Donor Communications Officer

The Nature Conservancy

Donor Communications Officer at The Nature Conservancy developing materials for private fundraising efforts. Coordinating with teams across the US and Africa to support organizational messaging needs.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $67,700 - $102,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, proposal writing, and compliance with donor and legal requirements. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex negotiations while maintaining confidentiality.

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Project ManagementProposal WritingCross-Functional Team LeadershipCompliance ManagementNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Proposal WritingProject ManagementData AnalysisInformation InterpretationCompliance Management

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingLeadershipSensitivityAccountabilityCollaboration

Industry Keywords

FundraisingDonor RelationsIRS ComplianceConfidential Information HandlingInterdepartmental Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write and edit proposals, reports and other materials to assist with private fundraising
Manage and implement multiple projects, including setting deadlines and ensuring accountability
Coordinate with donor comms colleagues to implement the Africa Region’s strategic fundraising goals
Exercise independent judgment to identify and solve problems as needed in supervisor’s stead
Make decisions that may have program-wide impact and affect staff in non-program areas
Demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information
Take a leadership role as needed in interdepartmental teams to coordinate the work of peers
Ensure compliance with TNC policies and procedures, and external (donor/legal/IRS) requirements
Lead project teams as assigned for the development and implementation of new initiatives or the improvement of existing programs
Manage or participate in complex negotiations as needed
Provide oversight for one or more key functions of the team
Travel occasionally, work long and flexible hours as needed
Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination
Experience analyzing and interpreting information
Experience managing multiple projects
Experience working with cross-functional teams
Experience, coursework, or other training in principles and practices of relevant field

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan with employer match
Parental leave
Accrued paid time off
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Employee assistance program
Other life and work wellbeing benefits