Development Coordinator (m/f/d)

OFFICE LOCATION

London, United Kingdom

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 Coordinator (m/f/d) will be responsible for project management and administrative activities supporting the philanthropy team, taking notes, creating project timelines, collecting updates and results, and tracking project progress. The Coordinator (m/f/d) may also support the team by drafting correspondence and acknowledgements, managing donor lists and files, planning logistics of meetings, and assisting with the planning of special events.

The Coordinator (m/f/d) will use the available fundraising management system to produce donor reports, track prospects and donors, and assist in the management of the discovery and cultivation process. They will apply established processes and practices in order to improve effectiveness of collaborative team projects. The Coordinator will have substantial contact with staff, donors, legal and financial professionals. They will provide other staff with information they need to make decisions and solve problems.

They will perform administrative functions as required in different projects, and will spend 20% their time to support the Director of Philanthropy on administration. 

The Development Coordinator (m/f/d) provides project management support to the European philanthropy team activities, and provides administrative support to the Director of Philanthropy for Europe. 

WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated, and communicative to support an array of fundraising activities. Come join TNC and apply today!

• Does not supervise any staff, but may supervise volunteers, interns, or temporary staff.
• Duties are performed under general supervision and established guidelines.
• Financial responsibility may include working within a budget, purchasing, processing invoices, contracting with vendors, and assisting with budget tracking.
• Refers difficult questions and unusual problems to supervisor.
• Serve as a team member for assigned projects.
• Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
• Work overtime as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree and 1-year experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
• Experience managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
• Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Ability to apply research skills.
• Ability to write and edit written materials for use with stakeholder communications and special events.
• Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles & practices.
• Experience working with databases, including managing and tracking data.
• Experience in a fundiasing office in the charity sector.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management
• Strong computer skills, (outlook calendars, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel, Teams)
• Strong collaborative skills, teamwork skills and service orientation.
• Experience working with databases, including managing and tracking data, and creating reports.
• Ability to analyze information for the purpose of preparing reports, coordinating efforts and solving problems

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 competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers. 

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 56025, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 31.12.2024 11:59 PM EST on. 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, or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process.

TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

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.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.

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