Associate Director, Communications

Job Description

What We Can Achieve Together

The Associate Director Communications will lead the development and execution of TNC Indias communications strategy to amplify its conservation mission, enhance visibility among key stakeholders, and ensure brand alignment with global TNC standards. The role requires strategic vision, exceptional storytelling skills, and the ability to work across scientific, policy, and grassroots domains to build support for nature-based solutions. This position reports to the Managing Director of NCIS and works in close collaboration with various project leads.

Were Looking For You

As Associate Director Communications at TNC India, you will shape and implement a comprehensive strategy that amplifies the organizations conservation mission, builds its brand presence, and supports advocacy, fundraising, and policy goals. This leadership role involves crafting impactful narratives, managing digital and media relations, and translating complex scientific ideas into engaging content for diverse audiences. Youll oversee the creation of multilingual and multimedia materials, foster relationships with media and stakeholders, and ensure cohesive messaging across platforms. The position also requires collaboration with global and local teams, oversight of internal communications, and supervision of staff, consultants, and budgets to maximize the reach and effectiveness of TNC Indias communications efforts

Specific Areas Of Responsibility Include

- Strategic Leadership

The Associate Director Communications will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy that advances TNC Indias conservation, fundraising, and policy objectives. This leader will ensure that local communications efforts are fully aligned with TNCs global brand, mission, and strategic narrative, fostering cohesion and impact at every level.

- Content Development and Storytelling

In this role, the Associate Director will oversee the creation of compelling content such as stories, blogs, op-eds, reports, newsletters, donor briefs, videos, and campaign materials. They will translate complex scientific and policy information into accessible messages tailored for diverse audiences, ensuring the organizations work is both understood and appreciated.

- Media Relations & Advocacy Support

The position requires building and maintaining strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers across print, digital, and broadcast channels. Working closely with policy and program teams, the Associate Director will help drive advocacy efforts through strategic messaging and targeted communications campaigns that amplify TNC Indias voice and impact.

- Digital Engagement and Brand Building

The Associate Director will lead the digital and social media strategy, managing the organizations website and platforms such as LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube, while leveraging analytics for continuous improvement. They will ensure consistent branding and visual identity are maintained across all digital and print materials, reinforcing the organizations presence and reputation.

- Internal and Global Collaboration

Serving as the primary liaison for communications between TNC India and global or regional communications teams, the Associate Director will collaborate with cross-functional groupsscience, policy, fundraising, and operationsto promote integrated messaging. This collaborative approach will enable cohesive and unified communication efforts across the organization.

- Team and Budget Management

The Associate Director will supervise communications staff, consultants, vendors, and creative agencies, ensuring high standards and effective teamwork. They will also develop and manage the annual communications budget, optimizing resource use to achieve strategic goals efficiently and cost-effectively.

What Youll Bring

- Minimum Qualifications
- Masters degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Environmental Studies, or related field.
- 1012 years of progressive experience in strategic communications, preferably in the development, environmental, or non-profit sectors.
- Familiarity with conservation, climate, or sustainable development topics is an advantage.
- Desired Competencies
- Masters degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
- Over 15 years of experience in communications, preferably in the environmental, development, or non-profit sector.
- Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
- Creativity and innovation in communication strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
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- Proven experience in media relations, content strategy, campaign management, and stakeholder engagement. Expertise in digital engagement
- Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills in English; fluency in Hindi and/or other Indian languages is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience in managing teams, creating effective communication strategies and working in matrixed or global organizations.

Who We Are

The Nature Conservancys 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 worlds toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. Were rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether its career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, theres lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or on Glassdoor.

Our 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. We know well only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion Please apply wed love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, youll join for our mission, and youll stay for our 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 competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

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

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, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy&aposs 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 [Confidential Information] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

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