- Lead cultivation,
solicitation, and stewardship of an increasing portfolio of
prospective and current individual donors to ensure a steady pool
of unrestricted funding, as well as identifying and recruiting new
planned giving donors. - Craft and execute
solicitation strategies for individual donors—write briefings,
prepare correspondence, set meetings, make the ask, follow up on
all solicitations, and steward the donation and the ongoing
relationship. - Work with Board
Advancement Committee. - Organize and manage
Annual Fund and other individual giving efforts. - Strengthen
individual-donor operations and stewardship. - Oversee and improve
internal processes for donor research, communications and data
management. - Work with the
Communications Team to build donor-centric cultivation
materials. - Ensure the
confidentiality and integrity of donor relationships, donor data
management, and gift agreements. - Co-Supervise the
Communications and Development Coordinator - Utilize events to engage
donors, prospects, and supporters across portfolios. - Lead in design,
preparation, and implementation of fundraising events. - Participate in events
and other networking opportunities with prospective and current
donors. - Develop strong
relationships with program staff and create effective ways to
communicate their work to our donors and prospects. - Become knowledgeable and
conversant in all aspects of the Center for Large Landscapes'
mission, programs, and strategic framework. - Amplify a culture of
philanthropy amongst our staff, board, and
partners. - Perform special
projects, research, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications &
ExpectationsPreferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 8 years
progressive non-profit and fundraising experience, with emphasis on
annual and major gifts fundraising strongly preferred. - Demonstrated success in
identifying, cultivating, and soliciting individual donors with
experience securing gifts from individual donors of 5- to 6-
figures. - Excellent
relationship-building skills such as the ability to build rapport
with internal and external stakeholders around the Center's
mission, approach and programs. - Knowledge of current
trends in charitable giving, annual appeals and major
gifts. - Understanding of best
practices in donor relationship management and event
planning. - Excellent organizational
skills, attention to detail and quality, and exceptional follow-up
skills. - Excellent written and
verbal communication skills; experience giving presentations to
donors or prospective donors. - Proficient with
Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint
and proficient with cloud-based applications such as Google Suites,
, and Slack. - Experience with
fundraising CRM/database programs. - Passion for and
interest in the environment and nature; knowledge of conservation
science and ecology a plus. - Outstanding
interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate with a wide range
of colleagues at the local and global levels.
Essential Qualifications: - Ability to work
effectively and respectfully across cultures. - Ability to travel
domestically and possibly internationally, by car or plane, for up
to 20% of their time. - Must be legally
authorized to work in the United States.
General Expectations: - Support the Center's
internal policies and processes and help to advance organizational
effectiveness and culture. - Bring integrity,
genuineness, and intellectual curiosity to your daily
work. - Provide leadership in
decision making and problem solving in your program
area. - Commit to mentorship;
invest time to support, coach & empower your team. - Give, receive, and
process information in a professional manner. - Maintain confidentiality
and discretion with sensitive information. - Understand and strive
for long-term sustainability of the organization. - Positively represent the
Center in both public and private settings.
Individual Giving Director - Bozeman, United States - Center for Large Landscape Conservation
1 month ago
Description
Position Type: Full time, exempt
Location: Remote, Montana
preferred.
Compensation: $75,000- $95,000 DOE
Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical, dental
& vision insurance, up to a 5% match on 401k contributions,
generous PTO, and flexible scheduling
Anticipated Travel: Up to 20%
Reports to: Chief Strategy Officer
Application Deadline: June 2, 2024
Preferred Start Date: As soon as
possible
About the Center for Large Landscape Conservation (CLLC
/ the Center)
The Center for Large Landscape Conservation is a nonprofit
organization based in Bozeman, Montana. We bring science, policy,
and proven solutions directly to communities working to protect and
restore the health and climate integrity of the planet through
large-scale conservation measures. The Center is a leader in the
fast-growing global movement to reverse landscape fragmentation,
restore nature's resilience to climate change, and support
community-led action.
The Center offers a supportive, flexible, and dynamic work
environment. We place a high degree of emphasis on hiring staff who
bring diverse skills, backgrounds, and life experience, consistent
enthusiasm and energy, and a collaborative mindset to the Center.
We work to actively cultivate an inclusive workplace and people of
color, LGBTQ+ persons, and people from other historically
marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to
apply.
Position Overview
As an essential member of the Development and Communications
Team, the Individual Giving Director drives the development and
maintenance of a portfolio of individual and major gifts to achieve
fundraising goals identified in the Center's annual budget and
strategic plan. This new position will build out the Center's
Individual Giving Program to diversify current revenue streams
allowing greater flexibility to truly drive our mission-centric
strategy. The ideal candidate will have exceptional
relationship-building skills, comfort in a forward-facing donor
engagement role and a strong understanding of donor/partner
cultivation and management. This philanthropic leader will have a
proven track record in building a donor portfolio and developing
and implementing successful fundraising strategies and
systems.
The Individual Giving Director will manage and direct each step
of the donor pipeline, including prospecting, qualification,
cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. As a direct report to
the Chief Strategy Officer, they will utilize the Center's Board of
Directors to engage potential donors directly through cultivation
and events. With the Communications Manager, this person will
develop creative and influential content and marketing strategies
that connect donors of all sizes with our work and its impact.
Lastly, alongside our Foundation and Grants Manager, they will
ensure effective philanthropic operations and drive fundraising
best practices.
Responsibilities & Duties