Senior Associate Director of Philanthropy, Hawaii and Palmyra

The Nature Conservancy • Honolulu, HI

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About The Position

What We Can Achieve Together: The Senior Associate Director of Philanthropy works closely with the development team to plan, implement, and coordinate effective multi-year strategies and plans for gift prospects, including corporate, foundation, and/or individual donors. This role is responsible for managing a portfolio of qualified donors and building strong relationships. They understand and apply complex principles of developing donor strategies. They will be responsible for direct asks to both global and local priorities to meet funding needs. They can discuss assets and listen for opportunities for gifts of assets or other non-cash gifts, such as planned gifts and trade lands. The Senior Associate Director of Philanthropy provides opportunities for donors to receive recognition and increase future giving. They involve and engage appropriate partners in the field and at the Worldwide Office, keeping them apprised of interactions, issues and/or concerns, and address questions as needed. They can feature the programs of the Conservancy in detailed terms and can confidently discuss legacy giving opportunities. This position understands project budgets and may build proposal budgets utilizing this knowledge. They will develop a referral network as needed and may manage formal and/or informal networks of volunteers. They will be required to use the Conservancy’s donor database and may develop proposals. They will travel occasionally, work long and flexible hours as needed. The work environment may involve infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain. We’re Looking for You: The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Senior Associate Director of Development who’s passionate about fundraising and business development to help convey TNC’s mission to diverse groups. You would be part of a team of philanthropy and development professionals cultivating relationships and gifts with our amazing donors. Come join us! The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation leader and one of the top fundraising charities in the United States. This position will be based on Oahu. What You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s degree and 6 years related experience or an equivalent combination.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years related experience or an equivalent combination.
• Experience building and maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents.
• Experience in asking for and closing gifts of $50,000 or more.
• Experience in managing and tracking multiple prospects and donors.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, preferably in a large non-profit.
• Experience working with fundraising principles and practices.
• Experience, coursework, or other training in current trends in charitable giving in the areas of capital campaigns, major gifts or planned giving.
• This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program

Nice To Haves

• Fundraising in the state of Hawaii.
• Ability to design and manage fundraising plans, including individualized cultivation, solicitation, and recognition plans.
• Ability to determine an individual’s interests, capacity, and potential for helping the Conservancy meet its goals, and act appropriately to tie those interests with the Conservancy’s work.
• Ability to educate and inform prospective and existing donors about appropriate giving vehicles.
• Demonstrated experience using listening, diplomacy, and tact to build strong relationships and motivate donors and volunteers.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex, high profile or sensitive agreements.
• Working knowledge of charitable gift planning.

Responsibilities

• plan, implement, and coordinate effective multi-year strategies and plans for gift prospects, including corporate, foundation, and/or individual donors
• managing a portfolio of qualified donors and building strong relationships
• responsible for direct asks to both global and local priorities to meet funding needs
• discuss assets and listen for opportunities for gifts of assets or other non-cash gifts, such as planned gifts and trade lands
• provides opportunities for donors to receive recognition and increase future giving
• involve and engage appropriate partners in the field and at the Worldwide Office, keeping them apprised of interactions, issues and/or concerns, and address questions as needed
• feature the programs of the Conservancy in detailed terms and can confidently discuss legacy giving opportunities
• understands project budgets and may build proposal budgets utilizing this knowledge
• develop a referral network as needed and may manage formal and/or informal networks of volunteers
• required to use the Conservancy’s donor database and may develop proposals

Benefits

• TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees