Communications Manager

  • The Nature Conservancy
  • Texas
  • Jun 21, 2021
Full time Business Manager Communications Marketing Communications PR Social Media

Job Description

OFFICE LOCATION

San Antonio, Texas, USA

Flexible within Texas, San Antonio, Austin or Houston are preferred

A LITTLE ABOUT US

Evolving since 1951, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. Working in over 80 countries and territories, and across all 50 states, we are tackling climate change, conserving lands, and protecting waters and oceans at an unprecedented scale. Our vision is a world where the diversity of life thrives, and people are moved to care for nature--both for its own sake and for the ways it enriches our everyday lives.

While our vision is global, our commitment is local; we build solutions together with communities, governments and businesses on the issues unfolding right in their backyards. At the heart of this work are relationships, and they are guided by respect for all people, honor for communities and culture, and an unwavering commitment to diversity.   

To learn more, visit http://www.nature.org/texas or follow @nature_texas on Twitter.

YOUR POSITION WITH TNC

The Communications Manager is invaluable. Communicating the stories of our conservation successes and relaying the importance and urgency of environmental protection are hallmarks of this position. Going out in the field—when possible—to learn firsthand from our scientists and partners, participating in strategic communications meetings and creative brainstorms; this is ideal for a person who loves to write, report, and collaborate with team members who are equal parts dedicated, smart, committed, and enthusiastic about bringing to life the mission of The Nature Conservancy. The Communications Manager writes and edits a variety of communications materials, in addition to media relations, strategic communications, some social media work and managing regular communications pieces such as newsletters and webinars. As a media liaison and communications manager for the state’s chapter, this role is a key position on the marketing team, and as such it presents opportunities for creativity, storytelling and significant contributions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Communications Manager is responsible for implementing and managing communication and media tactics as outlined in approved strategies and plans. They help facilitate ongoing communication between all parts of the globally dispersed marketing division internal and external stakeholders and reporters—and identifies communication and media needs and opportunities within the purview. They help develop broad strategic communications plans, key messages and talking points, as needed. They research, write and distribute a wide variety of communication materials including but not limited to: op-eds, news releases, web articles, webinars and social media posts as directed in program marketing plans. The Communications Manager employs a variety of tactics to communicate goals, objectives and mission.  They actively identify target audiences and cultivates media contacts on a local and national level. They will work on events and executive visibility for the state’s chapter as needed. They may develop and foster relationships with internal and external partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

  • Serves as the team lead on assigned communication and/or media initiatives
  • Works directly with reporters to pitch chapter’s stories to and respond to inbound media requests
  • Works closely with marketing team members to ensure our projects are aligned with our internal editorial content strategy as well as conservation goals and objectives
  • Manages and implements communications projects to raise our visibility in key markets as appropriate: Producing webinars or managing outside events as is appropriate and/ or safe; overseeing content for and production of our monthly e-newsletter; contributing social media content
  • Collaborates with the chapter’s staff and marketing team to manage reputational risk issues—including drafting talking points, holding statements and other communications materials as necessary
  • Responsibility and accountability for meeting assigned project goals and objectives.
  • Resolves issues independently within a program area
  • Opportunity to act independently within program goals
  • May work with vendors/other parties to execute projects/deliverables
  • Write various materials for the State Director, including op-eds, proposals and other pieces as they’re assigned.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field and a minimum 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
  • Experience developing media relations networks
  • Familiarity with communication technologies—including social media platforms and tools—and best practices
  • Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills
  • Knowledge and application of current and evolving trends in relevant discipline
  • Experience leading or managing project

HOW TO APPLY

To apply to position number 49856, submit resume (required) and cover letter separately using the upload buttons. Applications will be reviewed in the order they’re received and the position will remain open until filled.

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The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity 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, 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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