Senior Director, Institutional Giving

2 months ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States The Wilderness Society Full time

Reporting directly to the Vice President, Giving & Impact,
the Senior Director, Institutional Giving & Impact is
responsible for securing ambitious financial resources from
institutional funders to achieve organizational revenue goals. The
Senior Director works closely with other TWS Giving & Impact
and Program staff to secure this support for TWS' conservation
priorities. They lead their channel in identification, cultivation,
solicitation, stewarding of current and prospective foundation and
corporate donors who can and will make significant gifts to TWS.
They are also responsible for managing relationships and securing
support from a portfolio of funders and prospects to support the
mission of The Wilderness Society.

The Senior Director also serves as part of the Giving &
Impact Leadership Team, working with other Sr. Directors and the VP
to ensure that philanthropy is understood across the organization
is that the philanthropic voice is part of major organizational
decisions.

The Senior Director, Institutional Giving & Impact plays a
critical role in establishing and reinforcing an inclusive
organizational culture that is grounded in trust and accountability
to shared goals and outcomes. TWS has made diversity, equity, and
inclusion strategic priorities for the organization. This leader
will integrate these priorities throughout our work, from expanding
our partnerships to bringing an equity lens to all facets of donor
prospecting and solicitation as well as inclusivity in team
management. Across our team, we aspire to be nimble, collaborative,
innovative, transparent, and supportive of staff – our greatest
asset.
Essential duties & responsibilities

Directs the institutional fund-raising efforts
organization-wide. Manages and oversees the institutional
Leadership Giving team and works with Senior Leadership within the
organization to set ambitious goals and generate new relationships
important to the work of TWS.
Works with Senior Leadership and Program staff to identify
funding opportunities and develop cultivation, solicitation and
stewardship strategies for foundation prospects to strengthen
relationships and increase funding opportunities.
Works on select high- priority proposals and reports and is
responsible for overseeing all proposals and report submissions,
ensuring deadlines are met, overseeing the cultivation process of
each funder, maintaining approval of final copy, and ensuring all
proposals and reports prepared by the team are a collaborative
effort across program, finance, and development staff.
Supervises and develops Institutional Giving Officer(s) in
writing, production and submission of grant proposals, letters of
inquiry, and reports. Establishing a team that works both
independently and collaboratively to succeed.
Works with VP and other Giving & Impact Senior Directors to
coordinate with the President's Office, developing strategies
involving Executive Team or Governing Council members. Supports
department in development of materials or presentations on
institutional funding for Executive Team or Council meetings.
Serve as part of the Giving & Impact department's Senior
Leadership Team, responsible for nurturing and advancing
departmental effectiveness, collaboration, and morale.
Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience & Competencies
10+ years professional fundraising experience in the areas of
foundation relations. Experience with environmental policy funders
is a plus.

Excellent written and oral communications skills. Ability to
understand, interpret, and synthesize complex programmatic
information and to communicate effectively with Governing Council,
staff, and executive leadership both in and out of TWS;
Experience managing $1 million + funders and demonstrated
ability to formulate complex strategic programs. Demonstrated
ability to use problem solving skills for resolving funder.
Excellent leadership and organizational skills with an emphasis
on program and project management.
Experience with developing and managing project budgets.
Experience leading and managing teams representing a rich mix
of talent, backgrounds, and perspectives. This includes a
track record of successful recruitment, cultivation, and retention
of highly skilled staff across race and gender.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ROI, or similar donor
database.
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and ability to work
with considerable independence within the context of a team
environment and network of relationships.
Ability to work independently and as a team member in a
changing environment with initiative and flexibility.
Negotiation and facilitation skills.
A reputation for high ethical standards and integrity.
Familiarity with the conservation environment and a commitment
to the mission and values of The Wilderness Society preferred

This job description is intended to convey information essential
to understanding the scope of this position and it is not intended
to be an exhaustive list of experience, skills, efforts, duties,
responsibilities or working conditions associated with the
position.
The Wilderness Society offers a competitive salary and benefits
package, including: health, dental, vision, life and disability
insurance; sick and vacation leave; a sabbatical program; and a
retirement plan. TWS is an equal opportunity employer and
actively works to ensure fair treatment of our employees and
constituents across culture, socioeconomic status, race, marital or
family situation, gender, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs,
physical ability, veteran status or sexual orientation.
As an organization, we aspire to being inclusive in the work
that we do, and in the kind of organization we are.
Internally this means working as a team that listens to
different points of view, recognizes the contributions of every
employee and empowers each employee to bring their whole selves to
work every day. Externally this means ensuring that public
lands are inclusive and welcoming, so that our shared wildlands can
help people and nature to thrive. We are committed to equity
throughout our work, which we define as our commitment to realizing
the promise of our public lands and ensuring that all can share in
their universal benefits.
To learn more about our commitment, please see

  • Senior Director, Institutional Giving

    4 weeks ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States The Wilderness Society Full time

    Reporting directly to the Vice President, Giving & Impact, the Senior Director, Institutional Giving & Impact is responsible for securing ambitious financial resources from institutional funders to achieve organizational revenue goals. The Senior Director works closely with other TWS Giving & Impact and Program staff to secure this support for TWS'...

  • Assistant General Counsel, Complex Financial Institutions Section

    1 month ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States USAJobs Full time

    DutiesIdentifies complex legal problems related to risk and the potential resolution of the largest, systemically important financial institutions, including complex financial institutions engaged in cross-border operations, and supervises legal research related to these problems. The concept of complex legal problems includes problems designated as...

  • Senior Director of Philanthropic Engagement

    8 hours ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Plan USA Full time

    Position OverviewPlan International is a global humanitarian and development organization dedicated to advancing children's rights and promoting gender equality. Our mission is to unlock the potential of every child, particularly girls, who face the greatest challenges due to poverty, violence, and discrimination.We collaborate with children, youth,...

  • Director of Development, Catholic Advocacy NonProfit

    2 months ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Catholic Climate Covenant Full time

    Climate Covenant Job Title: DevelopmentDirector,Full Time Location: Washington, D.C. (preferred) or RemoteSupervisor: Executive DirectorEstimated Travel: 15-20% Catholic Climate Covenant inspires andequips people and institutions to care for creation and care forthe poor. Through our 20 national partners, we guide the U.S.Catholic Church's response to...

  • Senior Director of Development, International

    2 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    About the RoleThe Senior Director of Development, International will serve as the strategic leader for international fundraising efforts, driving engagement and securing major gifts from key markets. This role will oversee a team of fundraisers and manage a personal portfolio of high-priority prospects, with a focus on securing gifts ranging from $250,000 to...

  • Director of Impact, Evaluation and Learning

    2 months ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States The International Fund for Animal Welfare Full time

    This position can be based in Washington, DC or in an international IFAW office Staff work a hybrid schedule with 2 days/week in the officeThe Director of Impact, Evaluation, and Learning (DIEL) will fill a pivotal role in ensuring that IFAW's initiatives are effective, efficient, and aligned with its mission. This position involves overseeing the design...

  • Corporate Expert, Senior Advisor

    1 month ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Full time

    Provides highly technical guidance and support on a variety of complex issues related to the resolution planning, risk assessment, policy development, and/or international engagement coordination efforts within CISR; engages with staff and managers within the division and across the FDIC to identify and resolve critical issues involved with the resolution of...

  • Director Grant, Contracts

    3 months ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States MEDSTAR HEALTH Full time

    Reporting to the Director for the Institute of Public Health Emergency, the Director Regional Emerging Special Pathogen Treatment Center (RESPTC) Grant, Contracts and Biocontainment (BCU) Services directs the completion and tracking of all BCU related grants, contracts, and awards related to emergency management for the ER ONE Institute and Medstar...

  • Director/Senior Director, Government Affairs

    1 month ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States SAP Full time

    We help the world run better At SAP, we enable you to bring out your best. Our company culture is focused on collaboration and a shared passion to help the world run better. How? We focus every day on building the foundation for tomorrow and creating a workplace that embraces differences, values flexibility, and is aligned to our purpose-driven and...

  • Annual Giving Officer, Reforestation Industry

    4 weeks ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States One Tree Planted Full time

    One Tree Planted is a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit focusedon global reforestation. As an environmental charity, we arededicated to making it easier for individuals and businesses togive back to the environment, create a healthier climate, protectbiodiversity, and help reforestation efforts around the world. Allby planting trees The ideal start date for this...

  • Senior Director, Digital Transformation

    2 months ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) Full time

    The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) has a career opportunity for a Senior Director of Digital Transformation. The Scope The Senior Director of Digital Transformation assists in developing strategies for AGB's evolving technology requirements and works with staff to implement new technology responses and procedures to...

  • Senior Director of AI Technology

    2 weeks ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States NTT DATA Services Full time

    NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.We are currently seeking a Senior Director of AI Technology - Public Sector to join our team in Metro DC, Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).Senior...

  • Corporate Expert, Senior Advisor

    1 month ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States USAJobs Full time

    DutiesProvides highly technical guidance and support on a variety of complex issues related to the resolution planning, risk assessment, policy development, and/or international engagement coordination efforts within CISR; engages with staff and managers within the division and across the FDIC to identify and resolve critical issues involved with the...

  • Senior Examination Specialist

    2 months ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States USAJobs Full time

    Duties0"> At the full performance level, major duties include:Directs or participates in assignments involving depository institution supervisory matters with special emphasis on accounting, auditing, tax, regulatory reporting, and regulatory capital issues. Acts as an advisor to the Director of the Division of Risk Management Supervision and other senior...

  • Senior Director Behavioral Health Services

    2 weeks ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States MEDSTAR HEALTH Full time

    General Summary of PositionMedstar Health is looking for a Senior Director of Behavioral Health Services to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center The ideal candidate will have exceptional interpersonal skills and willingness to be a team player with various associates, consultants, and vendors. The Senior Director of Behavioral Health Services...

  • Senior Director, Translational Safety and Bioanalytical Sciences

    2 weeks ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Amgen Full time

    HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?If you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. At Amgen, our shared missionto serve patientsdrives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the worlds leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve togetherresearching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products...

  • Senior Director of Philanthropic Engagement

    9 hours ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Plan USA Full time

    Position OverviewPlan International is a prominent independent organization dedicated to development and humanitarian efforts, focusing on the rights of children and the empowerment of girls. We recognize the inherent potential of every child, often hindered by challenges such as poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination, with girls being...

  • Principal Director, Office of Enterprise Services

    1 month ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Dhs Headquarters Full time

    The Principal Director, Office of Enterprise Services is responsible for supporting the Executive Director by overseeing S&T's enterprise operations, including corporate programs, processes, and systems related to budget and finance, business administration and logistics, human capital resources and leadership development, procurement and acquisition, and...

  • Senior Director of Partner Networks and Membership Sales

    3 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States American Bankers Association Full time

    Key Responsibilities As a Senior Director, you will: - Cultivate relationships at significant industry gatherings to harness best practices, pinpoint emerging trends, and uncover potential supplier partners. - Stay abreast of overarching trends affecting the sector and identify influential thought leaders. - Manage administrative tasks, including overseeing...

  • Senior Director, Strategic Communications

    2 weeks ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Natural Resources Defense Council Full time

    Senior Director, Strategic CommunicationsJob LocationsUS-DC-Washington | US-NY-New YorkJob ID # of Openings1GroupCommunicationsOverviewNRDC is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization. We use law, science, and the support of 3.1 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure the rights of all...