Executive Communications Officer at Nature Conservancy

Job Description

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); We work with local communities, governments and organizations to conserve Africa’s important places. Africa is special. Its wild lands and waters are home to incredible numbers and diversity of species living close to people. For most rural Africans, connection to place takes on unique meaning, more so than anywhere else on Earth because their daily existence depends on the productivity of their natural resources. Challenges in Africa Some 60 percent of Africa’s lands and waters – community property, in a sense – are managed by the people who live on them. These people are undoubtedly the most vulnerable on Earth. A continuing threat is their lack of control over the communal lands and waters they depend on for survival. And as the people struggle, so too does the wildlife that relies on the same resources. An absence of strong institutions and governance further compounds these challenges. Therefore, our work in Africa is focused on perfecting and exporting the best examples of community-led conservation across the continent’s vast shared lands and waters. These examples are ones that provide tangible benefits to people. Conservation has to pay to be successful.

We’re Looking for You:

Are you looking to further your career in support of nature and people? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative and durable solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate, creative, and a problem solver. By joining our regional Africa team, you will become part of a group that is a force to be reckoned with a force for nature, a force for people, and a force for our planet. Our team consists of a dedicated group leading the conservation effort on multiple fronts and expertly bringing strategy and action together. Join us!

Role Scope and Key Responsibilities:

Lead and implement integrated internal strategic communication promotions to grow staff engagement Edit thought pieces that give a voice to the Executives as TNC contributes to shaping the conversation around nature-based solutions among government and private sector audiences Develop best-in-class communications and marketing assets, for Executives including print materials and digital content Drive Executives’ brand influence through innovative strategies tied to external, high-profile events, their digital footprint, and internal platforms in ways that impact and affects the public image

What You’ll Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in communication or a related field and a minimum of 7 years of related experience or equivalent combination Experience writing, editing, and proofreading messages for targeted audiences. Experience in developing internal communications, media, and engagement strategies, and measuring results Experience working with current Marketing and Communications trends, and practices and conceiving and implementing strategic, and creative initiatives including crisis communications Experience presenting to diverse audiences including some or all the following: internal and external executives, donors, members, board members, and the public or equivalent. Experience implementing and managing multiple complex projects.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated ability to conceive and write creatively for diverse and inclusive audiences including experience in translating complex scientific or technical content into compelling communications Demonstrated experience in developing strategic, high-quality marketing products and plans as well as familiarity with creative processes. Experience developing, implementing, and measuring communication and engagement plans/strategies for both internal and external audiences. Experience in journalism or fundraising writing, editing, and familiarity with communication technologies and best practices. Knowledge and application of current, evolving trends in relevant disciplines and ability to manipulate, analyze and interpret data. Excellent presentation and verbal communication skills including experience engaging diverse audiences including some or all the following: internal and external executives, donors, members, board members, Indigenous Peoples, and local community groups and the public or equivalent Thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has experience working with many internal and external partners simultaneously Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated