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TERM AND SALARY : Full time, exempt $60,000-$65,000/year DOE plus comprehensive benefits including: medical, dental, and vision health insurance; 403b retirement savings plan; vacation and sick leave; employee assistance program; life insurance; technology stipend; and paid holidays. POSITION SUMMARY:   River Network seeks an experienced fundraising professional to join our dynamic team. The primary role of this position is to increase unrestricted support for River Network, thereby allowing River Network more ability and responsiveness in fulfilling its efforts to advance clean water and healthy rivers for all  (for more information, see our current   strategic plan ). This position is externally-facing by design to grow donations from individuals and corporate sponsorships, achieving or surpassing River Network’s related revenues goals (currently $330,000 /year and $100,000/year respectively). This position will work shoulder to shoulder with the Director of Philanthropy and the President/CEO, and in partnership with the Marketing and Communications Manager, Director of Finance, and other staff members to develop and execute River Network’s overall fundraising strategy on an annual basis. We are looking for a smart, energetic, organized, and determined individual with a growth mindset, experience germane to designing and executing fundraising strategies and campaigns, a proven ability to excite interest and investment, and a drive to engage and inspire existing and potential supporters. The right candidate will also have an uncanny ability to build trust and rapport with colleagues and supporters, and meaningfully connect supporters to our work. ABOUT RIVER NETWORK :    River Network envisions a future of clean and ample water for people and nature, where local caretakers are well-equipped, effective and courageous champions for our rivers. River Network’s mission is to empower and unite people and communities to protect and restore rivers and other waters that sustain all life. Visit   www.rivernetwork.org   to learn more about our current priorities. Our headquarters are in Boulder, Colorado and we have staff located in communities across the U.S. We are committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in all areas to achieve our mission – explore our   core values and commitment   to equity, diversity and inclusion, our explanation for why equity, diversity an inclusion are the   foundation of our mission , and our   principles for equitable and inclusive work . Through our programs, we seek to connect with all communities and increase the impact of their efforts to secure clean and ample water. Through our internal practices and external leadership, we seek an inclusive workplace culture that attracts diverse staff, board, members, and supporters. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Establish annual cycle of activities related to the prospecting, cultivation and stewardship of individual donors and corporate sponsors that will achieve or surpass River Network’s related revenues goals (currently $330,000/year for individual donors and $100,000/year for corporate sponsors). Persistently and relentlessly identify prospective individual donors and corporate sponsors, actively communicating persuasively and passionately through in-person meetings, by phone, via email, and through written products resulting in commitments to River Network and moving investors along a continuum toward higher levels of giving. Oversee direct mail and email campaigns and appeals in collaboration with Marketing and Communications Manager and other colleagues. Manage President/CEO’s appointment schedule with prospective and existing major donors and corporate sponsors, and engage board members and other colleagues in cultivation and stewardship efforts as appropriate. Develop excellent working relationships with River Network’s Board of Directors, working hand in hand with individual board members to execute their annual fundraising goals and commitments. Develop and maintain detailed records and files for all $1,000+ individual and family donors and prospects. Track all individual fundraising efforts and results in Salesforce database. Support the execution of the corporate strategy, including persuasive communication with existing and prospective corporate partners through phone conversations, personal visits, written proposals and reports. Undertake collaborations with colleagues and the Board of Directors with candor, integrity, and clarity. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Three to five years professional fundraising experience with in-depth experience developing and implementing successful strategies and campaigns attracting support from individuals and corporations. Proven experience managing major donors and securing $1,000+ donations from individuals or equivalent. Knowledge of current and evolving trends in donor engagement and corporate sponsorship. Exceptional oral and written communication skills, proven experience translating complex and technical concepts into compelling and clear messages for specific audiences, positive attitude and energy. Detail-oriented, with proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and delivering assignments within stringent deadlines. Highly technologically savvy, with proficiency in donor management systems (Salesforce), prospect research tools, and MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and ability to comprehend and interpret nonprofit financial statements. Commitment to values of mutual respect and collaboration, teamwork and diversity. Access to transportation to visit with individual donor and corporate supporters and prospects, willingness to travel, and availability for events. Ability to work from our Boulder, Colorado office location. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of river conservation, current issues in the water arena, challenges related to equity, etc. Familiarity with the local/Colorado philanthropic community. TO APPLY:   Please send cover letter and resume   as one integrated PDF or Word document   to:   careers@rivernetwork.org   with “PHILANTHROPY MANAGER” in the subject line of the email. References, work samples, simulations, and questions will be part of the selection process.     Position will remain open until an expectation of a November hire date. No phone calls please.   The successful applicant must also meet the requirements of River Network’s background screening process. Consistent with our values and our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion as stated above,   River Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !