Oct 3rd, 2024
Green America
About the Organization
Green America harnesses economic power – the strength of consumers, investors, businesses, and the marketplace – to create a socially just and environmentally sustainable society. Our niche is economic action, and we work to shift our economy to one that works for all people and our planet. Our economic strategies deploy solutions to our society’s most pressing problems – from climate change to social injustices.
We direct our efforts within three strategic hubs: 1) our Consumer & Corporate Engagement Programs where we activate individual consumers and investors to create change within corporations and economic systems; 2) our Green Business Network which was the first network of businesses in the US focusing on the triple bottom line of people, planet, and profit; and 3) our Center for Sustainability Solutions which brings together diverse stakeholders through Innovation Networks that aim to shift entire industries towards sustainability and solve for supply chain and other economic system issues that no one business or organization can solve alone.
Job Description
Position salary range: $95,000-$105,000
Position reports to: Director of Development & Organizational Advancement
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The Director of Fund Development will play an essential role in raising new funds from foundations, businesses, and major donors to support Green America’s Consumer & Corporate Engagement Programs (C&CE) and Green Business Network (GBN), with a keen focus on our Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion (JEDI) initiatives. We are searching for a dynamic senior level development professional with an entrepreneurial spirit, program development experience, and demonstrated success in raising new revenues to support JEDI, environmental, and social justice programs.
Responsibilities will span the entire spectrum of grants, partnerships, and major gift management – from identifying new funding and partnership opportunities, to participating in the development of project concepts and plans, to submitting proposals and impact reports. The Director of Fund Development will create and manage a portfolio made up of mostly foundation and business supporters, with some major donors as well. Specific duties include:
• Research and identify new grants and business partnership opportunities to support existing and nascent programs and projects within C&CE and GBN hubs
• In concert with the Program Directors, assist team with developing new programs and initiatives as relevant funding opportunities are identified, moving from basic concept to full plan and proposal
• Craft and submit grant proposals and letters of inquiry to new foundations and business partners for general operations support, as well as program-specific support
• Ensure the timely submission of reports, financial updates, and renewal proposals for active funders
• Manage a portfolio of major donors, including solicitations, gift acknowledgements, and stewardship (in-person visits, online video meetings, event invitations, publications, etc.)
• Maintain and build on relationships with active funders via tailored outreach, update meetings with program Directors and staff, and impact reports
• In partnership with the Director of Development, take a lead role in producing Development events, meetings, and small gatherings
• Attend C&CE, GBN, and Development team meetings, and lead fundraising-focused meetings
• Participate in cross-departmental teams [such as our Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (JEDI) team, May Retreat planning team, Holiday Party team, etc.] as time and interest allows.
Desired Skills and Experience
• You have an entrepreneurial and curious spirit
• You thrive working with continuously evolving and growing programs that spawn new initiatives on a regular basis
• You can play a leading role in program strategy discussions and develop detailed action plans and funding proposals
• You have exemplary communications and interpersonal skills, and experience building long-term relationships with senior foundation executives, business leaders across a range of sectors, major donors, nonprofit allies, and other potential partners
• You possess a Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of foundation and corporate/business fundraising experience
• You can demonstrate a track record of meeting 6-7-figure annual fundraising goals
• You always meet deadlines, have strong project management skills, and possess competence in working with constituent relationship management (CRM) software
• You can craft compelling, effective messaging for letters of inquiry, proposals, sponsorship requests, and progress reports
• You possess funder research skills and the ability to effectively identify, segment, and prioritize prospective supporters
• You are able and willing to travel (this position involves travel time of up to 20% for funder/donor meetings, conferences, annual staff retreat, and other purposes)
• You have a passion for creating a more socially just and environmentally sustainable society, including personal interest and/or experience in Green America’s issue areas
• Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) certification a plus.
Additional information We offer an excellent benefits package, including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, paid vacation, sick, and dependent care leave, socially responsible retirement plan, and a friendly and collaborative work environment with an option to work remotely.
To Apply, please email your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to: partnerships@greenamerica.org.
Contact email for applicants partnerships@greenamerica.org