Associate Director, Donor Fundraising Strategy and Innovation

The Associate Director Donor Fundraising Strategy and Innovation develops implements and manages effective and industry leading strategies and techniques for solicitation and engagement of individual donors to grow short- and long-term membership revenue through an audience-first approach in alignment with the overall Membership program.

The Associate Director Donor Fundraising Strategy and Innovation develops integrated efficient and effective audience-first strategies to individual donors through all available marketing channels. They are responsible for development evaluationtestingand iteration of strategies for all identified Membership Audiences as well asidentifyingnew and emerging opportunities at an organizational and industry level. They evaluate and launch new fundraising innovation approaches keeping apprised of industry opportunities and evaluate potential and success through risk/reward analysis.

They exercise proactive and anticipatory thinking and make experience based and data driven decisions. They collaborate closely across the department on audience strategies and oversee the development and maintenance of strategic documentation. They work closely with internal department leaders and external key stakeholders including senior management to ensure alignment of strategies to department and organization directly manage and align staff efforts to match priorities set by senior management.

Informs monitors andactson holistic reporting and analyticsat the audience level. Leads decisions for all Membership audiences within defined scope of role. Is a thought leader within theteam andworks closely with Director of Audience Strategies and Associate Director of Strategic Deployment to make recommendations to further drive performance and positive return on investment.

• Bachelors degree and 7 years related experience.

• Experience in the development and deployment of direct response strategies

• Experience in planning and delivering budgetary responsibilities.

• Experience managing and supervising a multidisciplinary team.

• Experience developing managing and implementing multiple projects and strategic goals.

• Experience working across complex organizations.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams across multiple organizational levels.

• Experience coursework or other training in principles practices procedures and evolving trends in direct response fundraising.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $113450 - $165450. 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.

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.

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.

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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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