About the Job

The individual giving manager finds, cultivates, and solicits individual donors, concentrating on gifts of $2,500 or more. This person reports to the executive director.

Key Responsibilities

Job responsibilities fall into two main areas:

Major donors

• Identify and solicit prospective major donors—those who can give at least $2,500 annually
• Maintain good relationships with major donors, which may include in-person meetings
• Work with board members to develop their connections
• Create events such as lectures, house parties, and receptions
• Recruit potential major donors for expeditions to island projects, and lead expeditions
•  Manage relations with Seacology’s affiliate organizations in several countries

Management, outreach, and small donors

• Use media campaigns, direct mail, digital appeals, crowdfunding, or other methods to broaden awareness of Seacology and solicit smaller donations 
• Manage donor database
•  Lead year-end solicitation, writing appeal letters and coordinating preparation and mailing
• Coordinate with board development committee and give updates at semi-annual board meetings
• Represent Seacology at events and conferences, and with the media

Qualifications

• At least three years in nonprofit fundraising, including substantial experience cultivating and closing major gifts with high-net-worth individuals
• Keen interest in and commitment to environmental protection and international cultures 
• Exceptional writing and public speaking skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with Salesforce database and email integration 
• Experience working with social media and online fundraising or marketing platforms
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly, domestically and internationally, to meet with prospective major donors or to lead donor trips

Compensation

The annual salary is $85,000 to $97,000, depending on your skills and experience. We offer an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance. Seacology employees receive ample paid vacation and generous contributions to their 403(b) retirement plans.

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and résumé to: jobs@seacology.org.