Ducks Unlimited Inc. Is Hiring- Director of Gift Planning- Great Lakes / Atlantic Region

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Director of Gift Planning

Great Lakes / Atlantic Region

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the continent’s leader in waterfowl and wetlands conservation, seeks a Director of Gift Planning for its Great Lakes / Atlantic Region covering the states of PA, WV, MA, NY, NJ, CT, VT, NH, MD, ME, RI, DE with the following fundraising responsibilities:

• Identify, qualify, cultivate and solicit planned and deferred gifts from individuals who are part of an identified prospect portfolio to help support the conservation mission of Ducks Unlimited.
• Coordinate with Conservation and Development partners on proposals to secure funding for DU’s habitat conservation priorities as defined by the Strategic Plan, and to include support for operations, conservation in key landscapes, educational programs, and the permanent endowment.
• Partner with event fundraising staff and volunteers to raise awareness of DU’s planned giving program (Feather Society) and increase philanthropic revenue in the region.
• Engage volunteer leadership to motivate and guide DU volunteers to assist with planned gift fundraising.
• Serve as a staff liaison to States Campaign Committee.
• Achieve goals established in Development Annual Work Plan.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years fundraising or related experience with an emphasis on planned / estate giving and a strong conservation ethic. Additional qualifications include:

• Completed Bachelor’s degree
• Working knowledge of planned giving vehicles
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship and team-building skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to provide leadership and guidance to other fundraising professionals and volunteers
• Computer literacy with a proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and database management programs

The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can work independently as well as part of a team and is driven to succeed. Familiarity with major gifts fundraising, experience with comprehensive fundraising campaigns, relationships in and a working knowledge of the region’s philanthropic community, and an interest in outdoor conservation activities are also desired. The selected candidate should have the desire and ability to travel extensively and will be expected to reside in a mutually agreed upon location, including Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Metro New York, Philadelphia.

To submit an application, click the link DU Is Hiring- DGP- Great Lakes/ Atlantic Region and follow the prompts to APPLY be sure to add application documents including a cover letter and resume, along with daytime information (email & phone number) for three professional references. For further information regarding this position or to request application materials, please contact Human Resources at careers@ducks.org

Application deadline: July 16, 2023. Resume review will begin afterward and continue until the position is filled.

SALARY: $80K- $115K Salary commensurate with experience.

BENEFITS PACKAGE: We work hard to encourage everyone at Ducks Unlimited to bring their authentic selves to work every day. DU offers an exceptional benefit package that includes comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage; three weeks paid vacation; paid sick leave and 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plan (including partial employer match); and tuition reimbursement.

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military status, disability, age, or genetic information except where age or gender is a bona fide occupational qualification as allowed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.