Executive Business Partner, NY

The Nature Conservancy•New York City, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The New York Division Executive Business Partner works closely with the New York Division Director and the New York Division Executive Team to provide strategic, substantive, operational, and administrative support. They will be responsible for providing direct support to the Division Director, the New York Executive Team, and may also occasionally support other Division teams as necessary. The Executive Business Partner employs high-level, sophisticated communications and thinking with multiple internal and external stakeholders. This position provides project management and administrative expertise to ensure the office of the New York Division Director and the NY Executive Team are efficient, productive, and operate at the highest levels of professionalism. They will work with multiple team members to maximize efficiency and coordination among multiple departments or operating units.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination, including 2 years providing direct administrative support to a senior manager.
Experience managing and implementing multiple projects.
Experience negotiating agreements.
Experience coordinating tasks of others.
Experience with current technology in relevant field.
Experience working with a wide range of people, such as board of directors, donors, volunteers, and/or all levels of employees.
Experience working with cross-functional teams.
Valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

Nice To Haves

Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.
Ability to manage and implement complex processes and diverse activities.
Ability to work in partnership with others in a collaborative role.
AI savvy and though still learning, are willing and eager to learn how to best use AI thoughtfully and consistent with Conservancy guidelines.
Comfortability with and ability to navigate technology overall.
Advanced knowledge in current and evolving technology utilized by program; (PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Word, Mural, Miro, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to conceive and write creatively for various audiences.
Proficiency in interpreting guidelines and manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data.
Strong organization, planning, and problem-solving skills.
Successful experience implementing strategic program goals.
High degree of professionalism, sense of urgency and commitment to quality.
Experience supporting the executive as a whole person and all facets of the job.

Responsibilities

Act as a strategic partner to the Division Director in leadership and time effectiveness.
Act independently, and in supervisor’s stead as needed, and exercise independent judgement to identify and solve complex problems.
Develop and implement new initiatives that will ensure department and organization-wide goals and strategies are achieved.
Design and manage multiple projects as needed and identified, including directing work of team members, managing budgets, setting deadlines, and ensuring accountability.
Maintain accountability for strategic goals and deadlines related to the Division Director, North America, and the Arlington Office.
Schedule meetings including Executive Team meetings and retreats, develop agendas in cooperation with Executive Director and Chief of Staff, compile meeting notes and help develop strategies for effective meeting design.
Project manage trustee and team members related meetings, as well as other events, on behalf of the Division Director.
Ensure Division Director is well prepared for donor meetings and engagements in coordination with Development.
Create high quality, sophisticated presentations, and related support materials for the Division Director.
Ensure programmatic commitments, Conservancy policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance; decisions may bind the organization financially or legally.
Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate the appropriate management of sensitive and emotionally charged information.
May manage or participate in complex negotiations.
Travel occasionally, working long and flexible hours, as needed.
Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines.