The Nature Conservancy (All)
Urban Forest Network Coordinat
The Nature Conservancy (All), New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06540
Overview
Urban Forest Network Coordinator
As a core member of the Connecticut Chapter's Urban Conservation team, the Urban Forest Network Coordinator will support the development of Connecticut’s Urban Forest Network, a statewide initiative that seeks to build capacity within and between communities to address low canopy cover across Connecticut. This body of work sits within the broader Urban Conservation Program, which centers community decision-making to leverage the power of nature to improve conditions for health, well-being, and resilience in communities. The Urban Forest Network Coordinator’s responsibilities will include: Community outreach and event planning. Administrative support, including developing and communicating meeting agendas and notes. Support partnership development – including neighborhood, municipal, state, and federal government entities, non-profit organizations, foundations, academia, and faith-based groups. Data management support, including updating project database. This position is based in New Haven, with frequent travel across Connecticut. It is grant funded through 2028 and may work in variable weather conditions on difficult terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. Responsibilities
Community outreach and event planning. Administrative support, including developing and communicating meeting agendas and notes. Support partnership development – including neighborhood, municipal, state, and federal government entities, non-profit organizations, foundations, academia, and faith-based groups. Data management support, including updating project database. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resources management or related field and 2 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with Microsoft Office suite. Experience coordinating multiple projects. Experience handling standard business communications. Desired Qualifications
Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated 2-4 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to complete tasks independently within assigned time frames. Ability to manage multiple priorities, with assignments sometimes coming from a number of sources and work independently. Ability to coordinate project information from a number of sources to populate databases, create reports and produce manual files. Experience utilizing databases for data entry and report production preferred. Strong administrative skills including attention to detail and numerical ability. Ability to plan, administer and record results of work-team meetings and activities. 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.
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Urban Forest Network Coordinator
As a core member of the Connecticut Chapter's Urban Conservation team, the Urban Forest Network Coordinator will support the development of Connecticut’s Urban Forest Network, a statewide initiative that seeks to build capacity within and between communities to address low canopy cover across Connecticut. This body of work sits within the broader Urban Conservation Program, which centers community decision-making to leverage the power of nature to improve conditions for health, well-being, and resilience in communities. The Urban Forest Network Coordinator’s responsibilities will include: Community outreach and event planning. Administrative support, including developing and communicating meeting agendas and notes. Support partnership development – including neighborhood, municipal, state, and federal government entities, non-profit organizations, foundations, academia, and faith-based groups. Data management support, including updating project database. This position is based in New Haven, with frequent travel across Connecticut. It is grant funded through 2028 and may work in variable weather conditions on difficult terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. Responsibilities
Community outreach and event planning. Administrative support, including developing and communicating meeting agendas and notes. Support partnership development – including neighborhood, municipal, state, and federal government entities, non-profit organizations, foundations, academia, and faith-based groups. Data management support, including updating project database. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resources management or related field and 2 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with Microsoft Office suite. Experience coordinating multiple projects. Experience handling standard business communications. Desired Qualifications
Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated 2-4 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to complete tasks independently within assigned time frames. Ability to manage multiple priorities, with assignments sometimes coming from a number of sources and work independently. Ability to coordinate project information from a number of sources to populate databases, create reports and produce manual files. Experience utilizing databases for data entry and report production preferred. Strong administrative skills including attention to detail and numerical ability. Ability to plan, administer and record results of work-team meetings and activities. 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.
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