Writer/Editor

The Nature Conservancy; Canada; Remote; USD 58,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a creative Writer/Editor to join their Western Division. This role involves producing compelling communications that resonate with diverse audiences and support conservation efforts. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, utilizing their exceptional writing skills to craft engaging content across various platforms. With a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workplace, this organization offers a flexible work environment and a chance to contribute meaningfully to environmental conservation. If you're passionate about storytelling and making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Health care benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 5 years related experience in writing or editing communications materials.
• Experience organizing and coordinating multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement communication projects for the Western Division.
• Research, write, and edit diverse communication materials.

Skills

Excellent writing and proofreading skills

Multi-lingual skills

Experience implementing communication plans

Familiarity with communication technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Asana

Job description

Writer/Editor (Western Division - Remote)

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Writer/Editor (Western Division - Remote)

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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. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor .

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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. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor .

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. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”

What We Can Achieve Together

The Nature Conservancy’s Western US and Canada Division Storytelling team seeks a Writer/Editor who is proficient in producing communications for a variety of platforms reaching priority audiences, in alignment with Values Based Communications strategies (also known as ethical storytelling or asset-based storytelling). The ideal candidate thinks creatively about the best mediums for telling stories, while effectively translating TNC’s science and conservation goals for our audiences. We are seeking a creative leader who takes initiative for projects and drives shared marketing goals. Their work will be heartfelt and plainspoken, dynamically handling diverse voices and perspectives.

The Writer/Editor writes and edits a variety of communications materials to support the Western United States and Canada Division objectives. They work on a collaborative Storytelling team to produce marketing materials and feature stories that strategically highlight divisional conservation priorities. Their work connects target audiences to The Nature Conservancy’s work.

The Writer/Editor writes and edits a variety of communication materials to raise awareness, influence key audiences, and advance fundraising goals. They provide editorial advice and expertise, facilitating cross-departmental communication efforts, and work with outside writers and related vendors. They also partner with Marketing and Communications Directors from various geographic-based teams within the Division to create compelling content that builds support for priority work and inspires action among target audiences . Their written products may include web feature articles/stories, fact sheets, newsletters articles, magazine articles, annual reports, video scripts, campaign brochures, and presentations. They are proficient in producing communications for a variety of platforms, including written web and social-first narratives in alignment with Values Based Communications strategies (also known as ethical storytelling or asset-based storytelling).

As a Writer/Editor, You Will

• Manages and implements projects
• Research, write and edit stories as necessary.
• Responsibility and accountability for meeting assigned project goals, deadlines and objectives.
• May serve as team lead on assigned communication initiatives.
• Does not supervise staff but will coordinate the work of peers.
• Resolves issues independently within program area.
• Works independently without requiring detailed management review of general work.
  
  

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have all or some of these qualifications. If you don’t have all of them, apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience:

• Multi-lingual skills appreciated.
• Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred.
• Experience implementing and measuring communication and engagement plans/strategies.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with communication technologies and best practices, including Asana or other project management platform.
• Knowledge and application of current and evolving trends in relevant discipline.
• Experience leading or managing projects.
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience writing or editing one or more of the following: newsletter, magazine, annual report, web-site articles/stories, donor profiles, presidential acknowledgment letters, campaign brochures, funding proposals, fact sheets, presentations, or equivalent.
• Experience organizing and coordinating multiple projects.
  
  

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!

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. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

SALARY INFORMATION

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $58,820.00 – $88,145 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. 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. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 56592, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ . Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [e-mail] .

Our recruiting process is a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we 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 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.

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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 [e-mail] 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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  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

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