Philanthropy Writer

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World Wildlife Fund
Washington, DC, United States
Full-time

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the world’s leading conservation organization, seeks a Philanthropy Writer at our Washington, DC headquarters to work as part of a team that develops high-caliber, donor-centric philanthropy materials for major donors that will educate, inspire, and present a compelling case for support of WWF’s global conservation priorities.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Drafts and/or edits highly personalized narratives to create major donor stewardship and solicitation documents that accurately transform complex material into highly readable, detailed, and inspiring cases for support. This includes, but is not limited to, work on stewardship reports, concept pieces, proposals, and multi-media presentations.
  • Works closely with Deputy Director, development officers, and conservation staff to support development of compelling funding opportunities for WWF priority programs.
  • Coordinates closely with program and development staff and with others across WWF to complete projects on schedule.
  • Actively builds on/seeks out knowledge of trends in philanthropy, especially as relates to donor communications.
  • Actively develops and maintains strong knowledge of WWF’s conservation priorities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree is required. 
Skills/Experience: 
  • 3-5 years of professional work experience with at least 1 year of specific experience with philanthropy writing and research, including writing proposals and reports for high net worth individuals and/or foundations and packaging fundraising or marketing materials. 
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage numerous deadlines.
  • Strong project management, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to set priorities and juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment; and to communicate in a cross-functional environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively as a member of a team; and to accept guidance and feedback.
How to Apply: 

https://careers-wwfus.icims.com/jobs/1967/philanthropy-writer---18049/job

Job Function: 
Fundraising, Grants & Financial Support

Organization Info

World Wildlife Fund

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington, DC, United States
Website: 
worldwildlife.org
Founded: 
1991
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Environment
Animal Advocacy / Shelters
International
Mission: 

For 50 years, WWF has been protecting the future of nature. The world's leading conservation organization, WWF works in 100 countries and is supported by 1.2 million members in the United States and close to 5 million globally.

WWF's unique way of working combines global reach with a foundation in science, involves action at every level from local to global, and ensures the delivery of innovative solutions that meet the needs of both people and nature.

Programs: 

WWF works to: 

  • Conserve the world's most important forests to sustain nature's diversity, benefit our climate, and support human well-being
  • Safeguard healthy oceans and marine livelihoods
  • Secure water for people and nature
  • Protect the worlds most important species
  • Drive sustainable food systems to conserve nature and feed humanity
  • Create a climate-resilient and zero-carbon world, powered by renewable energy

These things are not just “nice to have". . . they are “need to haves." They are the things that make it possible for us to live. And so, to ensure our very survival, they must be kept safe.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Feb 2 2018
Active Until: 
Mar 2 2018
Hiring Organization: 
World Wildlife Fund
industry: 
Nonprofit