Organization
Turning Green (TG) is a Sausalito-based non-profit organization dedicated to mobilizing youth to become active around issues that have a direct impact on personal and environmental health. TG does this through programs including the Conscious College Road Tour (a 6-week tour to 14+ college campuses), Project Green Challenge (a 30-day eco lifestyle challenge for high school and college students) and the Conscious Kitchen (a fresh, local, organic, seasonal, non-GMO school food program). In order to continue to fulfill its mission, the organization seeks a development director who is aligned with our mission and can successfully secure new sources of funding and support. This person should be a brilliant strategic thinker and storyteller, capable of carrying out a diverse range of duties with poise, passion and purpose.
For more information on Turning Green, please visit www.teensturninggreen.org.
Position
Reporting to and in partnership with the Executive Director, the Development Director will spearhead development efforts as Turning Green continues to grow. The Director will have the opportunity to build the organization’s development operations from the ground up.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute Turning Green’s annual fundraising plan
Secure financial support from individuals, foundations and corporations
Manage the implementation of a donor tracking database
Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with major donors
Develop and grow a sustained base of individual donors; manage annual giving campaign
Oversee organization of special fundraising events
Write and track proposals and reports for all foundation and corporate fundraising
Prepare and manage annual project budgets
Lead board and other staff to support marketing and fundraising efforts
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, Masters a plus but not required
3-plus years work experience in communications, PR, fundraising, development, program development, or other related field.
Strong communications skills and the ability to write clearly and persuasively
Ability to take initiative, think strategically and critically, and pay close attention to detail
Keen understanding of and passion for sustainability and the environmental movement
Interest in and commitment to the TG mission
Experience developing program objectives and metrics
Knowledge of and experience in the foundation landscape of northern California
Understanding of the importance of a diversified funding base
Strong interpersonal skills, and a “go-getter” mentality for cultivating donor relationships
Excellent organizational and computer skills; knowledge of database management software
How to apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please email us your resume and cover letter with the subject line “TG Development Director Job.” Our email: info@turninggreen.org.
Position may be contracted at full or part time. Compensation is commensurate with experience.