Date Posted:
May 6, 2026
Position Title:
External Affairs Associate
Office/Company:
Nature Conservancy
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-06096
Reports To:
Location:
Remote (OH)
Contact:
Salary:
$60,000–$63,500
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The External Affairs Associate serves as a representative to inform Conservancy partners and elected and appointed officials of Conservancy policy positions.Advocating for statewide conservation and climate issues through engagement with stakeholders including conservation organizations, community-based organizations, and elected officials.Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities:
• Advocating for statewide conservation and climate issues through engagement with stakeholders including conservation organizations, community-based organizations, and elected officials.
• Supporting state conservation and climate advocacy goals by actively participating in coalitions and work groups.
• Building and maintaining relationships with key partners and policymakers involved in efforts to tackle climate change and protect lands, waters, and wildlife.
• Managing legislative engagement, including state or federal contract lobbying efforts, and outreach to local, state, and federal elected officials.
• Drafting testimony, action alerts, letters, and other materials as needed to support the advocacy goals of the Ohio Chapter.
• Presenting policy priorities to potential donors, supporters, and stakeholders.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience researching information from divergent sources and compiling it into a cohesive reporting structure.
• Experience writing and editing persuasive and informational material.
• Experience presenting to and communicating with internal and external audiences.
• Experience building and maintaining professional relationships and working with partners and government agencies.
Instructions:
Apply today!
Other:
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends.
