Senior Communications Specialist, Nature Finance and Investment - 26047

Overview

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, seeks a Senior Communications Specialist, Nature Finance and Investment.

The Senior Communications Specialist (SCS) will play a pivotal role in planning and executing multi-channel communications strategies to advance the objectives of WWF’s newest initiative, Nature Finance and Investment (NFI), which aims to channel private capital toward key conservation priorities. The SCS is responsible for developing print and digital content, collaborating closely with NFI staff and communicators across the organization, and ensuring alignment with WWF’s guidelines and brand standards. The SCS will draw on their knowledge of finance, investment, conservation, and strategic communications to tailor complex financial concepts to the needs of each audience.

Salary Range: $81,100 - $101,400

Position Length: Limited Term - 2 years

Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid work structure with minimum of 2 days a week in office)

Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.   

Responsibilities

• Develops communications strategies and write communications plans that advance NFI’s priorities and the organization’s mission in close collaboration with senior leaders.
• Creates or co-creates communications content, including messaging, presentations, news releases, statements, and web stories, for internal and external audiences that adheres closely to organizational brand and editorial guidelines and communications policies.
• Builds out and manages NFI social media assets and supports NFI leadership’s social media outreach.
• Oversees the NFI team fact database, editorial calendar, and internal newsletter.
• Coordinates with internal colleagues, including program communicators, the Media & External Affairs team, Web and Social teams, and others in the Communications & Marketing division to develop and implement communication plans and underlying assets to advance NFI and WWF’s mission and goals.
• Works with external partners, including overseeing the work of communications vendors hired for projects.
• Independently or collaboratively fields requests for information from colleagues, external partners, or the public to further WWF’s mission with NFI-specific capabilities.
• Provides communications counsel and manages/represents the NFI team at select internal and external events.
• Establishes expertise in NFI team programmatic areas to provide guidance on developing and reaching communications goals related to the programs.
• Tracks topics relevant to the NFI team’s agenda and identifies and helps mitigate potential reputational issues.
• Reviews the performance outcomes and status of communications activities, evaluates and reports relevant results, and makes recommendations for future activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

Strategic Thinking and Planning:

Demonstrates a strategic mindset by developing and executing comprehensive communication plans that align with team priorities and broader organizational goals.Attention to Detail and Execution:Produces high-quality communications plans and content with strong attention to detail; effectively manages timelines and consistently meets deadlines.

Communication and Influence:Translates complex financial and conservation concepts into clear, compelling messages tailored to diverse audiences; uses persuasive communication to drive understanding and action.

Initiative and Accountability Competency:Applies proactive problem-solving skills, takes initiative to address challenges, and assumes ownership and accountability for delivering results.

Collaboration and Adaptability:Works effectively both independently and collaboratively; builds constructive relationships with colleagues across functions and organizational levels; maintains a positive attitude and adapts effectively in dynamic and evolving environments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. communications, journalism, conservation, economics/business, international development).
• Six years of experience in mission-oriented strategic communications (or three years of experience with an advanced degree). 
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and project management abilities.
• Advanced expertise with Microsoft 365 software, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Professional experience managing social media assets across several social platforms.
• Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style and experience adhering to organizations’ editorial and brand guidelines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships in a complex environment.
• Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams.
• Identifies and aligns with WWF’s core values:
  • We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it’s needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
  • We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.
  • We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
  • We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.

To Apply: 

• Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26047

• Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone 

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. 

Salary : $81,100 - $101,400