Development Operations Manager

The Development Operations Manager will focus on supporting the fundraising capacity and effectiveness of the Global Priorities Development team through tracking donor/prospect interests activity and projected/realized giving. They will support the execution of key conservation goals and organizational pipeline building projects for global priority donor prospects managed in all markets (indirect fundraising portfolio management) and assist by coordinating activity between field staff and the Global Development team. The Manager will coordinate with research assist with gift processing lead on prospect tracking collaborate for conservation lead events/travel and coordinate with stewardship.

The Development Operations Manager will work towards meeting the strategic priorities of the Global Priorities Development Team by developing and implementing tactics for approved plans and completing and/or overseeing day-to-day tasks. They will interpret guidelines and analyze information to achieve results improve workflow and solve problems. They will monitor and help implement the fundraising plan and will help create standardized reports to reflect movement and progress for Global Priorities prospects while conveying Conservation Leadership engagement needs in the donor cultivation process. They will play a key role in coordinating information and activity amongst colleagues on the Global Development Fundraising Operations Team and throughout the Global Development Division and the Business Units managing Global Priority prospects. The Manager works closely with the other members of the Global Development Fundraising Operations Team the Global Development Team Fundraisers the Prospect Development team events team and state division and regional staff to accomplish goals. Working with the Associate Director of Development Operations for Global Priorities along with other Development Operations Managers and stakeholders the Manager ensures tracking and data entry around cultivation solicitation and follow-up activities for Global Priority prospects helping to ensure coordination. The Manager serves as a central data management resource for a widely dispersed team that secures private support from the organizations Global Priority prospects and may also serve as a gift coding and finance liaison for the Global Development Team.

The Development Operations Manager must have advanced knowledge of the systems and resources utilized by the team in order to provide programmatic support and coordinate communications related to the resources. They will have substantial contact with stakeholders and may serve as the lead liaison with partners. They take on additional duties to enhance the work of the team such duties may include but are not limited to a more significant role in training developing documentation and/or enhancing the systems and tools used by the team. The Manager will keep up-to-date on market trends and best practices in order to improve services. They will adapt processes and implement recommended practices in order to improve effectiveness based on their in-depth understanding of related policies and procedures.

What Youll Bring:

• Bachelors degree and 3 years related experience or equivalent combination.

• Experience generating reports and analyzing and interpreting data.

• Experience working across departments.

• Experience with current technology in relevant field.

• Experience coursework or other training in principles and practices of relevant field.

This position may be based in North or South American countries where TNC has an established entity taking into consideration legal restrictions such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times. For U.S. based applicants only the starting pay range for this position is generally within the range of $67700 $100600 for annual base salary and is based on location qualifications specific skills and experience. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants pay ranges will be in local currency the pay range will be based on the local labor market and not tied to the above pay range. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and used to determine your actual pay range. Additionally for all applicants actual pay will fall within a range based on a variety of factors including for example the candidates qualifications specific skills and experience.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancys 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 worlds toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. Were rooted in our mission and guided by our values which include respect for all people communities and cultures. Whether its career development flexible schedules or a rewarding mission theres many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are addition to the requirements in our job postings we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicants unique experience. Please apply wed love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC youll join for the mission and stay for the people.

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 and Perks here.

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

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

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 Conservancys background screening process.

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