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Michigan Executive Director and Midwest Partner

LocationWithin Michigan, preference for the greater Lansing, Ann Arbor, Detroit, or Grand Rapids areas
SetupOn-site
LevelSenior
Posted1w ago
Leadership & Executive

Quick answer

The Nature Conservancy is hiring a Senior Michigan Executive Director and Midwest Partner (US-based) with a salary range of $185,000 - $218,000 to lead conservation efforts and manage a large, multidisciplinary team in Michigan and the Midwest.

Role
Michigan Executive Director and Midwest Partner
Organization
The Nature Conservancy
Location
Within Michigan, preference for the greater Lansing, Ann Arbor, Detroit, or Grand Rapids areas
Work setup
On-site
Level
Senior
Compensation
$185,000 - $218,000
Category
Leadership & Executive

The role

The Michigan Executive Director and Midwest Partner functions as a leader and conservation strategist for The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Michigan and the Midwest, leading a large, multidisciplinary team and managing fundraising and conservation programs.

What you'll do

  • Lead a large, multidisciplinary team
  • Manage fundraising and conservation programs
  • Represent TNC in Michigan to internal and external audiences
  • Cultivate and solicit high-level donors
  • Support conservation programs and initiatives
  • Collaborate with peer Midwest Executive Directors and the Midwest Division Director

What it takes

  • Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 7 years of experience in the conservation arena, non-profit sector, advocacy, or related for-profit area
  • Extensive management experience
  • Proven experience in cultivating and soliciting high-level donors
  • Written and verbal fluency in English
  • Effective presentation and communication skills
  • Experience with strategic fiscal management

What you'll bring

Strong leadership skillsHigh-level fundraising experienceCompelling storytelling and communicationExperience with strategic fiscal managementExperience with strategic planning and executionExperience with public speaking and engaging diverse audiences

How we treat you

Health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 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

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

Within Michigan, preference for the greater Lansing, Ann Arbor, Detroit, or Grand Rapids areas.

What is the compensation range?

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $185,000 - $218,000.

What qualifications are required?

A Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 7 years of experience in the conservation arena, non-profit sector, advocacy, or related for-profit area, extensive management experience, and proven experience in cultivating and soliciting high-level donors.

How do I apply?

Apply as soon as possible, as the role may be unposted once a strong candidate pool is identified.

Is the job remote?

This is an in-office position.

How to apply

Apply directly on The Nature Conservancy's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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