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　　Bachelor\'s degree and a minimum of 7 years of experience as a leader inthe conservation arena, nonprofit sector, advocacy or related for-profitarea.

　　Extensive management experience, including the ability to motivate,lead, set objectives and manage the performance of a largemultidisciplinary team.

　　Proven experience in the cultivation and solicitation of high-leveldonors to reach fundraising goals, which is a priority for thisposition.

　　Written and verbal fluency in English.

　　Effective presentation and communication skills for diverse audiences,including high-level donors, the media, the business community, boardmembers, outside partners, staff or equivalent that lead to desiredoutcomes.

　　Experience with strategic fiscal management, including long-termsustainability.

　　DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　10+ years\' experience as a proven leader in the conservation arena,nonprofit sector, advocacy, or related for-profit area, includingdemonstrated experience producing results and meeting organizational,divisional or business unit goals.

　　Experience working in the U.S. and globally preferred. Demonstratedcommitment to developing and practicing global literacy.

　　Outstanding leadership skills, including thought-leadership, visionaryqualities and the ability to inspire others in a decentralized,geographically dispersed and highly matrixed organization.

　　Knowledge of conservation and conservation practices.

　　High energy, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethicalstandards.

　　Proven strategic thinking skills, creative problem-solving, adeptdecision-making, adaptability and ability to collaborate and influence.

　　Demonstrated experience in public speaking on behalf of a globalorganization with the capability to present on a wide range ofscience-based and conservation topics desired.

　　WHAT WE BRING

　　Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in: protecting thelands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action,TNC has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reachingenvironmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than onemillion members, volunteer trustee leadership, over 400 scientists andthe dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, we impact conservationthroughout the world!

　　TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package, includinghealth care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan withemployer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance,disability coverage, an employee assistance program and other life andwork well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits in the CultureTab on nature.org/careers.

　　We\'re proud to offer a work environment that is supportive of thehealth, well-being and flexibility needs of the people we employ!

　　APPLY NOW

　　To apply for job ID #54517, submit your materials online by using theApply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying?Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected].

　　The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitmentto diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission isbest advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diversebackgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff tocreate an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is apriority 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 statusor other status protected by law.

　　The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The NatureConservancy\'s background screening process.

　　Do you have military e perience? Visit our U.S. Military SkillsTranslator to match your military experience with our current jobopenings!

　　TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individualswith disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process.If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, pleasesend a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in thesubject line.

　　An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC\'s valueproposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay andbases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing tobeing equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges whenpossible.

　　The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position isgenerally within the range of \$210,000 to \$240,000 for annual basesalary. This range only applies to candidates whose country ofemployment is the USA. Where a successful candidate\'s actual pay willfall 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 adifferent pay range in the local currency based on the local labormarket, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location willbe confirmed during the recruitment.