External Affairs Associate

The Nature Conservancy

External Affairs Associate supporting conservation policy and community engagement with Tribal Nations and government bodies in Nevada. Building partnerships and facilitating internal networks for sustainable outcomes.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeNevada • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $71,200 - $75,650 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the External Affairs Director and Nevada Business Unit Strategy Directors
Build and maintain relationships with Nevada’s sovereign Indigenous Nations and state, county, and municipal governments
Provide research and policy analysis in support of The Nature Conservancy’s policy and/or corporate practice priorities
Track policies and decisions that directly affect conservation goals
Build and facilitate internal networks, coordinate meetings, agendas, and presentations
Provide administrative, research, and written communications support related to legislative affairs
Develop strategic partnerships with relevant agencies, Tribes, conservation organizations, and industry to advance the organization’s conservation agenda

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS degree in climate or energy policy, renewable energy management, or other relevant field
3 years’ experience in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience working with, presenting to, and communicating with a range of different audiences about topics related to energy, infrastructure, climate, and the environment
Experience gathering information from multiple sources and turning it into clear reports
Experience working with Tribal governments, Tribal entities, or Indigenous organizations
Experience with legislative, planning, policy or corporate initiatives at state, local, and Tribal levels
Experience working in partnerships and coalitions
Fluency in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care benefits
Flexible spending accounts
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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Policy AnalysisResearch SkillsReport WritingLegislative Affairs SupportData Gathering

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingFacilitation Skills