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Associate Director of Development II, The Nature Conservancy Washington Field 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 includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Our 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 valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.” Position Overview The Associate Director of Development II (ADoD II) is based in the Puget Sound region of western Washington and reports to the Alaska Director of Philanthropy while maintaining a strong connection to the Washington chapter. The ADoD II is focused on growing the philanthropic support for TNC’s important conservation work in Alaska in Seattle and across the country; they will be responsible for direct asks to both global and local priorities to meet funding needs. The individual will work closely with TNC development colleagues to build/manage a portfolio of major donors, create and implement effective multi-year strategies for gift prospects, and will work closely with other TNC fundraising staff to grow donor relationships for TNC Alaska. The ADoD II will primarily focus fundraising efforts in the Puget Sound area and occasionally throughout the Pacific Northwest, Alaska and other parts of the U.S. The Associate Director of Development II is responsible for growing and managing a portfolio of qualified donors and building strong relationships. They understand and apply complex principles of developing donor strategies. They can discuss assets and listen for opportunities for gifts of assets or other non-cash gifts, such as planned gifts and trade lands. The ADoD II provides opportunities for donors to receive recognition and increase future giving. They involve and engage appropriate partners in the field and at the Worldwide Office, keeping them apprised of interactions, issues and/or concerns, and address questions as needed. They can feature the programs of the Conservancy in detailed terms and can confidently discuss legacy giving opportunities. The ADoD II understands project budgets and may build proposal budgets utilizing this knowledge. They will develop a referral network as needed and may manage formal and/or informal networks of volunteers. They will be required to use the Conservancy’s donor database and may develop proposals. They will travel frequently and on short notice, work long and flexible hours as needed. The work environment may involve infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain. Salary range in Seattle: $102,000 - $120,000 annually Salary range in other Puget Sound Region locations: $95,000 - $110,000 annually #J-18808-Ljbffr ABFE

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