What We Can Achieve Together:
The Senior Donor Communications Officer is primarily responsible for leading the development of and producing communications materials to engage, solicit and steward individual, corporate and institutional donors with the capacity to give at the $5 million+ level.
The Senior Donor Communications Officer helps achieve the strategic priorities of the Donor Communications Team in close cooperation with the Donor Relations Department. They support the Director as needed regarding strategy, project management and team outreach. They play a leadership role in developing and disseminating key organizational messages to the Donor Communications Team and among other teams and program staff. The Senior Donor Communications Officer works in close cooperation with any or all of the following: members of the Donor Relations Team, Global Development fundraisers, Global Priority managing directors and program staff, Marketing and Internal Communications staff, Executive Team members, Legal and Finance staff, individual donors and foundation program officers, contract writers and designers, vendors and others as needed. They provide advice, recommendations and training related to donor communications and stewardship. The Senior Donor Communications Officer may also be responsible for representing TNC amongst the Enduring Earth partner organizations and related donor communications initiatives.
The Senior Donor Communications Officer maintains up-to-date, expert knowledge of donor communications tools and practices; applies that knowledge to the organization’s fundraising goals and acts as a resource for other team members. They are responsible for maintaining close relationships with leadership of closely aligned teams in Marketing, Communications and Conservation to ensure consistency of organizational messaging and materials and to foster greater organizational collaboration. They support Executive Team fundraising by maintaining close relationships with Global Priority Managing Directors and their associated teams, and ensuring these teams have the necessary materials, training and support as they engage with the organization’s top donors.
This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, taking into consideration legal restrictions, such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times.
Please submit a cover letter along with your application.
We’re Looking for You:
TNC is an organization where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. We’re seeking a talented storyteller and communicator to develop compelling content that inspires donors and connects them more deeply to our mission. In this role, you will lead donor communications for one of TNC’s global priorities—writing persuasive proposals and impact reports, shaping strategic messaging, and developing materials that help fundraisers engage principal-gift–level donors. Success requires collaboration, creativity, and the ability to navigate a complex, global organization. Join TNC and apply today!
What You’ll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree and 6 years related experience or equivalent combination.
Experience analyzing and interpreting complex information or data and translating it into compelling content.
Experience negotiating complex agreements and/or partnerships.
Experience with current and evolving technology in relevant field.
Experience working with teams across global organizations.
Experience, coursework, or other training in principles, practices, and procedures of relevant field.
Salary Information:
This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, taking into consideration legal restrictions, such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times. For U.S. based applicants only, the starting pay range for this position is generally within the range of $94,350 - $137,450 for annual base salary and is based on location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency, the pay range will be based on the local labor market, and not tied to the above pay range. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and used to determine your actual pay range. Additionally, for all applicants, actual pay will fall within a range based on a variety of factors including, for example, the candidate’s qualifications, specific skills, and experience.
Who We Are:
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 include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One 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. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”
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 and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization 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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