Who You Are

You are enticed by Opal Creek Ancient Forest Center’s mission, and the opportunity to connect donors and funders to that mission.
You are a fundraising professional with a passion for values-based work.
You are a people person. You are relationship focused and enjoy building partnerships and networks.
You have a positive, upbeat personality with the ability to be persistent.
You listen. You meet people where they are. You are aware and understanding of the moods, behaviors, and motives of yourself and others.
You are goal oriented and outcome driven.
You thrive in a collaborative environment, yet work well autonomously and are self-motivated.

Donor Stewardship and Cultivation (50%)

Member cultivation and stewardship: grow member base, set and reach targets annually
Create and execute a major donor work plan including donor research, profiles, cultivation, requests for support and stewardship
Cultivate and grow corporate sponsorship
Coordinate fundraising efforts of Executive Director, Board of Directors, staff and volunteers

Grant Writing (25%)

Manage proposal creation in concert with stated goals of Executive Director and Board of Directors
Build upon past grant successes and deepen engagement with funders
Research and engage with new foundations and corporations to match our ongoing needs

Communications (25%)

Provide strategy for integrated communications across all relevant platforms (email list serve, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIN, Twitter) to drive engagement levels

Requirements of Position

Proven track record of securing substantial financial support for a mission-driven organization

Minimum of five years’ experience in non-profit development and donor relations
Knowledge of diverse fundraising strategies and their implementation
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required
Experience with grant writing and reporting
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effective public speaker
Skilled database administration, experience with Donor Perfect preferred
Previous capital campaign experience preferred
Strong network in the Pacific Northwest preferred

Position Type/Compensation

Full-time salaried position of 40 hours a week, with flex time work arrangements also considered
Starting salary range of $50,000-$65,000

Health insurance – medical, vision, dental – with Opal Creek Ancient Forest Center covering 80% of the premium
17 days of PTO for each of the first three years of employment plus 8 paid holidays