Director of Development
Quick answer
The Nature Conservancy is hiring a senior-level Director of Development in Arizona paying $157k-$180k to lead fundraising programs, manage a multidisciplinary team, and oversee a $60+ million capital campaign.
- Role
- Director of Development
- Organization
- The Nature Conservancy
- Location
- Arizona
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $157,000 – $180,000
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Director of Development will lead comprehensive fundraising strategies for The Nature Conservancy’s Arizona Chapter, managing a department of 8-11 staff members. This role involves cultivating major donor relationships, directing a $60+ million upcoming campaign, and overseeing an annual fundraising goal of $8-11 million. The position acts as a key member of the leadership team, collaborating with stakeholders to advance conservation goals across Arizona, the Western U.S., and global regions. Success requires strategic oversight of large budgets, complex project management, and significant experience in nonprofit philanthropy.
What you'll do
- Direct and oversee comprehensive development and fundraising programs.
- Manage a department of 8-11 fundraising and operations staff members.
- Lead a $60+ million capital campaign set to launch in 2027.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors, foundations, and corporations.
- Serve as a member of the Chapter Leadership Team to influence strategic direction.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of related experience in a senior role.
- Proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts.
- Experience managing and supervising multidisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated success in large-scale nonprofit budget and project management.
- Experience working closely with nonprofit boards and trustees.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive benefits package including health care, 401(k) with 8% employer match, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance program.
Frequently asked questions
What is the compensation for this role?
The starting salary range for this position is $157,000 – $180,000, depending on factors such as location, qualifications, and experience.
Is this position remote or in-office?
The Nature Conservancy offers a flexible work environment; however, this role is based in Arizona and requires travel up to 20% of the time, suggesting a hybrid or in-office expectation.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree, at least 8 years of relevant senior-level experience, strong major gift fundraising skills, and experience managing complex, multidisciplinary teams.
How should I apply for this position?
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible via the organization's portal, as the role uses a rolling interview process and will be unposted once a strong candidate pool is identified.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Nature Conservancy's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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