Director of Development, Health Effects Institute

Health Effects Institute (HEI)

Director of  Development 

Location: Remote (HQ in Boston, MA, US)

ABOUT HEI
Based in
Boston, USA, HEI is a dynamic and growing nonprofit corporation
chartered in 1980 as an independent research organization.
Supported jointly by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the
motor vehicle and the oil and gas industry, and by other domestic
and international partners. Through its Air, Energy, and Global
programs, HEI provides science to inform key national and
international regulatory decisions and other actions directly
relevant to improving air quality and public health worldwide. For
more than 40 years, HEI has been a source of high-quality,
impartial, and peer-reviewed science on the health effects of air
pollution and more recently the health impacts of the energy
transition. For further information about HEI, please visit
www.healtheffects.org.

POSITION SUMMARY
The
Director of Development is a new role designed to build and lead
the HEI development function, collaborate with leadership on
strategic fundraising initiatives, and drive growth through
diversification of revenue streams. The ideal candidate is highly
entrepreneurial, motivated, and has demonstrated fundraising
experience in the nonprofit sector, preferably in environmental
health, climate, energy, or adjacent fields. The new leader will
design and build a development function to support HEI staff and
programs, currently with a budget of $15 million and a staff of 33.
The successful candidate will work closely with HEI’s
leadership,  scientific staff, and partners, expanding the
donor base, cultivating relationships, and securing major gifts.
HEI is an intellectually engaging and collaborative work
environment. The position is full-time, fully remote, and reports
to the HEI President. While there are currently no direct reports,
the new leader will design and build a team over
time.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising Strategy

Design and build the development
function for the organization, which has historically relied on and
has been successful with large government grants
In close collaboration with senior
leaders, develop and implement strategic fundraising strategies to
support HEI’s programs and growth objectives
Identify new funding opportunities,
including major gifts, government grants, individual giving,
corporate partnerships, and international fundraising, driving
diversification of revenue streams

Donor Cultivation and Engagement 

In concert with program leaders,
Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with current and
potential donors, foundations, corporate partners, and stakeholders
through research and networking
 Ensure timely and meaningful
acknowledgment and stewardship of donors, providing regular updates
on HEI’s impact and initiatives

Develop personalized solicitation
strategies and proposals for major donors

Grant Writing and Proposal Development

Research, write, and submit grant
proposals in collaboration with program teams, submitting to
funders including, foundations, government agencies, and
grant-making organizations
Maintain a comprehensive grants
calendar and ensure timely submissions of grant reports and
renewals

Data Management

Maintain accurate and up-to-date
donor records in the fundraising database
Analyze donor data to inform
fundraising strategies and identify trends

Budget Management

Collaborate with finance and HEI
Directors to develop, manage, and monitor the development budget,
ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Monitor expenses and revenue to meet
financial targets

Reporting

Provide regular reports on
fundraising activities and progress toward fundraising goals to the
HEI President, senior management, and directors

Other Duties

Participate in meetings and events
conducted by HEI and partner organizations
Participate in advancing HEI’s
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals
Stay informed of industry trends,
funding opportunities, and best practices, particularly in the
environmental health sector
Additional relevant responsibilities,
as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit
management, business, communications, or a relevant
field 
Minimum of 10 years of experience in
nonprofit fundraising, with a track record of successful donor
cultivation and revenue generation with a focus on environmental
health or adjacent industries
Knowledge of the domestic and
international philanthropic landscape, especially at the
intersection of climate, health, and energy
Strong writing and verbal
communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and
relationship-building abilities
Proficiency in fundraising software
and databases
Knowledge of fundraising best
practices, ethical standards, and legal regulations
Ability to work independently and as
part of local and global teams
Ability to work collaboratively with
cross-functional teams, including scientific and leadership
staff
Ability to adapt to a dynamic and
evolving work environment with a proactive and solutions-based
approach
A self-starter, able to work
independently, within collaborative teams, and across multiple
projects
Exceptional organizational and time
management skills

This job description is intended to convey information essential
to understanding the scope of the Director of Development’s role.
It should not be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities,
and duties may evolve as the organization’s needs change.
Successful candidates will possess a passion for the organization’s
mission and a commitment to fundraising excellence.

COMPENSATION AND
BENEFITS
The salary range is
$175,000 – $200,000. Salary is commensurate with
qualifications and experience. HEI is an equal-opportunity employer
that offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a
stimulating environment.

LOCATION
Remote.
Applicants should be based in the U.S. and must be authorized to
work in the U.S.

HOW TO APPLY
HEI has
retained the LeaderFit executive search firm to lead this search.
Applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume via
the LeaderFit application portal. 

Click
HERE to submit your application.

Candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis. The position
will remain open until filled. All interviews will be virtual.

Final candidates will be required to complete a writing exercise
and provide three references. Candidates will be notified in
advance of contacting references.

Health Effects Institute is an equal opportunity employer
committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity within and
across its work and staff. We maintain that staff from diverse
backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures help us to fulfill our mission
and therefore encourage candidates from all cultures, races,
colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages,
disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military,
and protected veteran status or other status protected by law to
apply for this position. We endeavor to provide a safe and
welcoming environment for all at HEI, free from
discrimination.