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The Nature Conservancy

Conserves ecosystems via science-based action

Executive Assistant - Finance and Operations

Executive SupportUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeArlington County, Arlington, VA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree and two years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
  • Experience generating reports and interpreting data.
  • Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
  • Experience organizing time and managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
  • Experience working across teams and communicating with a wide range of people.
  • Experience providing administrative support to a director or multiple directors.
  • Ability to analyze information to coordinate and plan activities and solve problems.
  • Ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results.
  • Experience interpreting guidelines to achieve desired results.
  • Experience working with a board of directors, donors, volunteers, the public, and/or all levels of staff.
  • Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle confidential information sensitively and comply with Conservancy policies and procedures and external donor, legal, and IRS requirements.
  • Ability to meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct administrative support to staff within the Office of the Chief Operating Officer and to the Office of the Chief Finance Officer leadership team.
  • Manage calendars, arrange domestic and international travel, process expenses, and assist with scheduling and coordinating meetings and special events.
  • Suggest and implement processes and practices to improve effectiveness.
  • Communicate on behalf of OCOO and OCFO leadership with staff across programs and potentially with donors, vendors, and business relations.
  • Communicate or distribute information to assist staff in making decisions, solving problems, and improving workflow.
  • Act independently on assigned tasks and exercise independent judgment based on analysis and experience, including on work that may not fall under established practices and guidelines.
  • Work within the scope of program strategic goals.
  • Coordinate projects with several variables within defined timelines and budgets.
  • Act as a resource to others to solve problems and act in a supervisor’s stead when instructed.
  • Refer difficult questions and unusual problems to a supervisor.
  • Occasionally travel or work outside normal business hours.

Desired Qualifications

  • Multilingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience are appreciated.

About the Company

The Nature Conservancy

Conserves ecosystems via science-based action

The Nature Conservancy is a global non-governmental organization that protects lands and waters to conserve nature and support human well-being. It works on science-led conservation projects around the world, partnering with communities, governments, and businesses to protect biodiversity, restore ecosystems, and address climate change. Its approach involves on-the-ground land and water protection, habitat restoration, sustainable resource practices, and policy advocacy, all guided by data and collaboration rather than partisan agendas. What sets it apart is its large, international footprint, long track record, and emphasis on measurable conservation outcomes through partnerships rather than relying on a single technology or product. The goal is to create a world where people can thrive alongside healthy ecosystems for generations to come.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$9.3M
Headquarters
Arlington County, VA
Founded
1951

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