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Donor Relations Manager
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The Nature Conservancy
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
The Donor Relations Manager I (DRM I) assists in the implementation of tactics for the ongoing cultivation of donors. They conduct initial exploratory meetings with donors and prospects to determine capacity for giving. The DRM I provides ongoing opportunities for contact with past and current donors. The DRM I is responsible for the identification and qualification of major and planned gift prospects and assists in cultivating and soliciting donors through direct contact. They coordinate work with senior fundraisers, move prospects to senior staff management, provide program information, draft correspondence, and maintain the donor database. They also travel and work flexible hours. The work may involve infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
Responsibilities & Scope
Act independently on assigned tasks and exercise independent judgment based on analysis and experience.
Annual fundraising goal of $100,000 or more, along with a goal for bequest notifications.
Coordinate projects with several variables, work within a defined timeline and budget.
Does not supervise staff but may supervise volunteers and/or temporary staff.
Ensure compliance with TNC policies and procedures and external (donor/legal/IRS) requirements.
Financial responsibility includes working within a budget and meeting fundraising goals for local and worldwide conservation.
Manage a portfolio of 75 – 125 individual donors with the capacity to make a gift up to $20,000 once the portfolio is developed and be responsible for 75 – 125 visits and 225 – 375 moves annually.
Persuasively convey the mission of TNC to diverse groups who are important to the organization’s overall prosperity.
Refers difficult questions and unusual problems to supervisors.
Travel and work flexible hours.
Assists team in planning and executing donor events.
Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines.
Work within scope of program’s strategic goals.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years’ experience or equivalent combination.
Experience building relationships with staff, customers or similar.
Experience generating reports and interpreting data.
Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
Experience working across teams.
Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles & practices.
Desired Qualifications
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Ability to determine an individual’s interests, capacity and potential for helping the Conservancy meet its goals, and act appropriately to tie those interests with the Conservancy’s work.
Ability to implement individualized cultivation, solicitation and recognition plans.
Ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results.
Direct fundraising related experience.
Experience in managing and tracking multiple prospects and donors.
Experience with database administration and spreadsheet software.
Knowledge of current trends in the specific field.
Strong organization skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Salary Information The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $54,000 – $60,000 annually. 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.
Who We Are 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 respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process. 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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Donor Relations Manager
role at
The Nature Conservancy
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
The Donor Relations Manager I (DRM I) assists in the implementation of tactics for the ongoing cultivation of donors. They conduct initial exploratory meetings with donors and prospects to determine capacity for giving. The DRM I provides ongoing opportunities for contact with past and current donors. The DRM I is responsible for the identification and qualification of major and planned gift prospects and assists in cultivating and soliciting donors through direct contact. They coordinate work with senior fundraisers, move prospects to senior staff management, provide program information, draft correspondence, and maintain the donor database. They also travel and work flexible hours. The work may involve infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
Responsibilities & Scope
Act independently on assigned tasks and exercise independent judgment based on analysis and experience.
Annual fundraising goal of $100,000 or more, along with a goal for bequest notifications.
Coordinate projects with several variables, work within a defined timeline and budget.
Does not supervise staff but may supervise volunteers and/or temporary staff.
Ensure compliance with TNC policies and procedures and external (donor/legal/IRS) requirements.
Financial responsibility includes working within a budget and meeting fundraising goals for local and worldwide conservation.
Manage a portfolio of 75 – 125 individual donors with the capacity to make a gift up to $20,000 once the portfolio is developed and be responsible for 75 – 125 visits and 225 – 375 moves annually.
Persuasively convey the mission of TNC to diverse groups who are important to the organization’s overall prosperity.
Refers difficult questions and unusual problems to supervisors.
Travel and work flexible hours.
Assists team in planning and executing donor events.
Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines.
Work within scope of program’s strategic goals.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years’ experience or equivalent combination.
Experience building relationships with staff, customers or similar.
Experience generating reports and interpreting data.
Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
Experience working across teams.
Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles & practices.
Desired Qualifications
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Ability to determine an individual’s interests, capacity and potential for helping the Conservancy meet its goals, and act appropriately to tie those interests with the Conservancy’s work.
Ability to implement individualized cultivation, solicitation and recognition plans.
Ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results.
Direct fundraising related experience.
Experience in managing and tracking multiple prospects and donors.
Experience with database administration and spreadsheet software.
Knowledge of current trends in the specific field.
Strong organization skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Salary Information The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $54,000 – $60,000 annually. 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.
Who We Are 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 respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process. 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.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Other
Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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