Role Overview
The Nature Conservancy is looking for an early-career communications professional with a passion for conservation, public policy, and sustainable development in Africa. In this role, you will transform complex information into clear, compelling messages and contribute to advocacy campaigns that influence key audiences. You will bring strong writing and research skills, thrive in collaborative and multicultural environments, and support meaningful change through strategic communications.
Qualifications & Capabilities
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (completed) in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Policy Studies, International Relations, or a related field, with at least six months of relevant experience gained through internships, coursework, or project-based work.
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Familiarity with visual storytelling and/or design best practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively within multicultural and diverse teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in English.
- Experience, coursework, or training in communications, advocacy, public policy, or related fields.
- Commitment to and demonstration of The Nature Conservancy’s core values.
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, International Relations, Public Policy, Development Studies, Environmental Policy, Political Science, or a related field.
- Recent graduate who is not currently enrolled in school or college.
- Experience developing communications products such as factsheets, messaging frameworks, briefs, or media materials.
- Demonstrated interest or experience in advocacy, public policy, or strategic communications.
- Multilingual skills and cross-cultural experience.
- Graphic design and multimedia skills.
- Experience working collaboratively in partnerships.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates can apply online by visiting the Nature Conservancy Application Link.
