Executive Coordinator, Chief Investment Officer

The Executive Coordinator, Chief Investment Officer will be responsible for providing direct support to the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and may also support other senior managers. The Executive Coordinator to the Chief Investment Officer is a member of TNC’s Office of Investments. The Office of Investments team mission is to support the funding of TNC’s global conservation priorities by increasing the organization’s purchasing power through prudent and sustainable investment management. The Office of Investments team, under the leadership of TNC’s Chief Investment Officer, works on all aspects of the management and monitoring of the endowment and other long-term pools of capital in excess of $4B. The Nature Conservancy’s investment assets are used to support TNC’s global operations and most pressing conservation projects.

The Executive Coordinator, Chief Investment Officer will perform a variety of high-level administrative tasks, which may include heavy calendar management budget preparation, domestic and international travel arrangements, meeting logistics, reporting and tracking information, processing expenses, and preparing timesheets for the CIO in their absence. They will create, oversee, and work to consistently improve communications to all members within the Office of Investments. They will, at times, communicate on behalf of the Office of Investments and will have contact with stakeholders, including members of the investment committee, external vendors and investment managers. They may provide operational support to the CIO, such as creating/submitting financial and technical reports, and analyzing key data to ensure efficient management. The Executive Coordinator will provide guidance in satisfying requirements based on extensive knowledge of policies and procedures. They will manage operational program guidelines and modify processes to achieve results, improve workflow, and solve problems. They will provide advice, recommendations, and training related to needs of the CIO. They must have advanced knowledge of the systems and resources utilized by the Office of Investments in order to provide support. The Executive Coordinator will work in close cooperation with senior managers, staff, trustees, board of directors, and donors, as well as customers, vendors and business relations. They will manage diverse tasks, analyze situations, evaluate alternatives, project outcomes, and implement solutions in order to improve effectiveness.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Strategic management of the CIO’s calendar to help manage the CIO’s time in an effective way. Strategic planning for recurring meetings, trips, and attendance to internal and external events across multiple time zones. Prioritize calendar items and scheduling according to the needs of the Office of Investments.

• Maintain accountability for strategic goals related to functional area.

• Act independently and in supervisor’s stead as needed, exercising independent judgment to identify and solve complex problems.

• Develop and implement new initiatives that will ensure department and organization-wide goals and strategies are achieved.

• Ensure programmatic commitments, Conservancy policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance; decisions may bind the organization financially or legally.

• Assist with the development of and work within a budget; negotiate and contract with vendors.

• Maintain confidentiality of frequently sensitive and emotionally charged information.

• Manage and implement multiple projects, including managing budget, setting deadlines and ensuring accountability.

• May manage or participate in complex negotiations.

• Travel occasionally, working long and flexible hours, as needed.

• Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines.

• Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work That You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. We’re looking for someone with strong experience in working with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team.

The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience managing, arranging, and directing high level administrative tasks to provide direct support to an executive team member. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!

The ideal candidate will have all or some of the qualifications. If you don’t have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience:

• At least 1 year of experience working at The Nature Conservancy with familiarity of the organization, leadership, and systems

• Experience with office management functions as well as planning events and offsite meetings.

• Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.

• Ability to manage and implement complex processes and diverse activities.

• Ability to work in partnership with others in a collaborative role.

• Advanced knowledge in current and evolving technology utilized by program.

• Demonstrated ability to conceive and write creatively for various audiences.

• Proficiency in interpreting guidelines and manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data.

• Strong organization, planning, and problem-solving skills; and/or

• Successful experience implementing strategic program goals.

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination, including 2 years providing direct administrative support to a senior manager.

• Experience managing and implementing multiple projects.

• Experience negotiating agreements.

• Experience with current technology in relevant field.

• Experience working with a wide range of people, such as board of directors, donors, volunteers, and/or all levels of staff.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $98,000.00 –$110,000.00 . This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall 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 a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

Who We Are :

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor .

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”

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 a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 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.

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

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization 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, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

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

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