Permanent staff turnover is typically low, although our needs continue to evolve as our programs grow. As permanent positions become available, we will announce them here. We also have some great volunteer opportunities. Please contact us if you have any questions about our organization or about how you can become involved.
Development Officer – This position closes on 12/19/2008
Ecology Project International seeks a Development Officer (DO) to develop, implement, evaluate, and oversee a major gifts program that supports the development and growth of EPI. The DO works collaboratively with the Advancement Director to develop EPI’s fundraising strategies and systems.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Generate a robust major gifts program; developing and maintaining a major donor prospect identification, cultivation, retention and upgrading program
• Take personal responsibility for managing a significant number of prospects and donors
• Strategically involve EPI staff and Board to cultivate and strengthen donor relations and identify potential donors
• Enhance EPI fundraising events that interface and engage major donors and prospects, including annual fundraiser, house parties, adult trips
• Collaborate with the development team in fundraising planning and evaluation; ensuring overlap and integration of various strategies
• Oversee any special projects assigned by the Advancement Director or Executive Director and designated as high priority.
• Maintain good humor and apply professional, common-sense solutions to everyday challenges.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Demonstrated success as an individual performer in a fund-raising capacity, with demonstrated growth in funds acquired
• Five or more years of relevant fundraising experience, preferably with major gifts
• Excellent networking, cultivation and relationship building skills
• Embraces the mission and goals of EPI
• Familiarity and/or direct experience with board of directors and governance
• Knowledge of and experience with donor tracking technology; competence with Microsoft, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Preferred:
• English and Spanish proficiency;
• Experience living and working in Latin America, especially Mexico, Costa Rica, and/or Ecuador.
• Direct experience with all areas of donor relations, including special events, planned giving, capital campaigns
Schedule: The Development Officer will work full time in our Missoula office with occasional travel for events and donor visits.
Compensation: This is a salaried position with an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, retirement, paid time off, holidays, sick leave, professional development and additional benefits.
To apply send or e-mail your resume and cover letter to:
Ecology Project International
Attn: Development Officer Hiring
P.O. Box 9192
Missoula, MT 59807
(406) 721-8784 phone
(406) 721-7060 fax
info@ecologyproject.org
