Chief Philanthropy Officer — Major Gifts & Conservation

The Nature Conservancy; Des Moines (IA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

The Nature Conservancy in Des Moines is seeking a Director of Philanthropy to lead a comprehensive fundraising program, securing major gifts from individuals, foundations and corporations to support conservation goals in Iowa and beyond.

The role reports to the State Director and collaborates with the Iowa Chapter’s senior staff and Board to shape strategy, campaigns, and donor engagement while working with marketing to grow awareness and support.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years related experience.
• 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, coursework, or other training in current trends in charitable giving, particularly in capital campaigns, major gifts and planned giving.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee major gifts fundraising and stewardship.
• Lead strategic fundraising plans and budgets for Iowa Chapter.
• Collaborate across the organization and with program staff to align donor needs with conservation goals.
• Engage with donors, foundations and corporations to secure resources and partnerships.
• Lead or participate in negotiations for complex, high-profile agreements.
• Ensure ethical compliance with fundraising policies and procedures.

Conocimientos

Major gifts fundraising

Donor relationships

Budget planning & management

Team leadership & supervision

Strategic philanthropy planning

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Descripción del empleo

The Nature Conservancy in Des Moines is seeking a Director of Philanthropy to lead a comprehensive fundraising program, securing major gifts from individuals, foundations and corporations to support conservation goals in Iowa and beyond.

The role reports to the State Director and collaborates with the Iowa Chapter’s senior staff and Board to shape strategy, campaigns, and donor engagement while working with marketing to grow awareness and support.