The Soil Health Institute (SHI), a non-profit organization created to safeguard and enhance the vitality and productivity of soil, seeks to hire a full-time Development Director. This individual will identify new opportunities to grow portfolio engagement across all fundraising channels. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, implementing, and directing fundraising activities with a focus on new prospects and online giving. The position will report to the Chief Impact Officer but will work closely with SHI leadership and team.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
We value diverse perspectives and recognize that each applicant for this role will bring unique skills, knowledge, and lived experience. Candidates who meet at least some of the criteria below are encouraged to apply.
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Experience: 5+ years of nonprofit experience with a solid track record of raising a sustainable base of funding from individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Work Environment
Ideally, this position will be based at Soil Health Institute headquarters in Morrisville, North Carolina, near Research Triangle Park. Working from a remote location may be considered for highly qualified candidates. Travel for meetings and relationship building is estimated to average 25%.
Compensation
Expected annual salary is $75,000 - $90,000, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time staff position with competitive paid leave, life, health, and dental insurance, 401(k), and other benefits.
To Apply
Email a cover letter, resume, copy of college transcripts (unofficial copy is okay), and the names and contact information of three professional references to Byron Rath, brath@soilhealthinstitute.org with the subject line “Development Director.” References will not be contacted without the candidate being notified first. Review of applications will begin in September 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants must be authorized to work anywhere in the United States and have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation. The Soil Health Institute uses E-Verify to confirm work eligibility.
The Soil Health Institute (SHI), a non-profit organization created to safeguard and enhance the vitality and productivity of soil, seeks to hire a full-time Development Director. This individual will identify new opportunities to grow portfolio engagement across all fundraising channels. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, implementing, and directing fundraising activities with a focus on new prospects and online giving. The position will report to the Chief Impact Officer but will work closely with SHI leadership and team.
Key Responsibilities
This is a full-time staff position with competitive paid leave, life, health, and dental insurance, 401(k), and other benefits.
This is a full-time staff position with competitive paid leave, life, health, and dental insurance, 401(k), and other benefits.
To Apply
Email a cover letter, resume, copy of college transcripts (unofficial copy is okay), and the names and contact information of three professional references to Byron Rath, brath@soilhealthinstitute.org with the subject line “Development Director.” References will not be contacted without the candidate being notified first. Review of applications will begin in September 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants must be authorized to work anywhere in the United States and have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation. The Soil Health Institute uses E-Verify to confirm work eligibility.
To Apply
Email a cover letter, resume, copy of college transcripts (unofficial copy is okay), and the names and contact information of three professional references to Byron Rath…