Director, Conservation Partnerships & Fundraising (Remote)

Conservation International; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Conservation International seeks a Director to identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships in Australia and internationally that mobilise funding for coastal restoration, marine conservation, sustainable landscapes, and Indigenous-led initiatives. The role leads outreach, proposal development, and stewardship to ensure effective implementation.

The Director collaborates with program, finance, and grants teams to position CI as a trusted partner for nature-positive investment and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in international development, environmental conservation, or a related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience leading strategic partnerships, fundraising, or external relations in conservation.
• Proven track record in securing seven-figure funding and managing partnerships.
• Experience building networks with diverse stakeholders and communicating with high-priority partners.
• Fluency in English; additional Pacific languages preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop strategic funding opportunities across Australia and the Pacific.
• Collaborate with CI Australia Board, country Directors, and global donor leads to design engagement strategies.
• Monitor trends in environmental investment and conservation finance to inform strategy.
• Manage donor relationships, cultivation plans, and proposal development from outreach to agreements.
• Represent CI in donor meetings and external events; support stewardship throughout the funding lifecycle.

Skills

Strategic fundraising

Partnership building

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in international development or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Conservation International seeks a Director to identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships in Australia and internationally that mobilise funding for coastal restoration, marine conservation, sustainable landscapes, and Indigenous-led initiatives. The role leads outreach, proposal development, and stewardship to ensure effective implementation.

The Director collaborates with program, finance, and grants teams to position CI as a trusted partner for nature-positive investment and