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 develop a corporate fundraising strategy for a highly respected, century old organization working across the United States as well as Latin America and the Caribbean.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Manage a portfolio of corporate supporters and prospects, primarily capable of making $100K+ investments in Audubon, and shepherd them through the moves management process.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive plan to more than double Audubon’s corporate support in a three-year period.
- Focus on new business development to identify top prospects for comprehensive corporate partnerships spanning the local/state and national levels.
- In partnership with the Marketing team, identify opportunities for philanthropic and cause marketing relationships; develop and implement strategies to bring these new relationships to life.
- With colleagues in Audubon offices across the country, create a menu of corporate sponsorship opportunities that provide companies a way to achieve their CSR goals while satisfying Audubon’s conversation priorities.
- Work with development and marketing colleagues to develop strong donor materials—including concepts, proposals, reports, pitch decks, etc.
- Develop a strong knowledge of Audubon’s strategic plan and conservation priorities at local, regional, national, and international levels.
Skills/Experience:
- At least five years of progressive corporate fundraising experience with a strong understanding of corporate philanthropy and how it intersects with business goals.
- Proven track record of building donor relationships and securing corporate gifts at the $100K+ level; experience with $1M+ partnerships is desirable.
- Outgoing and dynamic communicator with excellent listening, speaking, and writing skills.
- Team player with a natural ability to develop strong relationships, with donors and peers alike.
- Ability to quickly synthesize complex ideas and align them with funder priorities.
- Highly motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic—with a willingness to push supporters to think big.
- Willingness to travel and work some evenings when needed.
- Experience and knowledge of the environmental landscape is a plus, but not required – however interest in conservation and the mission of the National Audubon Society is a must.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of Salesforce is a plus.
Additional Information:
The position will be based out of Audubon’s Headquarters in New York City, with possible travel approximately 25% of the time.
Candidates should submit a cover letter and writing sample (preferably a funder proposal or concept) when applying.
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Aug 8 2017
Active Until:
Sep 8 2017
Hiring Organization:
National Audubon Society
industry:
Nonprofit