The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

The Director of Development I (DoD I) is responsible for directing all aspects of the New Mexico fundraising program, which will secure significant financial resources from foundations, corporations, and individuals to support conservation goals. They will establish the vision for areas of responsibility, identify key challenges, develop and implement fundraising plans, and deliver targeted outcomes. The DoD I leads a team of development professionals. They are responsible for recruiting, developing and retaining high-performing development staff and nurturing effective collaboration with a geographically dispersed team. The DoD I reports directly to the New Mexico State Director and serves on the New Mexico business unit’s management team.

The Director of Development I will work towards meeting the strategic priorities of the program by developing and managing plans and strategies. They are responsible for ensuring the programmatic work is a collaborative and well-integrated effort within development and across the organization, including organizing internal communications. They focus on long-range strategic priorities, advance the Conservancy’s goals, and communicate a broad vision to others. They manage vendor relationships, as needed. They work with teams to establish and track measures and lead indicators of progress and success. They will lead diverse activities, develop complex processes, project outcomes, and initiate solutions to improve effectiveness. The DoD I leverages constructive and effective relationships with a wide range of people, including senior management, donors, volunteers, public and private sector colleagues, and partners including financial/legal advisors.

The Director of Development I (DoD I) will bring the best out of the development team and staff at large with their thought-leadership, proactive spirit, metrics-driven and inclusive approach, while also providing opportunities for work-life balance to staff. They will create a working environment of trust, transparency, innovation, efficiency, and growth.

Are you passionate about helping people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who can lead, retain, and develop a passionate team of, and be a key leader within the business unit. The Conservancy is a global conservation leader and one of the top fundraising charities in the United States. If you have experience supervising a team, closing principal & major gifts, and working cross-functionally in a complex non-profit environment, the Nature Conservancy may be the place for you.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

1. Bachelor’s degree and 7 years related experience.
2. Experience asking for and closing major gifts.
3. Experience building and maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents such as major donors, foundations and corporations.
4. Experience in planning and delivering budgetary responsibilities.
5. Experience managing and supervising a multidisciplinary team.
6. Experience, coursework, or other training in principles, practices, and procedures of charitable giving, particularly in the areas of capital campaigns, major gifts and planned giving.

WHAT WE BRING

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into 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 and partners, we impact conservation around the world! 

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

SALARY INFORMATION

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $117,500-$125,000 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.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 56210 at www.nature.org/careers.