Director of Development
Core
Directing development functions to secure financial resources for conservation goals in Arizona and the Western US/Canada.
Role type
Senior leadership development director (non-profit)
Builds
Conservation programs and fundraising campaigns
Domain
Environmental conservation / Non-profit philanthropy
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Strategic planning, team management, major gift fundraising, stakeholder negotiation, budget management, program design
Preferred skills
Experience in complex non-profit environments, adaptive leadership, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Oversee comprehensive development program securing funds from foundations, corporations, and individuals; Manage development staffing and culture including hiring and performance; Lead a $60+ million campaign launching in 2027; Present analysis and recommendations to the Board of Trustees; Manage a portfolio of major donors with specific fundraising goals
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibility