Montana Director of Development
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Job Location:
Bozeman, MT - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 150000 - 160000
Posted on:
8 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
What We Can Achieve Together:
The Montana Chapter of The Nature Conservancyseeksan inspiring strategic relationship-driven Director of Development to lead our fundraising program and secure transformational support for conservation across Montanas iconic working and natural landscapes.
This highly external facing role focuses on building deep long term donor relationships that advance TNCs mission. They partner closely with the State Director trustees and cross functional staff to advance a unified fundraising strategy ensure alignment with conservation priorities and cultivate a strong mission aligned team culture.
Success requires exceptional relationship building skills strong interpersonal understanding and the ability to inspire philanthropy through authentic engagement with Montanas diverse people communities and landscapes. The Montana Director of Development reports to the State Director and serves as an active member of the Montana Chapters leadership team.
Were Looking for You:
Specific responsibilities for this position include but are not necessarily limited to the following areas and duties:
Organizational Leadership & Accountability
Set the Montana chapters longterm fundraising vision and annualrevenue goals that align with Montana conservationobjectivesand TNCs North Americanandglobalpriorities.
Accountable for the team portfolio currently delivering $4M in annual funding with clear expectations to cultivate growth andmaintainlong termfinancial sustainability.
Lead a multiyear donorcentered strategy that builds continuity trust and highimpact placebased engagement.
Establish clear expectations operating rhythms and transparent communication across development conservation and TNCs state local and global leadership teams.
Act as a public representative of The Nature Conservancy in Montana with colleagues partners donors community leaders and the broader public.
Ensure adherence to TNC policies financial controls ethical standards and reporting requirements.
Donor & Prospect Management
Manage a personal portfolio ofapproximately10-15major donors collectively contributing more than $1M annually;drive personalized cultivation well-crafted solicitations and disciplined stewardship
Identifyand cultivate new prospects through trustee partner and Montana community networks; leverage TNC tools and best practices.
Bring strong familiarity with nationally and globally connected philanthropic networks to expand opportunities and inform prospect strategy.
Development Team Leadership & Culture
Guide and support a seasoned development team to excel through clear priorities constructive data-driven feedback mechanisms and alignment around shared mission outcomes.
Foster an inclusive trustbased culture anchored in learning accountability and shared success.
Drive budgeting revenue targets performance analysis and decisive financial adjustments for Montanas development program.
Partnership with State Director & Board of Trustees
Maintain a close candid collaborative partnership with the State Director sharing ownership of donor strategy portfolio moves and fundraising results.
Engage trustees as strategic partners providing highlevel updates and opportunities for meaningful contribution.
General
Bozeman is the preferred location for this position with potential for flexibility in Missoula or Helena.
Travelfrequently as much as 50% of their timefrequentlyonshort noticeand outside normal business hours including weekends.
Maintains confidentiality offrequentlysensitive and emotionally charged information.
Develops and administers budget and fundraisingobjectives evaluatesresultsand develops corrective strategies as needed
Ensures that programmatic commitments TNC policies and procedures financial standards and legal requirements are met and managed for ethical compliance.
Directs orparticipatesin negotiations for complex highprofileor sensitive agreements.
Understands and conforms to all Conservancy gift-related policies and procedures and ensures ethical compliance as defined by the Association for Fundraising Professionals.
Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
What Youll Bring:
Bachelors degree and 8 years related experience including experience working at a senior level.
Experience asking for and closing major gifts.
Experience building and maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents such as major donors foundations and corporations.
Experience in planning and delivering budgetary responsibilities.
Experience managing and supervising a multidisciplinary team.
Experience working in a large complex not-for-profit environment.
Desired Qualifications:
Passion for raising money and for identifying new prospective donors (individuals and foundations).
Experience in negotiating complex high profile or sensitive agreements.
Experience in effective training coaching and mentoring skills.
Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Experience in managing a geographically dispersed team.
Experience with current and evolving trends in major gifts giving and solicitation.
Experience with advanced gift planning concepts.
Experience in nonprofit management best practices.
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
This position requires a valid drivers license and compliance with TNCs Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles rental cars or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered high risk drivers. To learn more about the Auto Safety Program visit the Auto Safety information page. Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement which may include a review of the prospective employees motor vehicle record.
Salary Information:
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $150000 - $160000 annually. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidates actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors including for example the candidates 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 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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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 with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
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