Conservation Programs & Events Coordinator

The Nature Conservancy; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in the United States is seeking an Allegheny Highlands Program (AHP) Coordinator to coordinate operations, procurement, meetings, events, and volunteer programs. This role supports conservation projects through administrative and logistical tasks, reporting, and collaboration across teams and donors.

The position emphasizes budget monitoring, communications, and training support for staff and volunteers, with travel within the program area and flexible hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience coordinating administrative processes.
• Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
• Experience organizing time and managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
• Experience working across teams and communicating with a wide range of people.

Responsibilities

• Work within scope of program’s strategic goals and act independently on tasks.
• Coordinate projects with multiple variables within defined timelines and budgets.
• Handle confidential information with care and discretion.
• May assist with recruitment, hiring and onboarding new staff and crews.
• Provide input through project teams to improve existing programs and support budgets.

Skills

Administrative coordination

Business writing

Editing/proofreading

Time management

Cross-team communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

The Nature Conservancy in the United States is seeking an Allegheny Highlands Program (AHP) Coordinator to coordinate operations, procurement, meetings, events, and volunteer programs. This role supports conservation projects through administrative and logistical tasks, reporting, and collaboration across teams and donors.

The position emphasizes budget monitoring, communications, and training support for staff and volunteers, with travel within the program area and flexible hours as needed.