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Snohomish Conservation District · 5 days ago

Development and Communications Director

Lake Stevens, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$95K/yr - $105K/yr

5+ years exp

Snohomish Conservation District is focused on conservation efforts and is seeking a Development and Communications Director to lead their Capital Campaign and donor fundraising initiatives. This role involves overseeing the planning and execution of fundraising programs and supporting the Education and Outreach Department during a parental leave.

Environmental EngineeringGovernmentNon Profit

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive private donor and institutional giving plan that includes the creation and implementation of the following key programs:

Major gifts and capital campaign

Annual and planned giving

Institutional giving

Collaborate with campaign leaders to continue to create and implement a strategic direction for the campaign, including setting annual and multi-year goals and leading the campaign through its various stages – quiet, major gift, and public phase

Manage the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major and planned giving donors. Identify prospects that have both the capacity and demonstrated interest in advancing the mission of the District using research tools, in-person visits, input from key stakeholders, and any available resources of the organization

Collaborate with existing staff to develop an integrated marketing and communications plan with clear messaging to key individuals and stakeholder groups to increase their awareness and understanding of the District’s identity and brand. Customize existing fundraising materials (brochures, pamphlets, external communications, update case statement as needed, etc.) and manage the development of new materials as needed

Support the campaign’s volunteer committee(s) by assisting with recruitment, developing talking points, and training volunteers and staff for solicitations

Manage the execution of appropriate donor acknowledgment, recognition, and stewardship in collaboration with staff. Assist in strategizing and implementing cultivation and recognition events

Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Work with the Education, Outreach, Youth Education, and Management Teams to implement the strategic vision and priorities of the program

Develop grant proposals, manage program budgets, and support regional initiatives

Provide executive communications support to the leadership team, including outreach material for elected officials, policymakers, and funders

Supervise a team of specialists. Support implementation of annual work plans and training plans, and provide input for annual performance evaluations

Participate in and help coordinate select outreach events

Continue to hone the SCD brand through storytelling, events, and earned media. Manage positive relationships with the press

Oversee production of all public-facing documents including press releases, web content, annual reports, and event flyers, in coordination with the SCD Writer/Editor

Manage a high-paced production workflow with shifting priorities and needs while tracking products and outcomes for grant and other reporting purposes

Qualification

Private donor fundraisingProspect researchData analyticsProgram managementBudget managementMicrosoft SuiteCommunicationInterpersonal skillsLeadership abilitiesOrganizational skillsSelf-motivated

Required

Must have proven success in achieving private donor fundraising results, particularly in soliciting and closing major gifts

Knowledge of prospect research process and current best practices in fundraising and philanthropy

Proficient in data analytics - ability to extract relevant information from data sets

Ability to deliver strategic communications to elected officials and funders

A bachelor's degree in communications, natural resources, education, or related field; proven leadership abilities; and five years of professional experience

Experience in program management and staff supervision

Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with varied constituencies, particularly affluent and influential benefactors and prospects

Ability to collaborate and to develop lasting strategic partnerships

Ability to plan, set fundraising goals, organize, and follow-through to completion

Experience with creating and managing budgets

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, PPT, Excel)

Superior organizational and time management skills - ability to juggle multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) - ability to communicate effectively with staff, donors, volunteers, and other key stakeholders

Highly self-motivated - ability to work independently as well as collaboratively

Interpersonal skills, including ability to interact and engage with stakeholders at all levels, active listening skills, professionalism, courteousness, and empathy

Experience managing contracts and consultants