Donor Communications Officer

The Donor Communications Officer is primarily responsible for developing donor communications materials to advance Principal Gifts fundraising in emerging markets. Working remotely, they will support colleagues based in the U.S., including New York City, as well as London, São Paulo, Hong Kong and Singapore. Additionally, they will support the donor communications and donor messaging needs of TNC’s global campaign as requested by the Director and Associate Director of Donor Communications.

The Donor Communications Officer helps lead the development and production of bespoke communications materials for TNC’s top donors. They will write and edit materials in support of the organization’s 2030 goals. This will include donor products designed to help fundraisers share consistent, compelling stories and connect with new audiences, including ultra‑high‑net‑worth global citizens and corporate donors. They will assist the Associate Director in building relationships with a dynamic, entrepreneurial fundraising team that is globally dispersed. They produce content for both internal and external audiences and contribute to overall strategy as well as specific project outcomes.

As a member of the Donor Relations team, the Donor Communications Officer is an integral part of a cross‑functional, highly motivated group of donor communications, stewardship and engagement professionals. They work regularly with key partners across the organization, including fundraising, marketing and conservation staff. They make recommendations to leadership regarding strategy and processes used by the team. The Donor Communications Officer will report to the Associate Director of Donor Communications.

Location: Global with preference for New York, London, São Paulo, Hong Kong or Singapore.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience writing and editing communications products.
• Experience with current technology in communications.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams.
• Experience, coursework, or other training in principles and practices of donor communications.

Desired Qualifications:

• Multi‑lingual skills and multi‑cultural or cross‑cultural experience are appreciated.
• Ability to work in partnership with others in a collaborative or advisory role.
• Demonstrated ability to conceive and write creatively for a wide variety of audiences.
• Experience developing, managing, and implementing goals, plans, and complex processes.
• Expert in current and evolving technology related to donor communications.
• Expert knowledge of current and evolving communications trends, preferably in a nonprofit environment.
• Proficient in interpreting guidelines and manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data.
• Successful experience managing and implementing strategic program goals.
• Superior planning and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with visual storytelling and/or design best practices.
• Understanding of accounting practices.

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 $76,500 - $111,400 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.

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. 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.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports 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.

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. 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.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries: Non‑profit Organizations