The Nature Conservancy
Florida
Who We Are
The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes 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 on Glassdoor .
Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.” To learn more, visit www.nature.org .
What We Can Achieve Together
We are currently seeking an engaging and innovative State Director to lead the Florida Business Unit, while partnering closely with the Southern Division as we execute on our ambitious conservation goals. This position provides the unique opportunity to have a significant conservation impact in Florida, regionally, and beyond.
The Nature Conservancy has worked in Florida since 1961, protecting over 1.3M acres of Florida’s critical lands and waters and serving as a trusted partner in federal, state, and local land, water, and climate initiatives. It currently has a talented staff of 85 located across the state, an operating budget of ~$15 million, an engaged board of trustees, and a robust conservation agenda framed by a recently adopted Strategic Plan.
Since The Nature Conservancy’s founding in 1951, it has become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world touching down in six continents and over 70 countries world-wide. The organization is currently focused on the dual and related conservation threats of climate change and biodiversity loss and has established a set of 2030 conservation goals that the organization is working together to achieve.
The Florida State Director has the unique opportunity to help create a shared, multi-state vision for how to maximize conservation outcomes within Florida and across the Southern U.S. Division, comprised of 10 state chapters from Virginia and Kentucky southward to Florida and Louisiana, that contribute towards TNC’s organizational goals. Increasingly and fundamentally, the State Director collaborates with others across the Southern Division and beyond to build partnerships and support the most critical organization-wide impacts, strategies, and projects that align and meet the overall greater initiatives of Florida, the Southern Division and organization. The State Director reports to the Southern Division Director.
The State Director leads staff and trustees, cultivates new and existing donors, expands partnerships, and builds a broader constituency for conservation across the state. As a leader in the Florida conservation movement, the State Director plays a primary role collaborating with partner organizations, government agencies, elected officials and other key decision-makers to build alliances and shared agendas that advance science-driven conservation outcomes in Florida, across the South, and globally. The State Director is accountable for the chapter’s success in implementing TNC’s global conservation approach, producing measurable results, upholding organizational values, and supporting the ongoing work of equity while leading an inclusive workplace culture. The State Director is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) in the Chapter’s work and culture.
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 leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team and who is a passionate, motivated problem-solver and an excellent communicator.
The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication, listening and collaboration skills, while also being able to make hard, transparent decisions in a matrixed and sometimes ambiguous environment. The ideal candidate will also have the emotional intelligence and disposition to build trust and lead the organization forward in ways that are equitable, fair and inclusive, while also being willing/able to navigate difficult or potentially contentious conversations. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be a big picture thinker who can articulate and align Florida’s strategies, programs, and projects with the larger TNC organization. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 7 years of management experience as a leader in the conservation arena, non-profit sector, advocacy or related for-profit areas.
Extensive and proven management experience including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and manage performance of a large multi-disciplinary team.
Written and verbal fluency in English is required.
Superb communication and presentation skills required.
Experience communicating with and presenting to diverse audiences including donors, board members, employees, outside partners, governmental officials, etc.
Experience in marketing and communications, fundraising, and budget management.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Success as an inspirational leader who has successfully motivated staff to achieve and sustain excellence.
Proven managerial talent in budgeting, staffing, and performance management.
High energy, forward thinking, creative individual with high ethical standards. Outstanding leadership and visionary qualities and able to work effectively with and through others in a decentralized and geographically dispersed organization.
Proven technical skills, analytical ability, good judgement, and strong operational focus.
Ability to lead with empathy while creating a culture of accountability.
Well organized and self-directed; politically savvy and a team player.
Experience gained both in and outside the U.S. preferred. Demonstrated commitment to developing ad practicing global literacy a must.
Awareness of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles and practice in the conservation field, and commitment to advancing DEI in operational and programmatic contexts.
Proven talent in hiring, developing, and retaining staff.
Proven skills in board development, recruitment, and engagement.
Familiarity with Florida including its natural systems, environmental stressors/threats, politics, and key stakeholders.
WHAT WE’LL BRING
The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits on the “Culture” tab on nature.org/careers.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
How to Apply
Please apply to Job 52782 at www.nature.org/careers , or apply directly HERE . Submit required cover letter and resume separately using the upload buttons. Applications will be reviewed in the order they’re received, and the position will remain open until filled.
Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org .
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.
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 cultures. 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 orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
Who We Are
The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes 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 on Glassdoor .
Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.” To learn more, visit www.nature.org .
What We Can Achieve Together
We are currently seeking an engaging and innovative State Director to lead the Florida Business Unit, while partnering closely with the Southern Division as we execute on our ambitious conservation goals. This position provides the unique opportunity to have a significant conservation impact in Florida, regionally, and beyond.
The Nature Conservancy has worked in Florida since 1961, protecting over 1.3M acres of Florida’s critical lands and waters and serving as a trusted partner in federal, state, and local land, water, and climate initiatives. It currently has a talented staff of 85 located across the state, an operating budget of ~$15 million, an engaged board of trustees, and a robust conservation agenda framed by a recently adopted Strategic Plan.
Since The Nature Conservancy’s founding in 1951, it has become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world touching down in six continents and over 70 countries world-wide. The organization is currently focused on the dual and related conservation threats of climate change and biodiversity loss and has established a set of 2030 conservation goals that the organization is working together to achieve.
The Florida State Director has the unique opportunity to help create a shared, multi-state vision for how to maximize conservation outcomes within Florida and across the Southern U.S. Division, comprised of 10 state chapters from Virginia and Kentucky southward to Florida and Louisiana, that contribute towards TNC’s organizational goals. Increasingly and fundamentally, the State Director collaborates with others across the Southern Division and beyond to build partnerships and support the most critical organization-wide impacts, strategies, and projects that align and meet the overall greater initiatives of Florida, the Southern Division and organization. The State Director reports to the Southern Division Director.
The State Director leads staff and trustees, cultivates new and existing donors, expands partnerships, and builds a broader constituency for conservation across the state. As a leader in the Florida conservation movement, the State Director plays a primary role collaborating with partner organizations, government agencies, elected officials and other key decision-makers to build alliances and shared agendas that advance science-driven conservation outcomes in Florida, across the South, and globally. The State Director is accountable for the chapter’s success in implementing TNC’s global conservation approach, producing measurable results, upholding organizational values, and supporting the ongoing work of equity while leading an inclusive workplace culture. The State Director is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) in the Chapter’s work and culture.
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 leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team and who is a passionate, motivated problem-solver and an excellent communicator.
The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication, listening and collaboration skills, while also being able to make hard, transparent decisions in a matrixed and sometimes ambiguous environment. The ideal candidate will also have the emotional intelligence and disposition to build trust and lead the organization forward in ways that are equitable, fair and inclusive, while also being willing/able to navigate difficult or potentially contentious conversations. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be a big picture thinker who can articulate and align Florida’s strategies, programs, and projects with the larger TNC organization. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 7 years of management experience as a leader in the conservation arena, non-profit sector, advocacy or related for-profit areas.
Extensive and proven management experience including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and manage performance of a large multi-disciplinary team.
Written and verbal fluency in English is required.
Superb communication and presentation skills required.
Experience communicating with and presenting to diverse audiences including donors, board members, employees, outside partners, governmental officials, etc.
Experience in marketing and communications, fundraising, and budget management.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Success as an inspirational leader who has successfully motivated staff to achieve and sustain excellence.
Proven managerial talent in budgeting, staffing, and performance management.
High energy, forward thinking, creative individual with high ethical standards. Outstanding leadership and visionary qualities and able to work effectively with and through others in a decentralized and geographically dispersed organization.
Proven technical skills, analytical ability, good judgement, and strong operational focus.
Ability to lead with empathy while creating a culture of accountability.
Well organized and self-directed; politically savvy and a team player.
Experience gained both in and outside the U.S. preferred. Demonstrated commitment to developing ad practicing global literacy a must.
Awareness of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles and practice in the conservation field, and commitment to advancing DEI in operational and programmatic contexts.
Proven talent in hiring, developing, and retaining staff.
Proven skills in board development, recruitment, and engagement.
Familiarity with Florida including its natural systems, environmental stressors/threats, politics, and key stakeholders.
WHAT WE’LL BRING
The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits on the “Culture” tab on nature.org/careers.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
How to Apply
Please apply to Job 52782 at www.nature.org/careers , or apply directly HERE . Submit required cover letter and resume separately using the upload buttons. Applications will be reviewed in the order they’re received, and the position will remain open until filled.
Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org .
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.
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 cultures. 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 orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or on Glassdoor .
Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”
Since 1978, The Nature Conservancy helped to create or expand 31 state parks and natural areas, 20 state Wildlife Management Areas, and nine national parks, forests and wildlife refuges in Tennessee, in addition to establishing our own system of nature preserves. Between the iconic Great Smoky Mountains and the Mississippi River, the Volunteer State is renowned for its forests, rivers, caves, farmland, vibrant cities and one of the nation’s fastest growing economies. Tennessee is situated at the crossroads of a converging network of resilient and connected forests with some of the most biodiverse rivers in the country. Never has conservation of Tennessee's nature mattered more.
What We Can Achieve Together:
The Tennessee State Director functions as manager and conservation strategist for The Nature Conservancy in Tennessee. They are accountable for Tennessee’s success in implementing TNC’s conservation approach, producing measurable conservation results and maintaining organizational values. They ensure outcomes are achieved in priority areas that fall within the operating unit’s responsibilities, and contributes intellectual, financial, and/or human resources to the formulation and execution of priority cross-boundary efforts. They support the alignment of activities by securing, coordinating, and configuring resources, capacity, and programs to address the most critical organization-wide projects, threats and strategies. They are responsible for collaborating with others on the procurement and application of resources to address the conservation priorities established by TNC, both in their ecoregion(s)/operating unit and in areas beyond their span of authority. They serve as the primary local spokesperson for TNC to internal and external audiences (including staff, volunteers, the Board of Trustees, public and private donors, government agencies and officials, community leaders and other partners) and cultivates those audiences to support and promote TNC’s mission and vision.
The Tennessee State Director partners with the Director of Philanthropy and Communications on strategic fundraising and marketing for the Chapter, including approving budgets and setting priorities which dictate private and public fundraising goals and in engaging Tennessee’s Board of Trustees. They support philanthropy staff in the cultivation and direct solicitation of donors and government relations staff in policy strategy and advocacy to secure public funding to meet revenue goals.
The Tennessee State Director reports to the Southern U.S. Division (SUSD) Director and plays an active role on the SUSD in supporting the conservation priorities that help maximize the Division’s collective contributions to realizing the Conservancy’s 2030 goals.
We’re Looking for You:
Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is a passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!
What You’ll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 7 years of experience as a leader in the conservation arena, non-profit sector, advocacy, or related for-profit area.
Management experience including leading and managing a large multi-disciplinary team.
Written and verbal fluency in English is required.
Experience communicating with and presenting to diverse audiences including donors, board members, employees, outside partners, or equivalent.
Experience in fundraising and budget management.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 7-10 years’ experience as a proven leader in the conservation arena, non-profit sector, advocacy, or related for-profit area, including demonstrated experience producing results and meeting program/department goals.
Strong business acumen and extensive management experience including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and manage performance of a large multi-disciplinary team.
Success as an inspirational leader who has successfully motivated staff to achieve and sustain excellence. Proven managerial talent in budgeting, staffing, and performance management.
High energy, forward thinking, creative individual with high ethical standards. Outstanding leadership and visionary qualities and able to work effectively with and through others in a decentralized and geographically dispersed organization.
Proven technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus. Demonstrated operational, implementation and detail-oriented perspective.
Well organized and self-directed; politically savvy and a team player.
Successful experience in marketing or fund raising desired.
Experience gained both in and outside the U.S. preferred. Demonstrated commitment to developing and demonstrating global literacy a must.
Awareness of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles and practice in the conservation field, and commitment to advancing DEI in operational and programmatic contexts.
What We Bring:
Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!
The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.
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 cultures. 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 orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or on Glassdoor .
Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”
Since 1978, The Nature Conservancy helped to create or expand 31 state parks and natural areas, 20 state Wildlife Management Areas, and nine national parks, forests and wildlife refuges in Tennessee, in addition to establishing our own system of nature preserves. Between the iconic Great Smoky Mountains and the Mississippi River, the Volunteer State is renowned for its forests, rivers, caves, farmland, vibrant cities and one of the nation’s fastest growing economies. Tennessee is situated at the crossroads of a converging network of resilient and connected forests with some of the most biodiverse rivers in the country. Never has conservation of Tennessee's nature mattered more.
What We Can Achieve Together:
The Tennessee State Director functions as manager and conservation strategist for The Nature Conservancy in Tennessee. They are accountable for Tennessee’s success in implementing TNC’s conservation approach, producing measurable conservation results and maintaining organizational values. They ensure outcomes are achieved in priority areas that fall within the operating unit’s responsibilities, and contributes intellectual, financial, and/or human resources to the formulation and execution of priority cross-boundary efforts. They support the alignment of activities by securing, coordinating, and configuring resources, capacity, and programs to address the most critical organization-wide projects, threats and strategies. They are responsible for collaborating with others on the procurement and application of resources to address the conservation priorities established by TNC, both in their ecoregion(s)/operating unit and in areas beyond their span of authority. They serve as the primary local spokesperson for TNC to internal and external audiences (including staff, volunteers, the Board of Trustees, public and private donors, government agencies and officials, community leaders and other partners) and cultivates those audiences to support and promote TNC’s mission and vision.
The Tennessee State Director partners with the Director of Philanthropy and Communications on strategic fundraising and marketing for the Chapter, including approving budgets and setting priorities which dictate private and public fundraising goals and in engaging Tennessee’s Board of Trustees. They support philanthropy staff in the cultivation and direct solicitation of donors and government relations staff in policy strategy and advocacy to secure public funding to meet revenue goals.
The Tennessee State Director reports to the Southern U.S. Division (SUSD) Director and plays an active role on the SUSD in supporting the conservation priorities that help maximize the Division’s collective contributions to realizing the Conservancy’s 2030 goals.
We’re Looking for You:
Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is a passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!
What You’ll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 7 years of experience as a leader in the conservation arena, non-profit sector, advocacy, or related for-profit area.
Management experience including leading and managing a large multi-disciplinary team.
Written and verbal fluency in English is required.
Experience communicating with and presenting to diverse audiences including donors, board members, employees, outside partners, or equivalent.
Experience in fundraising and budget management.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 7-10 years’ experience as a proven leader in the conservation arena, non-profit sector, advocacy, or related for-profit area, including demonstrated experience producing results and meeting program/department goals.
Strong business acumen and extensive management experience including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and manage performance of a large multi-disciplinary team.
Success as an inspirational leader who has successfully motivated staff to achieve and sustain excellence. Proven managerial talent in budgeting, staffing, and performance management.
High energy, forward thinking, creative individual with high ethical standards. Outstanding leadership and visionary qualities and able to work effectively with and through others in a decentralized and geographically dispersed organization.
Proven technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus. Demonstrated operational, implementation and detail-oriented perspective.
Well organized and self-directed; politically savvy and a team player.
Successful experience in marketing or fund raising desired.
Experience gained both in and outside the U.S. preferred. Demonstrated commitment to developing and demonstrating global literacy a must.
Awareness of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles and practice in the conservation field, and commitment to advancing DEI in operational and programmatic contexts.
What We Bring:
Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!
The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.
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 cultures. 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 orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
Capacity for Change LLC
Camden, NJ
The Hispanic Family Center of Southern NJ seeks a new Executive Director to advance the organization’s mission to meet the physical, mental, social, economic and political needs of the residents of Southern New Jersey and its vision to be an instrument of change and a voice of power for the clients it serves and represents. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors.
The ideal candidate will be bilingual/bicultural and have an authentic, inclusive and strategic leadership style; demonstrated social sector management experience; strong finance, fundraising and communications skills, and; a passion for serving the Latino community in Southern New Jersey.
Since 1976, the Hispanic Family Center of Southern NJ (HFC) has met the emerging needs of Southern New Jersey residents with a particular commitment to serve the Hispanic population living in the region. What started as a grassroots advocacy organization delivering behavioral health services has become a comprehensive human services entity with three locations in Camden and one in Gloucester County.
Latinos comprise approximately 70% of the nearly 10,000 clients HFC serves annually through a diverse portfolio of programs and services designed to:
Improve health conditions through counseling, and health education and prevention.
Deliver effective adult education, job training and workforce development.
Advocate for and strengthening children and families.
Provide energy assistance to low-income populations.
Maintain a strong presence in the Latino Community.
HFC has an annual budget of approximately $4,000,000. Major funders include six state agencies as well as several local (regional, county, or city) agencies, private foundations and individual donors. The organization currently employs 49 employees and serves as a field placement site for Masters in Social Work students when possible.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership to advance the organization’s mission, vision and strategic goals.
Ensure the organization and its community recover and build economic and social resiliency in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Raise public and policymaker awareness of the organization’s cause and the needs of its community.
Inspire, educate and support the Board of Directors and staff.
Secure and maintain public sector grants and contracts.
Raise unrestricted funds from individual donors and philanthropic grantmakers.
Ensure all programs are adaptive, impactful and inclusive.
Pursue innovative funding strategies and technology solutions.
Directly supervise the Chief Program and Operations Officer, Controller, Human Resources Manager, Fiscal Manager and Director of Program Analysis and Quality Assurance.
Nurture a respectful, equitable and enthusiastic internal culture.
Enhance the organization’s identity and reputation as a trusted and visible Hispanic/Latino community leader and advocate.
Build and strengthen partnerships with local business, civic, community, faith, government and social sector leaders and organizations.
Maintain effective and efficient operational standards, controls and systems for accounting, administration, communications, human resources, finances and technology, including the selection and oversight of contracted vendors and consultants as needed.
Ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the organization.
Key Selection Criteria
A master’s degree in social work, public health or a related social service field is required.
A minimum of five years of relevant social or nonprofit sector management experience is required.
Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
Exceptional verbal, written and social media communications skills.
Experience advocating for and/or serving the Hispanic/Latino community is preferred.
The ideal candidate lives in or less than an hour’s commute to Southern New Jersey (or is willing to relocate to the region).
Salary and Benefits
Compensation commensurate with experience.
Medical, vision and dental coverage (cost sharing of 90% HFC and 10% employee if the employee takes individual coverage and 85%/15% with dependents).
Matching 401K after one year of employment.
Thirteen holidays, 12 vacation days (to start), 10 sick days and 2 personal days.
Group long term disability and group life insurance.
The Hispanic Family Center of Southern NJ has retained the services of Capacity for Change LLC to assist in this search. Interested candidates should submit their resume/CV a cover letter describing their interest in the position and any salary requirements to jason@capacityforchange.com .
The Hispanic Family Center of Southern NJ is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. This position is not open to any third-party recruiters, consultants and/or staffing vendors.
The Hispanic Family Center of Southern NJ seeks a new Executive Director to advance the organization’s mission to meet the physical, mental, social, economic and political needs of the residents of Southern New Jersey and its vision to be an instrument of change and a voice of power for the clients it serves and represents. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors.
The ideal candidate will be bilingual/bicultural and have an authentic, inclusive and strategic leadership style; demonstrated social sector management experience; strong finance, fundraising and communications skills, and; a passion for serving the Latino community in Southern New Jersey.
Since 1976, the Hispanic Family Center of Southern NJ (HFC) has met the emerging needs of Southern New Jersey residents with a particular commitment to serve the Hispanic population living in the region. What started as a grassroots advocacy organization delivering behavioral health services has become a comprehensive human services entity with three locations in Camden and one in Gloucester County.
Latinos comprise approximately 70% of the nearly 10,000 clients HFC serves annually through a diverse portfolio of programs and services designed to:
Improve health conditions through counseling, and health education and prevention.
Deliver effective adult education, job training and workforce development.
Advocate for and strengthening children and families.
Provide energy assistance to low-income populations.
Maintain a strong presence in the Latino Community.
HFC has an annual budget of approximately $4,000,000. Major funders include six state agencies as well as several local (regional, county, or city) agencies, private foundations and individual donors. The organization currently employs 49 employees and serves as a field placement site for Masters in Social Work students when possible.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership to advance the organization’s mission, vision and strategic goals.
Ensure the organization and its community recover and build economic and social resiliency in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Raise public and policymaker awareness of the organization’s cause and the needs of its community.
Inspire, educate and support the Board of Directors and staff.
Secure and maintain public sector grants and contracts.
Raise unrestricted funds from individual donors and philanthropic grantmakers.
Ensure all programs are adaptive, impactful and inclusive.
Pursue innovative funding strategies and technology solutions.
Directly supervise the Chief Program and Operations Officer, Controller, Human Resources Manager, Fiscal Manager and Director of Program Analysis and Quality Assurance.
Nurture a respectful, equitable and enthusiastic internal culture.
Enhance the organization’s identity and reputation as a trusted and visible Hispanic/Latino community leader and advocate.
Build and strengthen partnerships with local business, civic, community, faith, government and social sector leaders and organizations.
Maintain effective and efficient operational standards, controls and systems for accounting, administration, communications, human resources, finances and technology, including the selection and oversight of contracted vendors and consultants as needed.
Ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the organization.
Key Selection Criteria
A master’s degree in social work, public health or a related social service field is required.
A minimum of five years of relevant social or nonprofit sector management experience is required.
Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
Exceptional verbal, written and social media communications skills.
Experience advocating for and/or serving the Hispanic/Latino community is preferred.
The ideal candidate lives in or less than an hour’s commute to Southern New Jersey (or is willing to relocate to the region).
Salary and Benefits
Compensation commensurate with experience.
Medical, vision and dental coverage (cost sharing of 90% HFC and 10% employee if the employee takes individual coverage and 85%/15% with dependents).
Matching 401K after one year of employment.
Thirteen holidays, 12 vacation days (to start), 10 sick days and 2 personal days.
Group long term disability and group life insurance.
The Hispanic Family Center of Southern NJ has retained the services of Capacity for Change LLC to assist in this search. Interested candidates should submit their resume/CV a cover letter describing their interest in the position and any salary requirements to jason@capacityforchange.com .
The Hispanic Family Center of Southern NJ is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. This position is not open to any third-party recruiters, consultants and/or staffing vendors.