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A LITTLE ABOUT US
Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy 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 nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters, and oceans at unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we strive for a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Working in 72 countries, including all 50 United States, we use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more, visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter.
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.
Endangered Ecosystems - Northern Tanzania (EENT) is a Cooperative Agreement (AID-621-A-15-00004) funded by USAID/Tanzania. The project focuses on protecting rangeland habitat for people and wildlife in northern Tanzania. EENT is entering a new phase in July 2018, with a focus on (1) joint visioning, exchange of lessons, and planning of multiple organizations, communities, and institutions through a stakeholders’ forum on healthy, connected rangelands, (2) harmonizing land use planning across village boundaries for rangelands connectivity in key wildlife corridors, (3) piloting systems for community-based, holistic rangeland management, restoration, and monitoring, and (4) improved collaboration and communications of multiple organizations through a partnership called the Northern Tanzania Rangelands Initiative (www.ntri.co.tz).
YOUR POSITION WITH TNC
As Communications Specialist, you will lead communications and outreach for a dynamic project and partnership of organizations that are working together to promote the health of northern Tanzania’s rangelands and human communities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Communications Specialist manages and expands communications platforms of the Northern Tanzania Rangelands Initiative (NTRI) and leads communications initiatives for activities supported through the EENT project. He/she prepares written and visual communication materials, provides editorial reviews of technical and performance reports, and leads updates to the website and social media. This is a term-limited position for the remaining duration of the 5-year USAID funding window (ending September 2020), and will report to the EENT COP. The position is based at The Nature Conservancy (TNC) office in Arusha, Tanzania.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
Update and oversee implementation of the NTRI communications strategy in consultation with the NTRI Coordinator and partner organizations.
Lead communications initiatives that directly contribute to the objectives and work plans of NTRI and the EENT project, including communications associated with a Northern Tanzania Stakeholder Forum on Healthy, Connected Rangelands for People and Wildlife
Manage updates to the NTRI website and resource hub
Write press releases, project summaries, fact sheets, social media posts, and other communications materials
Edit and format technical reports, progress reports, and other written deliverables, ensuring clear and concise English language usage and professional presentation
Supervise external consultants as necessary to successfully implement the NTRI communications strategy and communications aspects of the EENT project
Support the preparation of learning materials that directly link to NTRI activities and highlight the collective impact of multiple partners
Continue to develop and manage the NTRI brand in line with its partner organizations.
Support NTRI internal communications to promote increased coordination and collaboration across the NTRI partners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BS degree in Communication, Marketing, Business or related field and 3 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated track record of writing and editing professional reports and communications materials in English
Experience developing and managing the implementation of communications campaigns and/or strategies
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and web browsers.
Experience working on the development and/or environmental projects.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Written and verbal proficiency in English and Kiswahili
Experience with web-based content management systems
Experience developing communications materials for USAID-funded programs
Managing and prioritizing tasks from multiple source
Strong organizational skills and ability to work cooperatively
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 men and women 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.
A LITTLE ABOUT US
Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy 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 nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters, and oceans at unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we strive for a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Working in 72 countries, including all 50 United States, we use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more, visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter.
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.
Endangered Ecosystems - Northern Tanzania (EENT) is a Cooperative Agreement (AID-621-A-15-00004) funded by USAID/Tanzania. The project focuses on protecting rangeland habitat for people and wildlife in northern Tanzania. EENT is entering a new phase in July 2018, with a focus on (1) joint visioning, exchange of lessons, and planning of multiple organizations, communities, and institutions through a stakeholders’ forum on healthy, connected rangelands, (2) harmonizing land use planning across village boundaries for rangelands connectivity in key wildlife corridors, (3) piloting systems for community-based, holistic rangeland management, restoration, and monitoring, and (4) improved collaboration and communications of multiple organizations through a partnership called the Northern Tanzania Rangelands Initiative (www.ntri.co.tz).
YOUR POSITION WITH TNC
As Communications Specialist, you will lead communications and outreach for a dynamic project and partnership of organizations that are working together to promote the health of northern Tanzania’s rangelands and human communities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Communications Specialist manages and expands communications platforms of the Northern Tanzania Rangelands Initiative (NTRI) and leads communications initiatives for activities supported through the EENT project. He/she prepares written and visual communication materials, provides editorial reviews of technical and performance reports, and leads updates to the website and social media. This is a term-limited position for the remaining duration of the 5-year USAID funding window (ending September 2020), and will report to the EENT COP. The position is based at The Nature Conservancy (TNC) office in Arusha, Tanzania.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
Update and oversee implementation of the NTRI communications strategy in consultation with the NTRI Coordinator and partner organizations.
Lead communications initiatives that directly contribute to the objectives and work plans of NTRI and the EENT project, including communications associated with a Northern Tanzania Stakeholder Forum on Healthy, Connected Rangelands for People and Wildlife
Manage updates to the NTRI website and resource hub
Write press releases, project summaries, fact sheets, social media posts, and other communications materials
Edit and format technical reports, progress reports, and other written deliverables, ensuring clear and concise English language usage and professional presentation
Supervise external consultants as necessary to successfully implement the NTRI communications strategy and communications aspects of the EENT project
Support the preparation of learning materials that directly link to NTRI activities and highlight the collective impact of multiple partners
Continue to develop and manage the NTRI brand in line with its partner organizations.
Support NTRI internal communications to promote increased coordination and collaboration across the NTRI partners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BS degree in Communication, Marketing, Business or related field and 3 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated track record of writing and editing professional reports and communications materials in English
Experience developing and managing the implementation of communications campaigns and/or strategies
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and web browsers.
Experience working on the development and/or environmental projects.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Written and verbal proficiency in English and Kiswahili
Experience with web-based content management systems
Experience developing communications materials for USAID-funded programs
Managing and prioritizing tasks from multiple source
Strong organizational skills and ability to work cooperatively
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 men and women 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.