Development Director

11 hours ago

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Development Director to join our team at the Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust. As a key member of our staff, you will play a critical role in advancing our fundraising and donor stewardship efforts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies to meet annual goals and support our mission and programs.
  • Cultivate and steward relationships with board members, individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and other potential funders.
  • Manage a robust grant cycle, writing grant proposals, reports, and related correspondence for foundations, corporations, and governmental fundraising.
  • Develop research, cultivation, and stewardship plans for prospects, including corporate sponsors.
  • Develop and produce creative and engaging fundraising collateral.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of our programs and initiatives.
  • Research and compile background materials for proposals and reports.
  • Assist with direct mail campaigns and revolving membership appeals.
  • Assist in collecting outcomes to measure and report on program impact.
Qualifications
  • At least 3-5 years of full-time professional experience in development with excellent references.
  • Experienced and comfortable working in multi-cultural, inclusive settings.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain personal relationships with a diverse range of supporters.
  • Flexible, nimble thinker; strong ability to look ahead and plan effectively, anticipating and avoiding roadblocks.
  • Demonstrated talent in the art of crafting fundraising marketing content, and a sharp eye when editing for accuracy and maximum emotional impact.
  • Strong grant writing skills.
  • Proficiency with CRM software.
  • Strong ability to be proactive, multi-task/prioritize and provide attention to detail and follow-up.
  • Proven strengths in financial management, including developing and managing budgets, and financial reporting.
  • Ability to balance, prioritize, and manage multiple competing projects and deadlines.
Working Conditions

This is a full-time, exempt position. We are a dynamic organization with a strong commitment to building diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging into our work in community conservation. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

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