Michigan Executive Director and Midwest Partner

About the role

The Michigan Executive Director and Midwest Partner leads a large, complex business unit in The Nature Conservancy's global organization and acts as a conservation strategist for the Midwest Division (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin). The role represents Michigan and the Midwest to internal and external audiences, including donors, media, the business community, the Michigan Board of Trustees, government agencies and partners, and serves as the primary spokesperson for TNC in Michigan. It reports to the Midwest Division Director.

Key responsibilities

• Set objectives and manage the performance of a large, multidisciplinary team, with a focus on strategy, fundraising and managing the Board of Trustees.
• Cultivate and solicit high-level private and public donors to meet fundraising goals.
• Support conservation programs, organization visibility, policy and government relations, staff management and the financial health of the business unit.
• Collaborate with peer Midwest Executive Directors and the Midwest Board of Partners on cross-boundary strategy and resource deployment, and sponsor one or more regional conservation strategy and functional area teams.
• Create a healthy work environment and support coordinated staff development across the region.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience as a leader in conservation, the non-profit sector, advocacy or a related for-profit area.
• Proven experience cultivating and soliciting high-level donors; extensive management experience leading a large team.
• Written and verbal fluency in English; strong presentation and communication skills.
• Desired: 7 to 10 years of experience, U.S. and global experience, knowledge of conservation practices, public speaking experience, a strong network of contacts, and a valid driver's license with compliance with the Auto Safety Program.

What we offer

• Starting pay range of $185,000 - $218,000 for U.S.-based candidates, depending on location, qualifications and experience.
• Health care, flexible spending account, 401(k) with 8% employer match, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage and employee assistance program.
• A flexible work environment.