Kansas Action for Children, Inc
Director of Engagement Programs 55157
Kansas Action for Children, Inc, Topeka, Kansas, United States,
at The Nature Conservancy in Topeka, Kansas, United States
Job Description
WHO WE ARE
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC.
One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you.
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER The Director of Engagement Programs oversees all aspects of Missouri's strategic programs, events, and tailored communication channels designed to deepen and expand engagement with key conservation audiences and those who financially support conservation efforts. The Director collaborates across functional areas to provide engagement support for conservation, philanthropy, and government relations needs. They may serve as a principal contact to government agencies, conservation organizations, foundations, corporations, academia, volunteers, and supporters. They establish the Conservancy as a major conservation leader in the field, manage and improve conservation partnerships, and build strategic capacity in the field. The Director develops key partnerships with public & private organizations to strengthen relationships that engage community support for local conservation efforts. They are responsible for widely communicating solutions and best practices, e.g., sharing knowledge of innovative scientific methods, analyses, tools, and frameworks to address natural system needs. The Director works to connect staff and the board of trustees to networks and opportunities that will further our conservation goals. Frequent travel domestically and/or internationally, evening and weekend hours. May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges. This position helps us do that in collaboration with others inside and outside our organization. We envision one future where people and nature both thrive. Together, we find a way. We're looking for someone who is a passionate, motivated problem-solver. Our team in Missouri is dedicated to thinking big, getting critical work done, and having fun. Join us! 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 people 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. 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. An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role, committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible. Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location-specific range upon request.
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WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER The Director of Engagement Programs oversees all aspects of Missouri's strategic programs, events, and tailored communication channels designed to deepen and expand engagement with key conservation audiences and those who financially support conservation efforts. The Director collaborates across functional areas to provide engagement support for conservation, philanthropy, and government relations needs. They may serve as a principal contact to government agencies, conservation organizations, foundations, corporations, academia, volunteers, and supporters. They establish the Conservancy as a major conservation leader in the field, manage and improve conservation partnerships, and build strategic capacity in the field. The Director develops key partnerships with public & private organizations to strengthen relationships that engage community support for local conservation efforts. They are responsible for widely communicating solutions and best practices, e.g., sharing knowledge of innovative scientific methods, analyses, tools, and frameworks to address natural system needs. The Director works to connect staff and the board of trustees to networks and opportunities that will further our conservation goals. Frequent travel domestically and/or internationally, evening and weekend hours. May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges. This position helps us do that in collaboration with others inside and outside our organization. We envision one future where people and nature both thrive. Together, we find a way. We're looking for someone who is a passionate, motivated problem-solver. Our team in Missouri is dedicated to thinking big, getting critical work done, and having fun. Join us! 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 people 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. 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. An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role, committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible. Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location-specific range upon request.
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