director, Global Agriculture and Land Use, they will support communications needs and opportunities and facilitate on-going communication between all parts of the globally dispersed team for global food systems workstreams, including fisheries, regenerative agriculture, and zero-conversion commodities. They coordinate digital, social and earned media components, as well as off-site event logistics as directed in program marketing and communications plans. The Communications Manager employs a variety of communication tactics to communicate goals, objectives, and mission. They may develop and foster relationships with internal and external partners. WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU We are looking for someone with experience managing communications deliverables across multiple, simultaneous projects. The Communications Manager, Global Food Systems thinks strategically to create communications materials and packages that appeal to various target audiences around the world. They will design processes that streamline marketing and communications management among team members, and work to meet project goals and metrics on schedule and on budget. The Communications Manager will have excellent writing and editing skills and project management experience. WHAT YOU'LL BRING Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum of 5 years' related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience cultivating and managing client relationships. Experience organizing and coordinating multiple projects. Experience writing, editing, and proofreading.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Multi-lingual skills appreciated. Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred. Experience implementing and measuring communication and engagement plans/strategies. Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills. 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% emplo er 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 on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ. SALARY INFORMATION The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $52,000 - $84,000 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. APPLY NOW To apply for job ID 55199, 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.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 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. https://www.eeoc.gov/eeo-policy-statement