Location:
Must be based in Ohio, USA, with a preference of Columbus, but flexible with Cleveland and Cincinnati areas.

Who We Are:
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube  or on Glassdoor.

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

What We Can Achieve Together:
The Ohio Director of Development (DOD) is responsible for directing all aspects of one or more development functions, which will secure significant financial resources to support conservation goals. The DOD leads the development team for the Ohio program, including individual giving, planned giving, some foundation relations and, with the support of other experts, corporate giving.

The DOD plays a leading role for the Ohio Chapter of The Nature Conservancy to preserve, strengthen and grow a culture of philanthropy to support our mission to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. The DOD leads a comprehensive, top-in-class development program that secures significant philanthropic resources from individuals, corporations, and foundations to support The Nature Conservancy’s priorities in Ohio and around the world. They have access to fundraising expertise and best practices in the Midwest, nationally and globally, and will lead and oversee a team of five that focuses on major gift fundraising and outreach, including multi-year fundraising campaigns, major (6-, 7- and even 8-figure) gift fundraising, donor prospecting, strategic communications, planned giving, research, and stewardship. The DOD has access and support from development operations managed centrally to free up the team to focus externally and place a major personal emphasis on face-to-face fundraising. The DOD reports to the State Director and works closely with them to manage philanthropic support and outreach, and in helping to recruit, engage, and retain a strong and diverse Ohio Board of Trustees as key partners.

The DoD will be responsible for a select group of prospects and donors, with emphasis on major and principal gifts. The DOD build and maintains relationships with these donors, creating new connections to increase philanthropic revenue in service of our conservation vision while also unlocking the full potential of our existing donor base. They will also be responsible for presenting analysis and recommendations to the Ohio Board of Trustees.

We’re Looking for You:
If you have experience supervising a multidisciplinary team, closing major gifts, and working in a complex non-profit environment – look no further! The Nature Conservancy may be the place for you. We’re looking for someone who can serve as a leader and direct all aspects of one or more development functions. Apply today and find a career where you can find meaning and purpose.

We are looking dynamic and creative director of development with a track record of success for our Ohio Chapter. With a great board, a terrific staff, and an organization-leading program in place, this is an opportunity to take a step up, and grow the positive impact we make for people and nature in Ohio and beyond our borders. Our Ohio program is known for its leadership in conservation innovation and for the way it builds support and funding for not only Ohio, but for the larger organization. We develop and implement big conservation solutions that lead to positive impacts that extend well beyond the direct work of our organization, are authentic in the ways that we interact, lead, and serve, and we leverage differences in perspectives and views of partners and stakeholders to achieve surprising results.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years related experience, including experience working at a senior level.
• 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 working in a large, complex, not-for-profit environment.
• Experience, coursework, or other training in principles, practices, and procedures of relevant field.

What We Bring:
Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!

This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.

Salary Information:
An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and base salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $120,500 to $160,000 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate’s location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

How to Apply:
Please apply to Job #55282 at www.nature.org/careers or here.  Submit required cover letter and resume separately using the upload buttons.  Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact [email protected].

Are you a Director of Individual Giving who is passionate about people? Are you looking for a job where you’ll enjoy excellent benefits and the chance to make a difference in your community? Then join the I Am Boundless, Inc. team!

We are a fast-growing nonprofit organization committed to building a world that realizes the boundless potential of all people. For more than forty years, we’ve provided people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges the support and services to thrive. Our person-centered approach to care celebrates people for who they are and empowers them to become active participants in the communities where they live, work, and play.

The Director of Individual Giving is responsible for all philanthropic programs focusing on individuals which support the people and mission of the Boundless family of companies.  Reporting to and working in close collaboration with the Vice President (VP), Advancement, the Director of Individual Giving will oversee and execute all aspects of fundraising efforts focusing on individual giving. These tasks include, but are not limited to, direct mail campaigns, multi-channel solicitations, affinity group giving programs (staff, families, volunteers, etc.), and prospect strategies relative to specific individuals at both the leadership annual giving level and major gift level.

Major tasks, duties and responsibilities:

*Design and execute a philanthropy strategy focusing on individual donors for the Boundless family of companies: Work with the management team to identify funding needs, preferred funding targets, and approaches.

*Create/execute a very robust annual giving calendar of tactics targeting numerous constituents. Monitor success of initiatives, making adjustments as needed. Current annual programs include staff giving, leadership annual giving, family giving, memorial giving and legacy giving. Director will work with others to strategize maximizing annual giving of affinity groups – including Open Circle Society and Board of Trustees.

*Conduct research, prospecting, and application to multiple donor sources, oversee ongoing development efforts including, but not limited to, individual giving, annual giving, and donor stewardship. and maintain a small portfolio of donors and prospects

*Develop and execute strategies that will annually grow the existing donor base.

*Design and execute donor retention strategies including working with data entry/gift processing staff to ensure effective use of database and stewardship

*Supervision: At present, this position supervises the Advancement Officer. In the future, with a track record of success, there may be opportunities for team growth.

*Train and mentor philanthropy staff and communicate fundraising goals and progress throughout the organization.

*Provide leadership to the organization including serving as a member of the Boundless Leadership Team, creating and managing growing budgets, setting goals, and working in collaboration with the VP, Advancement, President & CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and other members of the Leadership Team.

This position works primarily from a remote location of the employee’s choosing.  A drop-in office space at any of the Boundless offices statewide is available as needed.  Standard office equipment and technology reimbursements will be provided for the Director’s use while working remotely.

The culture of Boundless, and the Advancement team in particular, is one of entrepreneurial collaboration, flexibility, and “can do” spirit.

Required Education and Experience:

+Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent
+At least seven (7) years of professional fundraising experience in a not-for-profit setting with a proven track record of meeting/exceeding annual goals and personal metrics.
+Past supervisory experience and demonstrated success as a team leader.
+Strong experience with Microsoft Office suite of programs.

Preferred Education and Experience:

+CFRE or Masters Degree
+Experience with Raiser’s Edge
+Experience working with or for people with complex needs.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Philanthropy, Database and Stewardship Manager is an organized and detailed-oriented individual who manages the fundraising systems, donor stewardship, and general operations of the Development Department.  The Philanthropy, Database and Stewardship Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the quality and integrity of the donor database, donation related software, policies and procedures, and data quality control.  The Philanthropy, Database and Stewardship Manager develops and uses donor tracking systems, manages assigned donor groups, and leads the donor stewardship efforts.  The Philanthropy, Database and Stewardship Manager also provides assistance to the development, engagement and communications teams.  This position reports to the Vice President of Development.

Position Highlights:

Fundraising System and Data Management

• Manages and serves as primary point of contact for Raiser’s Edge (REnxt) and fundraising software for core development operations. This includes serving as primary liaison for fundraising software with the national office development team.
• Manages individual, corporate, organization, and foundation gift processing to include data entry for all gifts and pledges. Oversees data management for other non-financial giving.
• Generates gift acknowledgement letters and other donor correspondence such as billing, invoicing, and other correspondence as needed.  This includes print and email communications with donors.
  Donor Engagement, Stewardship, and Analysis
• Provide tracking reports for donor segments, points of contact, moves management etc. to the Development team to ensure all donors are receiving regular touches and updates from their relationship manager.
• Recruit, manage and steward donors participating in the monthly giving program.
• Researches and builds donor portfolios for major donors, foundations, and corporations.
• Leads and manages the centralized stewardship plan for all donor groups. Develops and implements strategies and tactics for stewardship, recognition, and engagement to ensure a well-managed and coordinated approach to overall donor engagement and stewardship.

Development Administration

• Serve as primary liaison for the development department.
• Oversee responses to donor inquiries and complaints via phone, email, or letter, including addressing problems with checks, credit cards, EFT, and stock gifts.
• Measures and reports fundraising progress against goals set in strategic plan and by campaign or project.
• Attends special events when requested, as a representative of Volunteers of America.
• Manages department expenses, billing and reconciliation of donations and expenses with Finance Department.
• Manges departmental calendar and meetings, including reports, fundraising campaigns, ongoing communications, and minutes.

Education, Experience & Licensure

• A Bachelor’s degree preferred with education reflecting nonprofit management, writing, communications, business management. Certifications in fundraising and nonprofit management also accepted.
• Full working knowledge of development information systems and software, preferably Raiser’s Edge. Knowledge and experience with information management, tools and analysis as it applies to development processes.
• Experience with donor stewardship and relationships. Must maintain donor confidentiality at all times.
  At least five years’ experience in development with a nonprofit organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and abilities.  Incumbent must possess the ability to professionally represent the Department and Volunteers of America, and effectively interact with a multicultural and diverse workforce and donor base.
• A valid Driver’s License and a driving record that is in compliance with Volunteers of America are required for occasional travel to event sites.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Must be computer literate and possess experience in database management such as Microsoft Office Suite, Raiser’s Edge, Fundraise Up, Blackbaud, ClearView, Salesforce, Tapestry and/or Donor Perfect.
• Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Must be able to perform each essential duty with accuracy, a high level of satisfactory skills, and with minimal supervision.

Benefits & Pay:
$48,000 to $56,000 annually, based on experience. We offer a generous benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and a 403b with company match.

For more than 100 years, Lutheran Social Services (LSS) has provided people in need with the most basic of human needs: food, shelter, safety and healing. Over time our services have evolved to meet the needs of the people we serve—and in doing so, we have grown into one of the largest nonprofits in central Ohio. LSS is a Network of Hope offering food through our LSS Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through LSS Faith Mission and LSS Faith Mission of Fairfield County homeless shelters, linkages and referrals to basic needs through LSS 211 Central Ohio, and domestic violence services through LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence. Additionally, we operate senior living and health care, affordable housing communities and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities.

LSS has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Philanthropy Officer to lead and grow our corporate donor program. The Philanthropy Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding corporate donors to help support LSS programs, building and deepening relationships with corporate partners, developing retention and upgrade strategies, and engaging corporate partners in philanthropic and volunteer opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manages a portfolio of corporate donors and prospects, working to steward relationships and secure continued support of LSS and its Network of Hope programs.
• Develops and executes strategies to engage corporate partners in meaningful opportunities with LSS including financial support, in-kind donations, employee engagement and volunteerism.
• Creates and implement a year-round stewardship plan to deepen relationships with corporate partners.
• Actively solicits and secures sponsorships to reach the sponsorship goals for special initiatives. Oversees and manages sponsor benefit fulfilment, invoicing, and payment collection, to execute benefits properly and fully.
• Meets all deadlines and ensures timely submission of funding requests, reports, stewardship touchpoints and other communications.
• Identifies and capitalizes on growth and broadening opportunities for existing corporate donors.
• Collaborates with staff and board members to identify and cultivate prospective corporate partners aligned with LSS’ mission and goals.
• Maintains and ensures accurate, up-to-date information and action tracking on corporate partners in the donor database.
• Develops and delivers presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participates in events and networking opportunities to grow awareness about LSS’ mission and elevate partnership opportunities.

Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field.

Experience:

• 7+years philanthropy experience including 2+ years of corporate relations focus.
• CFRE certification helpful.

Skills & Abilities:

• Proven experience in identifying, soliciting, cultivating, and stewarding donors or clients, preferably corporate supporters.
• Results driven with demonstrated success in achieving goals and meeting targets.
• Demonstrated success managing high-end relationships or corporate accounts. High degree of initiative and prioritization skills.
• Strong community impact perspective and basic knowledge of business management and budgeting cycles in for-profit organizations.
• Comfortable engaging with all levels of donors, including corporate leadership and board members.
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills. Enjoy working on a team and face-to-face interactions with all types of people.
• Excellent verbal and written skills and strong influencing abilities.
• Strong strategic planning skills, with the ability to see the short and the long views.
• Excellent database management skills. Dedication to recording information and a strong understanding of how to use data to inform the work; experience with Raiser’s Edge/NXT or other fundraising database desired.
• Ability to analyze and integrate information from relevant sources.
• Ability for occasional same-day travel within the LSS central and southeast Ohio territory.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office products.

The Development Department manages the work of the Columbus Metropolitan Library Foundation (CMLF). This non-profit organization is a 501(c)3 that raises funds in support of the Columbus Metropolitan Library. As a member of the Development Services Team, the Gift & Data Coordinator will ensure accurate donor records in the database by managing data entry, gift processing, as well as producing gift acknowledgements and donor mailings.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Accurately inputs confidential donor data into Raiser’s Edge software; ensures data integrity as well as timely and accurate acknowledgement of gifts through letters or emails.
Facilitate and distribute gift receipts, pledge reminders, and acknowledgement letters.
Accurately prepares, batches, and reconciles gift deposits.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date donor contact and biographical information.
Scans and imports proposals, reports and documents into Raiser’s Edge constituent files.
Supports tracking and production of direct mail appeals by mail and email. Ensures all scheduled production and output is completed in an accurate and timely manner.
Assist with fundraising and stewardship events by maintaining database records, including attendance and recognition; ensures proper acknowledgments related to these events.
Produces assigned database reports and queries.
Maintains accurate secondary records such as event sponsor participation, event guest names or potential prospect lists in external excel files.
Curates prospect research and/or event briefings when requested.
Provides excellent and timely customer service to external customers who request information including recent and past donations and other donor records.
Assists in donor cultivation and stewardship events as needed.
Performs additional duties as assigned by their supervisor including serving on task forces, committees, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Associates degree and/or equivalent years of experience.
Two years’ experience in database coordination and reporting, preferably in Raiser’s Edge.
Ability to use basic mathematical skills to reconcile reports and identify discrepancies. Ability to accurately perform numeric, as well as alpha, data entry.
Proficiency in use of complex reporting tools.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment in handling information and records.
Ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks, anticipate project needs and give attention to detail.
Ability to tactfully and effectively communicate with donors, public, staff, volunteers, and vendors.
Knowledge and experience in information management.
Adept at process management; knows how to organize people and activities. Can simplify complex processes, see opportunities for synergy and integration and apply appropriately to get more out of fewer resources.
Effective and efficient time management. Focuses time and effort on priorities and across a range of activities.
Gathers information from appropriate sources and makes a decision.
Considers data, analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment in making sound decisions.
Ability to marshal resources and orchestrate multiple activities to accomplish a goal. Uses resources effectively and efficiently.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, libraries, and residences or commercial vehicles (e.g., use of safe workplace practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals, and/or working in moderate outdoor weather conditions).

Work requires minimal demand for physical effort.