National Development Manager (AWC US)
An extraordinary opportunity for an extraordinary major gifts specialist!
Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is the largest private (non-profit) owner and manager of land for conservation in Australia, protecting endangered wildlife across 31 sanctuaries in which they own or manage in partnership, spanning more than 31.8 million acres in iconic regions such as the Kimberley, Cape York, the Top End and Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre. With a focus on practical land management, informed by world-class science, AWC is implementing a dynamic new model for conservation. AWC’s mission- to deliver effective conservation for all native animal species and their habitats.
AWC US is a US-based non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of Australia’s unique wildlife and wild places. AWC US supports Australian organizations, like Australian Wildlife Conservancy, that have a track record of conservation success and focus on practical, on-ground action, world-class science and measurable results. AWC US is registered as a 501(c)(3) charity and all donations are tax deductible in the United States.
AWC US is recruiting an experienced major gifts fundraiser to acquire, retain and grow philanthropy in the United States. This role will work directly with the AWC US Board (based in NY) and network of philanthropists to raise significant funds for the conservation of Australia’s unique wildlife and wild places.
Being an autonomous role, based in the United States and leading the US philanthropic program, the ideal candidate is an experienced fundraiser with a passion for conservation.
If you are a US fundraiser with talent, credibility and tenacity, this is a career move in which you can deliver real and lasting impact. If interested to apply, express your interest to AWC’s Chief Development Officer, who will share your details with AWC US.
The successful applicant is a motivated, self-starter who works well independently and collaborates well as part of a distributed global team. The applicant is the only hire located in the US and the work location is flexible, noting that US based AWC directors are located in New York and LA. The role is expected to be full-time and the ability to work from a home office, with travel as required, is preferred.
Enquiries:
AWC Chief Development Officer: Amy House amy.house@australianwildlife.org
AWC US Board Chair: Nick Butcher nick.butcher@australianwildlife.org
Applications:
To submit an application, click ‘APPLY’ and follow the prompts to complete an online application form. Your application must include CV and covering letter.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 26 October 2022
Please note:
- Applicants must have valid living and work rights in the USA in order to apply for this position. Sponsorship is not available.
- If you apply for this role, AWC will include you in its ongoing updates and communications about its events, activities and fundraising initiatives. You may opt out of these communications at any time.
- Any application submitted to AWC will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available at www.australianwildlife.org/privacy-policy/. By providing us with your contact details, your consent to receive communications and direct educational material will remain current until you advise us otherwise.
- Applicants must be able to comply with AWC vaccination policy.
