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Job ID: 13890973
 
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Job Title:Development Operations & Events Coordinator (54527)
Work Type:Work Days: Weekdays, Work Vary: No , Shift: First (Day), Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular
 
Salary Offered:Minimum $15.00 Hourly
Benefits:Unspecified.
 
Physical Required:Unspecified
Drug Testing Required:Unspecified
Education Required:Associate's Degree
Experience Required:24 Months
 
Required Skills:
SALARY INFORMATION
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $26.00- $30.00 per hour. 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.


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To apply for job ID 54527, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

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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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.

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Job Description:
OFFICE LOCATION
Madison, WI, USA

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This position based in The Nature Conservancy's Madison, WI office with an option of remote work 1-2 days per week.


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 Development Operations & Events Coordinator is an integral part of the Wisconsin chapter's inclusive, donor-centered philanthropy program and plays an important role to ensure major donor experiences are personalized, meaningful, and fun! They are a proactive convener and collaborator with great attention to detail and timely communication skills.

The Development Operations & Events Coordinator is a self-starter, a problem solver, and takes initiative in a fast-paced work environment to facilitate the efficiency and organization of the Wisconsin Development Team. In this role you will provide general administrative support to the team with duties to include handling logistics for special events, preparing personalized thank you letters and other donor correspondence, coordinating development mailings (including annual renewals and event invitations), and other administrative responsibilities such as ordering supplies, calendaring, managing digital and paper files, and facilitating team meetings. You also will help support and coordinate engagement between a subset of our donors and the Director of Development and the Wisconsin State Director. You will be required to use the Conservancy's donor database and related technology for donor/constituent management. The Development Operations & Events Coordinator is an excellent communicator and a responsive, driven teammate. In this role, you may have substantial contact with colleagues and members and must provide accurate and prompt responses as needed. You will anticipate program needs and opportunities and share those with colleagues to solve problems, improve procedures, and nurture an effective and ambitious team culture.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
The Development Operations & Events Coordinator is committed to a donor-centric approach to fundraising. This position is often the first person donors (and others interested in supporting TNC) will interact with and must provide a high level of customer service.

As the Development Operations & Events Coordinator, you will support the strategic priorities of the eight-person Wisconsin Development Team as we raise funding for critical conservation needs. In this role you must quickly build advanced knowledge of the systems and resources utilized by TNC and the team to provide programmatic support and coordinate communications related to the resources. You will complete activities with multiple variables, setting realistic deadlines, managing the timeline of the overall program, and enhancing the systems and tools used by the team. Responsibilities include coordinating team meetings, managing mailings for donor audiences, serving as the first point of contact for questions from members and colleagues, planning special events, and providing general program and administrative support.

Additionally, you will serve as part of a cohort of chapter operations staff that support additional programs and projects within the Wisconsin chapter as required. The successful candidate will bring a people-focused, proactive approach to their work; is flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced work environment; has a strong commitment to continuous learning; and demonstrates genuine enthusiasm for supporting fundraising to protect the land and waters on which all life depends.

Duties include:

This roles responsiblities will be split 60/40. 60% of the time the focus will be on administration and support. 40% of the time will be fcoused on event planning/coordination
Provide administrative support to ensure individual workstreams are moving forward according to timelines, properly documented, and the team feels adequately supported, prepared, informed, and coordinated on project plans and progress.
Act independently on assigned tasks and exercise independent judgment based on analysis and experience.
Coordinate projects with multiple variables and participants and work within a defined timeline.
Financial responsibility includes working within a budget, processing invoices, and contracting with vendors.
Provide input for the improvement of existing procedures and programs.
Work within scope of program's strategic goals.
Demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information.
Refer difficult questions and unusual problems to supervisor.
Infrequent travel and working flexible hours.
Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
Ensure compliance with TNC policies and procedures, and external (donor/legal/IRS) requirements.
Does not supervise any staff, but may supervise interns, volunteers, and/or temporary staff.
Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and 2 years' experience OR equivalent combination.
Experience building relationships with staff, customers or similar.
Experience managing and implementing multiple projects.
Experience generating reports and interpreting data.
Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
Experience working across teams.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience are appreciated.
Ability to analyze information for the purpose of coordinating and planning activities and solving problems.
Ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results.
Ability to work under pressure and perform repetitive data entry tasks.
Demonstrated experience using diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate staff.
Experience coordinating projects.
Experience interpreting guidelines to achieve desired results.
Experience with databases and spreadsheet software.
Experience, coursework, or other training in principles and practices of philanthropy.
Strong organization skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.

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, lif

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