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The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which include a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there are lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight into TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or Glassdoor.
Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “You’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”
Reporting to the U.S. Director of Principal Gift Development, the Associate Director of Principal Gift Development is a key member of TNC’s US Wealth Markets team—a cross-cutting team of global principal gifts fundraisers spanning five markets in the United States and a strong partner with the Texas philanthropy team. They are fully focused on PG-level prospect identification and qualification, engaging ultra-high net worth, global citizens with TNC with a goal of building lasting, long-term relationships and raising support for TNC’s global priorities. This position is focused on building a portfolio and the incumbent should have experience in and passion for cold prospecting at the PG level. The Associate Director works closely with our prospect development team, philanthropy operations team, key volunteer leaders, local and global TNC fundraisers, and senior leaders and executive management from across the Conservancy to identify and build relationships with new prospective donors who have a primary residence in Texas. The goal of the Associate Director is to qualify prospects who are interested in engaging with TNC (while disqualifying those who are not interested) and to develop and execute adapted strategies for each qualified individual, ultimately building a strong relationship between TNC and each prospect.
The Associate Director should have an entrepreneurial spirit and approach to pipeline development. They are responsible for developing a new portfolio from a list of leads and making major and principal gift-level solicitations in support of TNC priorities, including raising flexible or lightly restricted funding. They have experience in and enthusiasm for principal gifts discovery work, creative approaches to prospect outreach and engagement, can discuss assets proficiently, and listen for opportunities for gifts of assets or other non-cash gifts. They will incorporate blended gifts and gifts of assets in solicitations of donors. They are capable of discussing the priorities of the Conservancy and working collaboratively within a complex matrix organization.
Are you looking to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial ecosystem where your contributions as a principal gift fundraiser help advance the impact of one of the world’s largest environmental organizations through transformational philanthropy? Do you enjoy working in highly collaborative and large global teams with some of the industry's most innovative and high-performing fundraisers, all while having a ton of fun? Are you self-motivated, resourceful, innovative, adaptable, a strong communicator, collaborative, and have experience in and excitement for building relationships with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and developing a portfolio from scratch?
As the world's largest environmental organization, with a presence in more than 70 countries, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) works around the world to help people and nature thrive by protecting the lands and waters on which all life depends and fighting climate change. TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the dual crises of our time: climate change and biodiversity loss. We’re looking for someone who has experience and finds joy in building portfolios from scratch (Discovery), is passionate about our mission, innovative and motivated, naturally collaborative, can thrive in a remote position, and is excited to join a team in growth mode. If this sounds like the role and place you would thrive in, come join TNC and apply today!
Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, we impact conservation throughout the world!
The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that is supportive of the health, well-being, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $105,750 - $155,950 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
Please apply to Job #55462 at www.nature.org/careers, or apply directly xx. Submit required cover letter and resume separately using the upload buttons. Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
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