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Madison, WI, USA#Li-hyrid#PDNThis position based in The NatureConservancy\'s Madison, WI office with an option of remote work 1-2 daysper week.
WHO WE ARE
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands andwaters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, wedevelop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world\'s toughestenvironmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our workis guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity andrespect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding missionto career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons tolove life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talentplaylist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.One ofTNC\'s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment sothat employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel thattheir unique contributions are valued. We know we\'ll only achieve ourmission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects thecommunities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent andskills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take aholistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience inaddition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Pleaseapply - 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.\"
WE\'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
The Development Operations & Events Coordinator is committed to adonor-centric approach to fundraising. This position is often the firstperson donors (and others interested in supporting TNC) will interactwith and must provide a high level of customer service.As theDevelopment Operations & Events Coordinator, you will support thestrategic priorities of the eight-person Wisconsin Development Team aswe raise funding for critical conservation needs. In this role you mustquickly build advanced knowledge of the systems and resources utilizedby TNC and the team to provide programmatic support and coordinatecommunications related to the resources. You will complete activitieswith multiple variables, setting realistic deadlines, managing thetimeline of the overall program, and enhancing the systems and toolsused by the team. Responsibilities include coordinating team meetings,managing mailings for donor audiences, serving as the first point ofcontact for questions from members and colleagues, planning specialevents, and providing general program and administrative support.Additionally, you will serve as part of a cohort of chapter operationsstaff that support additional programs and projects within the Wisconsinchapter as required. The successful candidate will bring apeople-focused, proactive approach to their work; is flexible andadaptable in a fast-paced work environment; has a strong commitment tocontinuous learning; and demonstrates genuine enthusiasm for supportingfundraising to protect the land and waters on which all lifedepends.Duties include: This roles responsiblities will be split 60/40.60% of the time the focus will be on administration and support. 40% ofthe time will be fcoused on event planning/coordination Provideadministrative support to ensure individual workstreams are movingforward according to timelines, properly documented, and the team feelsadequately supported, prepared, informed, and coordinated on projectplans and progress. Act independently on assigned tasks and exerciseindependent judgment based on analysis and experience. Coordinateprojects with multiple variables and participants and work within adefined timeline. Financial responsibility includes working within abudg t, processing invoices, and contracting with vendors. Provide inputfor the improvement of existing procedures and programs. Work withinscope of program\'s strategic goals. Demonstrate sensitivity in handlingconfidential information. Refer difficult questions and unusual problemsto supervisor. Infrequent travel and working flexible hours. Workenvironment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elementsand minor physical exertion and/or strain. Ensure compliance with TNCpolicies 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 fallunder established practices and guidelines.
WHAT YOU\'LL BRING
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor\'s degree and 2 years\' experience ORequivalent combination. Experience building relationships with staff,customers or similar. Experience managing and implementing multipleprojects. Experience generating reports and interpreting data.Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading. Experienceworking across teams.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Multi-lingual skills andmulti-cultural or cross-cultural experience are appreciated. Ability toanalyze information for the purpose of coordinating and planningactivities and solving problems. Ability to use existing technology toachieve desired results. Ability to work under pressure and performrepetitive data entry ta