Director of Marketing and Communications, NE, KS, OK
The Nature Conservancy - Kansas City, Kansas, United States, 66115![The Nature Conservancy](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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OFFICE LOCATION
Kansas City, KS, USA
Hybrid role based out of KS, NE, or OK. #Li-hybrid #LI-DC1
\ 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 Marketing and Communications Director, NE, KS, OK, develops and implements integrated marketing, communications, and engagement strategies. You aim to achieve donor engagement, facilitate conservation action, support policy outcomes, and build member/prospect interest and retention in NE, KS, OK
You will develop and implement integrated, efficient and effective marketing and communications strategies to deliver on both divisional and NE, KS, OK goals to tell the story of TNC internally and externally. You lead a team to manage and implement strategic marketing plans incorporating various communications platforms and narratives. You provide direct counsel to the BU leadership teams on communications and marketing strategies to accelerate outcomes. You partner closely with senior peers within the chapters as the marketing and communications lead on a variety of strategic initiatives that span philanthropic, conservation, policy and awareness/engagement functions.
You will be adept at leading a variety of endeavors including content creation, visibility efforts, strategic communications and messaging, media relations and digital marketing efforts. The candidate must be an exceptional relationship manager with the ability to influence for outcomes. You will develop a strategic and long-term vision for identifying and deepening supporter engagement (particularly among high-net-worth donor prospects) and raising the profile of TNC\'s conservation strategies in NE, KS, OK. The Director will elevate TNC\'s messaging across media and a diverse audience and contribute to building meaningful connections between programs and projects with decision-makers, corporate partners, donors, local communities, and the media.
You will champion TNC\'s culture, commitment to diversity and respect for people and communities in all aspects of organizational communication. Occasional travel is required for business meetings, training, and/or team retreats. This position reports to the Director of Marketing and Communications, Great Plains, with a strong \'dotted line\' to the NE, KS, OK State Directors.
You will:
Drive the development of communication and marketing plans from concept to execution.Build a clear outcomes-based communications strategy to foster and maintain a strong connection to TNC\'s conservation agenda and inclusive culture with internal and external audiences.Create visibility opportunities for the chapter and executive director to further elevate TNC\'s position as a leading voice and expert resource on conservation issues in NE, KS, OK. Efforts may focus on donors, partners or legislators.Work collaboratively across all functions to discover, develop and amplify compelling stories that speak to diverse audiences.Develop, mentor and coach a high-performing marketing team to cultivate their talents, career development and well-being.Act as strategic partner to the NE, KS, OK Leadership Team. Help to design, align and execute visibility and engagement programs/events in key communities/outlets.Develop and manage budget, evaluate results and develop corrective strategies as needed.Take on a leadership role, working closely with the BU leadership teams as well as its trustees and advisors, and share responsibility for the Chapter\'s performance and culture.
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