Nature Conservancy

Nevada External Affairs Associate

GEO / Remote - Nevada · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$71k-$76kDetected 20 days ago

Strategic CommunicationsResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPublic SpeakingRenewable Energy

About the role

They provide services that assist in influencing the outcome of policy and/or corporate initiatives in Nevada.
This position will work with the Marketing Manager to coordinate strategic communications at all levels with target audiences regarding TNC's position on climate, energy and infrastructure-related matters.
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program.

Responsibilities

The Associate will support the External Affairs Director and Nevada Business Unit Strategy Directors in building and maintaining relationships with Nevada's sovereign Indigenous Nations and state, county, and municipal governments.
This includes ongoing engagement and regular communication with Tribal Nations to build trust, support collaboration, and advance shared conservation and community priorities.
The External Affairs Associate provides research and policy analysis in support of The Nature Conservancy's policy and/or corporate practice priorities and tracks policies and decisions that directly affect conservation goals.
They build and facilitate internal networks, coordinate meetings, agendas, and presentations.
They also provide administrative, research, and written communications support related to legislative affairs, including preparing testimonies, correspondence, reports, and other legislative communications.
They develop strategic partnerships with relevant agencies, Tribes, conservation organizations, and industry to advance the organization's conservation agenda.
As needed, this position will engage and manage consultants with expertise needed to carry out responsibilities.
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!

Requirements

Experience with legislative, planning, policy, or corporate initiatives to address greenhouse gas emission reduction and renewable energy development.
Team player with strong listening, collaborative and diplomacy skills, and ability to influence without authority.
Experience working with, presenting to, and communicating with a range of different audiences about topics related to energy, infrastructure, climate, and the environment.
Experience gathering information from multiple sources and turning it into clear reports.
Experience working with Tribal governments, Tribal entities, or Indigenous organizations.
Experience with legislative, planning, policy or corporate initiatives at state, local, and Tribal levels.
Experience working in partnerships and coalitions.
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Knowledge of and subject matter expertise related to energy, especially geothermal, solar and wind, and battery energy storage, including knowledge of federal, state, and local energy policies and regulatory frameworks related to energy transmission and renewable energy deployment in Nevada and the Western U.S.
Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Experience building networks or organizational capacity, increasing knowledge sharing, and identifying key stakeholders.
Strong verbal and written communications skills.

Compensation

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $ 71,200-$75,650.
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.

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.

Company info

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!
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."
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.
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.
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.
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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