Communications Manager - Global Food Systems 55199

at The Nature Conservancy in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

   OFFICE LOCATION

USA

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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 & 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% 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.