Media Relations Manager

OFFICE LOCATION

United States

The choosen candidate must live within AZ, CO, NV, NM. Hyrbid and remote options are available.

LI-Remote

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 Media Relations Manager for the Southwest team within The Nature Conservancy's Western US and Canada Division manages and implements focused communications and media strategies that facilitate comprehension, adoption and advancement of the organization's goals and objectives.

The Media Relations Manager executes strategic communications plans to build awareness, engage target audiences, and influence conservation action.

They identify communication and media needs and opportunities in collaboration with the Southwest team's Associate Director of Marketing and Communications, as well as internal and external stakeholders.

They help elevate stories from within the Division to regional, national, and global marketing and communications teams within The Nature Conservancy.

They actively identify target audiences and cultivate media contacts on a local and regional level, and they manage, track, and report on the dissemination of media information.

They develop key messages and talking points and may write op-eds and statements. They lead on other public relations and visibility-building activities, including identifying and coordinating media tours They provide consultation, media training, coaching, and talking points to persons serving as spokesperson(s).

They collaborate with key stakeholders on crisis communications, as needed. Additionally, the Media Relations Manager may be responsible for supporting teams by writing annual report stories, newsletters, web stories and other mission-critical content.

As the Media Relations Manager, you will :

Execute media relations strategies.

Cultivate and maintain contacts within local and regional media, identify and pitch stories to those contacts, connect journalists with staff for interviews, and respond to inquiries from reporters.

In collaboration with the Associate Director of Marketing and Communications, develop key messages, talking points, op-eds, and statements.

Provide coaching and consultation to prepare non-communications staff for media interviews.

Manage assigned budget, evaluate results and execute recommendations for corrective strategies as needed.

Responsibility and accountability for meeting project goals and objectives.

Resolve complex issues i ndependently within program area.

Opportunity to act independently within program goals.

Travel may be required for business meetings, edia opportunities requiring field support, trainings and staff retreats.

May supervise one or more professional staff and / or intern.

Other related duties as assigned.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

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

Multi-lingual skills appreciated.Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred.Experience developing, implementing and measuring communication and engagement strategies.

Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills.Experience communicating science and / or conservation concepts to diverse audiences including journalists, donors, board members and the public.

Experience pitching stories to media outlets.Experience and understanding of work with Indigenous cultures.Knowledge of conservation issues and key markets in the Southwest US.

Experience managing a budget.Familiarity with communication technologies and best practices.Knowledge and application of current and evolving trends in media relations, marketing and communications.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum 7 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience managing and implementing media strategies and measuring results.

Experience writing, editing and proofreading messages for targeted audiences.

Experience cultivating and managing client relationships.

Experience developing media relations networks.

Experience implementing and managing multiple complex projects.

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 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 $59,000 - 88,000 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 55485, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https : / / careers.nature.org / .

Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected].

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportuni ty 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, disabi