Associate Director of Development

The Associate Director of Development is responsible for building a portfolio of qualified donors and developing relationships with major gift prospects, including corporate, foundation, and/or individual donors. They understand and apply the principles of developing donor strategies and plans and will foster relationships with donors, connecting donor interests to TNC’s projects in Wisconsin and beyond. They will be responsible for direct asks to both global and local priorities to meet funding needs and they listen for opportunities for gifts of assets or other non-cash gifts, such as planned gifts and trade lands.

The Associate Director of Development provides opportunities for donors to receive recognition and increase future giving. They work closely with the development team and involve appropriate partners in the field and staff at the Worldwide Office, keeping them apprised of interactions, issues or concerns, and direct questions as appropriate. They can feature the programs of the Conservancy in broad terms. They may be responsible for volunteer engagement within formal and/or informal networks. They will be required to use the Conservancy’s donor database and may participate in the development of proposals.

The salary range for the position starts is $79,040 – $83,980 and will be based on location and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is a hybrid position that will initially require at least one day per week to be spent working from the Madison office. Preference will be given to candidates in the greater Milwaukee metro area. The Associate Director of Development is required to travel frequently and as necessary and should expect to spend about 20% of their time out-the-door meeting with donors around the state. In addition, there will also be travel required for organizational meetings and trainings. They will work long and flexible hours as needed and the work environment may involve infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day.

The Conservancy is a global conservation leader and one of the top fundraising charities in the United States. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and organizational skills and experience collaborating with fundraising or business development. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by helping to direct and shape the work of our team!

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or an equivalent combination.
• Experience building and maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents.
• Experience in asking for and closing gifts of $25,000 or more.
• Experience in managing and tracking multiple prospects and donors.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles and practices.