at The Nature Conservancy in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU
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. We’re looking for someone with strong experience in providing direct support to a senior manager or high-level business unit director!
The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience designing, organizing, and directing high level administrative tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!
The ideal candidate will have all or some of the qualifications. If you don’t have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or 8 years related experience or equivalent combination.
- Strong organizational skills, accuracy, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
- Ability to implement complex processes.
- Ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results.
- Experience generating reports and analyzing and interpreting data.
- Demonstrated experience using diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate staff.
- Experience coordinating projects.
- Successful experience implementing strategic program goals.
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Bachelor’s degree and 3 years related experience or equivalent combination.
- Experience organizing time and managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience managing the schedule and contacts of a senior leader.
- Experience with database management.
- Experience working across departments.
- Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
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 $83,000.00 – $91,000.00 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 56692, 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.
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