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Director of Institutional Giving

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New York, NY, United States
Full-time

Reporting to the Vice President of Development, s/he will be a key part of institutional fundraising in Audubon’s National Development office. This is an opportunity for a highly motivated development professional to build and manage a portfolio of corporate and foundation prospects and donors capable of making six and seven-figure investments in Audubon’s work.

The position will be based out of Audubon’s Headquarters in New York City, with possible travel approximately 25% of time.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Generate more than $3M a year in foundation and corporate support with a portfolio of donors and prospects capable of making six- and seven-figure investments
  • Partner with conservation, policy, network and science teams to prioritize funding needs and identify new funding opportunities
  • Tell the Audubon story in bold and compelling ways—develop big, visionary proposals that stitch together the organization’s work across the country
  • Focus on new business to expand Audubon’s donor pipeline—identify untapped prospects, develop and implement cultivation plans
  • Shepherd donors through the moves management process—and capitalize on the full range of Audubon assets to do so, involving (and overseeing) senior management, program staff, and volunteers to do so.
  • Develop a strong knowledge of Audubon’s strategic plan and conservation priorities at local, regional, national, and international levels.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree required
How to Apply: 

Candidates should submit a cover letter and writing sample (preferably of an LOI or funder proposal) when applying.

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Organization Info

National Audubon Society

Overview
Headquarters: 
New York, NY, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1972
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Mission: 

Audubon saves birds and their habitats throughout the America using science, advocacy, education and on-the-ground conservation.

Audubon operates an extensive network of National conservation programs, 23 state and regional offices, 41 centers, 23 sanctuaries and 463 independent chapters. Our work is a powerful combination of science, on the ground conservation, policy and engagement expertise that strives to protect and restore habitat, and to build the durable public will to implement policies that safeguard birds, other wildlife and the resources that sustain us all-in the U.S. and across the Americas.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Jul 25 2017
Active Until: 
Aug 25 2017
Hiring Organization: 
National Audubon Society
industry: 
Nonprofit