Associate Director of Marketing and Communications

What We Can Achieve Together :

The Nevada Associate Director of Marketing and Communications implements and manages marketing and communications strategies and plans that align with the overall goals for The Nature Conservancy's Nevada Business Unit (NVBU). They will also serve as the primary marcoms partner for our division's Climate and Renewable Energy priority. They will provide direction over marketing programs and / or initiatives and coordinate with other division marketing staff and teams to ensure efficiencies and high impact toward marketing goals. They will report to the Southwest Marketing and Communications Director and have dotted line reporting to the NV State Director.

As the Nevada Associate Director of Marketing and Communications, you will :

The Nevada Associate Director of Marketing and Communications is responsible for the management and implementation of strategic marketing programs to build awareness, engage stakeholders, influence conservation action, and achieve revenue goals. They manage all aspects of specific programs and projects, including supervision of staff. The Associate Director works closely with marketing leaders within the Western US and Canada Division, particularly the Southwest geography team, and key internal and external stakeholders, including the NV BU executive team, the Climate and Renewable Energy program director, board of trustees, philanthropy colleagues, conservation staff and government relations teams to ensure delivery of programs through marcoms activities. with key stakeholders to ensure product delivery is consistent with the marketing goals and strategies through the alignment of staff, vendors and team efforts to match priorities set by senior management. They manage the budget and operational delivery of branding principles, whether applied internally or with external partners. They are responsible for relationships with internal partner(s) or key stakeholder group(s).

They provide direct counsel to the NV BU leadership team and peers on communications and marketing strategies to accelerate outcomes. They partner with peers as the marketing and communications lead on a variety of strategic initiatives that span philanthropic, conservation and policy functions. They establish priorities, goals and metrics, develop project plans, budgets and schedules with input and buy-in from key stakeholders and team members. They ensure storytelling content is representative of, and sensitive to the diverse people and communities we work alongside. They assess opportunities to share content through our division and global TNC channels and evaluate opportunities to integrate global stories into local marcoms initiatives.

Location : Must be in the office 2x per week at minimum at either the Las Vegas or Reno office.

We're Looking for You

The ideal candidate will have all or some of these qualifications. If you don't have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience :

• Multi-lingual skills appreciated.
• Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred.
• Management experience that includes ability to lead, motivate, set objectives and manage performance and conflict resolution.
• Fosters an environment of creativity and professional growth.
• Excellent writing, presentation, communication, mediation and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge, interest and experience in communicating about climate and renewable energy programs or projects within the Western US.
• Ability to persuasively convey the mission of The Nature Conservancy to diverse groups including donors, board members, and the public.
• Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in relevant marketing disciplines. Cross-disciplinary knowledge to support program objectives.
• Demonstrated ability in managing the fiduciary aspects of planning and delivery of budgets.

What You'll Bring :

Salary Information :

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $80,000 - $100,000. 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.

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.

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