Job Information
The Nature Conservancy Ohio Director of Development - 55282 in Dublin, Ohio
OFFICE LOCATION
Ohio, USA
Must be based in Ohio, USA, with a preference of Columbus, but flexible with Cleveland and Cincinnati areas.
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WHO WE ARE
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{rel="nofollow"} 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{rel="nofollow"} to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor{rel="nofollow"}.
One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Ohio Director of Development (DOD) is responsible for directing all aspects of one or more development functions, which will secure significant financial resources to support conservation goals. The DOD leads the development team for the Ohio program, including individual giving, planned giving, some foundation relations and, with the support of other experts, corporate giving.
The DOD plays a leading role for the Ohio Chapter of The Nature Conservancy to preserve, strengthen and grow a culture of philanthropy to support our mission to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. The DOD leads a comprehensive, top-in-class development program that secures significant philanthropic resources from individuals, corporations, and foundations to support The Nature Conservancy's priorities in Ohio and around the world. They have access to fundraising expertise and best practices in the Midwest, nationally and globally, and will lead and oversee a team of five that focuses on major gift fundraising and outreach, including multi-year fundraising campaigns, major (6-, 7- and even 8-figure) gift fundraising, donor prospecting, strategic communications, planned giving, research, and stewardship. The DOD has access and support from development operations managed centrally to free up the team to focus externally and place a major personal emphasis on face-to-face fundraising. The DOD reports to the State Director and works closely with them to manage philanthropic support and outreach, and in helping to recruit, engage, and retain a strong and diverse Ohio Board of Trustees as key partners.
The DoD will be responsible for a select group of prospects and donors, with emphasis on major and principal gifts. The DOD build and maintains relationships with these donors, creating new connections to increase philanthropic revenue in service of our conservation vision while also unlocking the full potential of our existing donor base. They will also be responsible for presenting analysis and recommendations to the Ohio Board of Trustees.
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