The Nature Conservancy · 20 hours ago
External Affairs Program Associate
Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expThe Nature Conservancy is a leading environmental organization focused on protecting the lands and waters upon which all life depends. The External Affairs Program Associate will manage activities and events supporting programs and projects of the Michigan Business Unit, providing leadership and project management to foster connections with constituents and advance conservation strategies.
Environmental ConsultingNatural ResourcesNon ProfitWaterWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Develop graphical communication materials
Develop external affairs activities that attract and engage target audiences as per the business unit/department priorities
Use software systems to track results
Ensure positioning, platform, and voice are aligned with the organization’s marketing objectives
Organize, manage and coordinate diverse projects and activities with many variables
Manage the Conservancy Youth Qualification program for the Michigan business unit and ensure background screenings are completed
Track program metrics needed to show goals are being accomplished
May supervise volunteers, interns or temporary staff
May coordinate the work of peers on department project teams
Manage a budget to complete a project and minimizes expenses, maximizes revenue and meets quality standards, and negotiating and contracting with vendors
Work in a fast-paced, stressful environment and manage deadlines
Act independently on assigned tasks and projects and may have full opportunity to direct individual projects; duties are performed under general supervision and established guidelines
Travel and work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed
Work performed in a general office setting and outdoor settings with some exposure to disagreeable elements; work requires only minor physical exertion and/or physical strain
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience managing business relationships such as donors, partners, and members
Experience with public speaking, communications, digital media, and proofreading
Experience with project management and supervising other staff or volunteers
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program
Preferred
Experience developing graphical communications pieces and related software systems
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated
Volunteer outreach and/or recruiting experience
Time management and organizational skills and attention to detail
Experience working in a team-based environment with internal and external partners
Experience writing creatively for various audiences, from technical information
Experience with database management programs
Benefits
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
Company
The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy is a non-profit conservation organization that works to protect terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (26)
2024 (21)
2023 (13)
2022 (18)
2021 (13)
2020 (12)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$120.09MKey Investors
Global Affairs CanadaBezos Earth FundNFWF
2025-11-17Grant· $7.94M
2025-10-23Grant
2025-06-09Grant
Leadership Team
Jennifer Morris
Chief Executive Officer
Matt Merrifield
CTO
Recent News
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