Los Padres ForestWatch, one of the premier land and wildlife advocacy organizations along California’s central coast, is seeking a Director of Development. The role is responsible for driving our comprehensive fundraising strategy and building deep partnerships with donors who share our conservation vision for Los Padres National Forest. This full-time exempt position is based in Santa Barbara, California and would entail a flexible combination of remote and office work.
Overview of Position
The Director of Development works closely with the Executive Director, the Board of Directors, the Development Associate, and other team members to establish and execute a fundraising program that is creative, compelling, and effective in fulfilling the organization’s mission. The position ensures the long-term viability of ForestWatch by coordinating and implementing key fundraising and engagement strategies and reports to the Executive Director.
Primary responsibilities include managing our major donor program; engaging our supporters through strategic communications and storytelling; preparing and executing an annual membership renewal and recruitment plan; growing our planned giving and corporate partnership programs; securing and tracking foundation grants; and supervising the Development Associate.
How to Apply
Please view the complete job announcement for a list of duties and qualifications for this role, a summary of our compensation package, and application instructions.
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