Federal Campaigns Associate
What We Can Achieve Together
As a member of the Engagement and Advocacy Campaigns Team, the Federal Campaigns Associate supports and implements federal advocacy and political influence campaigns to advance The Nature Conservancy’s biodiversity, climate, and natural climate solutions priorities. The position serves as a key connector between the North American Policy and Government Relations (NAPGR) policy experts, state chapters, and volunteer leaders and stakeholders, helping translate federal policy priorities into effective advocacy strategies and engagement efforts.
The Federal Campaigns Associate plays a critical role in coordinating campaign activities, developing advocacy tools and resources, engaging key supporters, and supporting cross‑organizational collaboration to influence legislative and administrative outcomes at the federal level.
We're Looking For You
The Federal Campaigns Associate plans, coordinates, and implements advocacy strategies and campaign activities to engage key supporters and stakeholders in support of federal policy priorities. This includes supporting campaign development and execution, creating advocacy materials and communications, organizing trainings and events, and coordinating outreach efforts with internal and external partners.
The role serves as a liaison among NAPGR policy experts, Engagement and Advocacy Campaigns colleagues, state chapters, and volunteer leaders, ensuring alignment, information flow, and effective execution of advocacy initiatives. The Associate contributes research, policy analysis, logistical support, and strategic input to help advance legislative and administrative objectives.
Responsibilities & Scope
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $90,000 – $103,785. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
Who We Are
The Nature Conservancy’s 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 world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One 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. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the 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 a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 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. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization 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's background screening process.
Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!
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 applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
As a member of the Engagement and Advocacy Campaigns Team, the Federal Campaigns Associate supports and implements federal advocacy and political influence campaigns to advance The Nature Conservancy’s biodiversity, climate, and natural climate solutions priorities. The position serves as a key connector between the North American Policy and Government Relations (NAPGR) policy experts, state chapters, and volunteer leaders and stakeholders, helping translate federal policy priorities into effective advocacy strategies and engagement efforts.
The Federal Campaigns Associate plays a critical role in coordinating campaign activities, developing advocacy tools and resources, engaging key supporters, and supporting cross‑organizational collaboration to influence legislative and administrative outcomes at the federal level.
We're Looking For You
The Federal Campaigns Associate plans, coordinates, and implements advocacy strategies and campaign activities to engage key supporters and stakeholders in support of federal policy priorities. This includes supporting campaign development and execution, creating advocacy materials and communications, organizing trainings and events, and coordinating outreach efforts with internal and external partners.
The role serves as a liaison among NAPGR policy experts, Engagement and Advocacy Campaigns colleagues, state chapters, and volunteer leaders, ensuring alignment, information flow, and effective execution of advocacy initiatives. The Associate contributes research, policy analysis, logistical support, and strategic input to help advance legislative and administrative objectives.
Responsibilities & Scope
- Coordinate with NAPGR policy experts and state chapters to support and implement federal biodiversity and climate advocacy campaigns.
- Develop and maintain advocacy tools, outreach materials, talking points, and presentations to engage key supporters, volunteer leaders, and stakeholders.
- Support campaign logistics, including meetings, briefings, trainings, and advocacy events (e.g., Capitol Hill engagements).
- Serve as an informational and coordination point between federal policy staff, state chapters, and campaign stakeholders.
- Facilitate meetings and communicate professionally with individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and geographies.
- Support campaign research, policy tracking, and analysis related to legislative and administrative priorities.
- Coordinate with consultants, partners, and internal teams to support campaign execution and stakeholder engagement.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable federal lobbying laws and regulations.
- May provide coordination or task leadership for discrete projects, interns, volunteers, or temporary staff.
- Operate independently within established program goals while contributing to team priorities and deadlines.
- Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Fluency in English.
- Experience communicating with government, legislative staff, stakeholders, volunteer leaders, or program leadership.
- Experience coordinating or supporting multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring accountability.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, including preparing materials, briefings, or presentations.
- Experience working collaboratively across teams, organizations, or partner networks.
- Experience with federal legislative or administrative policy processes.
- Experience supporting advocacy or political influence campaigns at the federal, state, or local level.
- Experience working with volunteer leaders, donors, trustees, or politically connected stakeholders.
- Familiarity with U.S. social, economic, and political conditions related to conservation or environmental issues.
- Experience working in a decentralized organization and coordinating across functions and geographies.
- Strong organizational, relationship‑building, and facilitation skills.
- Advanced degree and/or multilingual or multicultural experience a plus.
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $90,000 – $103,785. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
Who We Are
The Nature Conservancy’s 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 world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One 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. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the 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 a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 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. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization 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's background screening process.
Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!
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 applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.