Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube  or on Glassdoor.  

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our 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  . 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:

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, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!