EcoRise seeks an experienced fundraiser to join our dynamic, fast-paced team of change-makers. This position is fully remote. Applicants located anywhere in the U.S. are encouraged to apply.

Position Overview

EcoRise seeks a self-motivated, highly organized, adaptable, and experienced director to lead our development team and advance key partnerships nationally in alignment with the organization’s Vision 2025 strategic growth plan. The Senior Director, Development will be a member of the organization’s leadership team and will work alongside our board, advisory council, senior leadership, and staff to further the mission of EcoRise by providing strategic leadership, direction, and management for resource development.  

The Senior Director, Development will be responsible for designing and executing a multi-year development plan that includes innovative approaches to growing existing partnerships and cultivating new revenue opportunities to support programs nationally, including foundation support, corporate partnerships, and government grants. This position will report to the Co-Executive Director and supervise development staff and contractors.

Primary Responsibilities

Development Strategy and Execution

• Create and implement a multi-year development plan in alignment with the organization’s strategic plan and to support a $2.5 million annual budget. Motivate and leverage internal and external stakeholders, including the development team, leadership team, board, and advisory council, to achieve established goals.
• Increase foundation, corporate, and government cumulative revenue by 25% over two years to support expanded programming focused on the Northeast, Southeast, and Southwest United States.
• Identify strategies and approaches that support the decolonization of philanthropy, center program participants and communities served by our programs, and provide new funding opportunities for community-based partners, including frontline environmental justice organizations.
• Support the Board Development Subcommittee to play an active role in generating prospects and stewarding existing relationships. Keep subcommittee and board appraised of development activities and progress to goals.
• Manage Development Team to support with research, prospecting, stewardship, and all reporting requirements for existing grants.
• Collaborate with Communications Team to create and implement a compelling annual giving campaign that centers program stories, nourishes existing partnerships, and grows individual donor base.
• Provide feedback and guidance to improve marketing, storytelling, and communications initiatives that advance brand awareness and stewardship of key partners.
• Use and refine internal systems, structures, and processes to maintain clear organization of the development team’s activities and workflow.
• Leverage technology tools and applications such as Salesforce, Google Apps, Dropbox, and Trello to effectively manage proposals, reporting, and data.
• Build a strategy to advance thought leadership and increase organizational visibility through national conferences, events, and communication initiatives.

Corporate Partner Engagement

• Complete landscape analysis of corporate partners employee engagement initiatives and develop innovative strategies for in-person and virtual plug-and-play employee engagement opportunities that are mission aligned.    
• Build employee giving program with existing corporate partners and the organization’s board members.
• Present at conferences nationally with partners to showcase the organization’s success in developing cross-sector partnerships between school districts, corporations, and municipal government.
• Leverage existing and new relationships to build new public-private partnerships in support of programs such as our Youth Climate Councils.

Requirements

• 5-8 years related fundraising or grantmaking experience or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to craft strategy and execute tactics from start to finish, assess impact, and regroup accordingly.
• Experience securing major grants from foundations, corporate partners, and government sources.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills that help represent racially, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse communities.
• Ability to successfully execute multiple, simultaneous projects on time with high-quality results.
• Self-driven personality with effective project management skills.
• Attentive to detail with a keen aptitude for organization.
• Strong computer literacy skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Apps, and Salesforce.
• Ability to adapt and learn quickly, ask thoughtful questions, and give and receive feedback.
• Committed to, knowledgeable of, and enthusiastic about the EcoRise mission and programs; familiarity with sustainability, environmental and climate justice, and public K–12 education systems.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work nights and weekends as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time position with an annual salary ranging from $90,000 to $100,000 based on experience. Benefits include an unlimited PTO policy with seven paid holidays and four weeks recess for all staff, flexible Fridays, insurance (including health, dental and vision), retirement plan contribution, $1,500 quality of life stipend, professional development stipends, and co-working expense reimbursement.

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Location

United States (remote)

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Timeline

Interviews will take place in April with an estimated start date of May 1, 2024.

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Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and technical skills required of personnel so classified.

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‍EcoRise is committed to building a culturally diverse team and strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. We value diversity of all kinds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other. As an equal-opportunity employer, we seek to hire, develop, and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Individuals from non-traditional backgrounds, historically under-served, or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

EcoRise mobilizes a new generation of leaders to design healthy, just, and thriving communities for all. We work at the intersection of sustainability education, climate resilience, and environmental justice by elevating youth voices and advancing student-led solutions to real-world challenges. We offer a range of curricula and programs for students, teachers, school districts, and partners, designed to advance environmental literacy, sustainable schools, and equitable access to green career pathways.

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