Director of Development
Ducks Unlimited
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: North Dakota • South Dakota • United States
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Job Level
About the role
- Identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit major and planned gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations
- Coordinate with conservation and development departments to develop proposals and secure funding for DU’s habitat conservation priorities
- Partner with the event fundraising staff and volunteers to raise awareness of DU’s major gift program
- Work with volunteer leadership to motivate and guide DU volunteers to assist with major gift fundraising
- Serve as a staff liaison for the North Dakota and South Dakota State Campaign Committee
- Achieve goals established in the Annual Work Plan
Requirements
- A minimum of four years of fundraising or related experience
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent interpersonal, relationship, and team-building skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Commitment to and experience with prospect moves management
- Ability to provide leadership and guidance to other fundraising professionals and volunteers
- Goal-oriented and performance results-driven
- Computer literacy with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and database management programs
- Must have a valid driver's license and provide proof of insurability
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
fundraisingprospect moves managementproposal developmentgoal-orientedperformance results-driven
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillsrelationship buildingteam-building skillsoral communicationwritten communicationleadershipguidancemotivation
Certifications
Bachelor's degree