Job Description

LOCATION : Based in the Southeast region near a metropolitan airport

THE CONSERVATION FUND

The Conservation Fund protects the land that sustains us all. We are in the business of conservation, creating innovative solutions that drive nature-based action in all 50 states for climate protection, vibrant communities and sustainable economies. We apply effective strategies, efficient financing approaches, and enduring government, community and private partnerships to protect millions of acres of America’s natural land, cultural sites, recreation areas and working forests and farms. To learn more, visit .

JOB HIGHLIGHTS

The Regional Director of Fundraising, Southeast will help create and implement strategies for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual, foundation, and corporate donors in the Southeast region—Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee—to support regional programs and projects as well as national priorities. Reporting to the Vice President of Strategic Giving, this new position will help build a more robust base of philanthropy in the region, in addition to supporting field staff across the region with their current foundation relationships. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is growth-minded and will also enjoy working collaboratively with field staff throughout the region and Strategic Giving Team colleagues. This will be a fast-paced, exciting opportunity to join an innovative team with a 40-year history of making a real, tangible difference in the national conservation landscape.

WHAT WE NEED YOU TO HAVE

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive, successful fundraising/development experience with foundations, individuals, and/or corporate donors.
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Organized, detail-oriented, possessing a builder’s mentality and strong work ethic.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills, including translating complicated project information into compelling and captivating stories.
• Grant proposal writing experience.
• Experience working with an environmental conservation organization, community resilience, or sustainable food system organization preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 35%.
• Passion and interest in the mission of The Conservation Fund.

WHAT WE’D LIKE YOU TO HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree preferred .
• Blackbaud and/or Salesforce experience.
• Event planning experience.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $125,000-$140,000, and the position is eligible for opportunities to earn performance-based bonus compensation. Please note: Salary range provided is an estimate and will be evaluated on an individual basis, taking into consideration the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education. The final salary offer will be determined accordingly.

The Fund offers a highly competitive package of benefits including:

• Employer contributions for medical, vision and dental insurance plans.
• Retirement plan discretionary company contribution.
• Company contributions to HSA account.
• Company-paid paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance.
• Continuing education benefit for approved programs.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Generous paid vacation, sick and floating holidays.
• Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, Spouse and Child plans at group rates.
• Six weeks paid parental leave
• 14 paid holidays

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

Frequently cited statistics show that women and people from underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they think they meet 100% of the criteria. If you meet many but not all the criteria and feel you may be a good fit for the role, The Conservation Fund encourages you to apply.

The Conservation Fund, a nonprofit corporation, is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave status, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. The Fund prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.

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