POSITION SUMMARY

The development manager will support iNaturalist’s major gifts and institutional fundraising through research, writing, donor engagement, and general support. iNaturalist’s development team manages major gifts and institutional fundraising, while leading development operations. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

• Prepare briefings, gift agreements, reports, and other correspondence for prospects

• Prepare or support grant and partnership applications, proposals, concepts, and reports for individual and institutional donors 

• Conduct prospect research and prepare briefings for development leadership 

• Support donor outreach and engagement, including occasional travel 

• Support all development department activities, as needed 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least three years experience in a development department, preferably in major donor or institutional fundraising

• Fluent in English, both written and verbal

• Must be eligible to work in the United States 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Ability to work with independently as well as in collaboration

• Excellent organizational skills and prioritization

• Excellent written communication skills in English

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to collaborate within and across departments

• Familiarity with fundraising CRMs (iNaturalist uses VIrtuous, with connections to iWave and FundraiseUp)

• Astute attention to detail 

• Ability/willingness to work after-hours when needed

• Ability/willingness to travel on occasion

• Ability to setup and maintain computer hardware provided for the job

• Experience using iNaturalist is a plus

To apply, send resume and cover letter to jeanne@inaturalist.org with subject line "Development Manager - [Your Name].” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after November 17.