Global Communications Project Coordinator

United States

Location is flexible to anywhere in the US with Eastern Standard Time being the preferred time zone. Remote and hybrid options are available.

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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.”

The Global Communications (GC) team operates at the heart of The Nature Conservancy’s (TNC’s) mission—supporting and leveraging global conservation work by providing focused communications strategies, top-tier media relations and promotions, and engaging content that targets select audiences with the power to change the future for people and nature. The Project Coordinator will support the implementation of communication strategies and tactics outlined in communication plans that aim to advance TNC’s Shared Conservation Agenda and 2030 goals. They will be part of a team which is responsible for coordination of content and promotion across the team on a project-by-project basis. They will collaborate regularly with Global Communications and other TNC staff across multiple time zones. The role will work to elevate major cross-cutting priority Communications Projects and marketing initiatives and goals primarily through project management, with occasional writing, editing, content creation and strategy support. They will operate out of TNC’s Worldwide Office in Arlington, Virginia and/or work from a remote office in the U.S.

The Global Communications Project Coordinator will support the development and implementation of communication projects and initiatives. They will work closely with various constituents such as Marketing division staff, Internal Communications, field offices, program consultants and vendors. They will play an essential function in coordinating across GC team offices and time zones, helping ensure smooth processes and information sharing. They will ensure deadlines are met by working effectively and collaboratively.

To support and lead project coordination, they will employ various institutional tools and principles to develop and execute work plans. This will range from hosting project scoping calls with our directors to setting roles, defining deliverables and timelines, etc. It will also involve preparing project overview decks, assembling project teams, setting/tracking production schedules, tracking KPIs, coordinating recap/status reports, managing project budgets, etc.

They will anticipate workflow bottlenecks and other challenges, adaptively managing to ensure the smoothest possible delivery of priority content and promotion. They will also provide critical capacity to the areas and projects of greatest import—providing assistance in writing memos and talking points for the team director to inform organizational leads of project launches. Likewise, they will work closely with Internal Communications to ensure broad staff awareness and engagement across internal channels. To further connect within the organization, they will act as a member of the divisional collective of project managers.

As the Global Communications Project Coordinator, you will:

• Organize and coordinate diverse projects and activities with many variables within Global Communications priorities as laid out by the annual Global Communications plan.
• Create visual project presentations in PowerPoint, coordinate recap reports.
• Assist in management of project/editorial calendar in Asana.
• Train in and apply TNC Highly Effectives Teams (HET) management style, along with Reccomend, Agree, Perform, Input, and Decide (RAPID) Decision-Making tools.
• Assess gaps and obstacles to recommend and implement solutions.
• Take responsibility and accountability for meeting priority goals and objectives in coordination with Communications Directors, Associate Director of Project Management & Campaigns, and other key team members.
• Does not supervise any staff but may coordinate the work of peers on departmental project teams. May supervise volunteers, interns or temporary staff.
• Identify issues and work collaboratively to resolve.
• Opportunity to act independently on assigned tasks.
• Coordinate projects and manage a timeline.
• Duties are performed under general supervision and established guidelines.
• Work within a budget to complete assigned projects or work.
• Opportunity to act independently on assigned tasks.
• Work with vendors/other parties to execute projects/deliverables.

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. Come join TNC and apply today!

The ideal candidate will have all or some of the following qualifications. If you don’t have all of them, apply anyways and tell us about your skills and experience:

• 2 to 4 years of professional experience, ideally working in sustainability/environmental communications.
• Multi-lingual skills appreciated.
• Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred.
• Experience working in an international team, across time zones.
• Strong organizational skills, time management and attention to detail.
• Basic application knowledge of project management principles.
• Experience managing client/customer relationships.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Self-starter and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Knowledge and application of current and evolving trends in marketing and strategic communication.
• Demonstrated ability to conceive and write creatively for various audiences from technical information.
• Relevant technology skills required to manage projects, prepare presentations and analyze data to construct reports.
• Practical knowledge of marketing and branding principles.
• Passion for environmental and sustainability issues and belief in TNC’s mission.
• Experience writing and/or editing communications materials.
• Experience cultivating and managing large networks, strong interpersonal communication and collaborative skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and a minimum of 2 years’ related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience organizing and coordinating projects.
• Experience proofreading and editing business documents.

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 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.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $42,00 – $68,000 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.

To apply for job ID 54880, 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.

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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.