Director of Development (AS)

Adventure Scientists; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventure Scientists in Bozeman, MT seeks an experienced Director of Development to expand fundraising growth and broaden our support base. You will partner with the Executive Director, engage the Board, and craft strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a diverse range of donors and funders.

This role focuses on bringing creative approaches to conservation philanthropy, building relationships with scientists, engineers, and partners worldwide, and driving sustainable funding for

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising and donor relations.
• Strategic fundraising planning and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward supporters to grow the fundraising pipeline.
• Serve as a thought partner to leadership and work with the Board of Directors to advance conservation initiatives.

Job description

Adventure Scientists equips scientists and engineers, at the forefront of their fields, with planning and collection of large scale data collection projects around the world. Their network of volunteers who come from the outdoor community, operate on any scale from almost anywhere on Earth. This enables scientists to ask broader questions, creates compelling storytelling opportunities, and generates connections to impact driven funders who see beyond the confines of academia.

ABOUT THE POSITION

At a time of organizational growth and international expansion, Adventure Scientists seeks an experienced, creative, and energetic Director of Development to join our team. This position will build upon our track record of fundraising success and introduce new strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a range of supporters. They will serve as a key thought partner to the Executive Director, work alongside an engaged Board of Directors and staff, and ultimately contribute to making a significant impact on the conservation field.

COMPENSATION

The salary for this role is $110,000 for hires living in Bozeman and will be adjusted to geographical cost-of-living differentials. A relocation allowance will be available for hires moving to Bozeman.