Nonprofit
Development Director
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About Us
The Macaw Recovery Network (MRN) is a dynamic conservation organization committed to protecting endangered parrots and their habitats. Through innovative species recovery programs, habitat protection and restoration initiatives, and active community engagement, we strive to secure a thriving future for these iconic birds. Established in Costa Rica in 2018 and registered in the United States in 2022, MRN operates with a combined annual budget of over $750,000. In addition, over the past two years, we have successfully raised over a million dollars to protect critical rainforest habitats through land acquisition.
At MRN, we are driven by a passionate and close-knit team with bold plans for the future. Join us in our mission to safeguard parrots, protect biodiversity, and inspire conservation action on a global scale.
Position Overview
The Development Director will spearhead the development of programmatic Fundraising and Communication efforts, ensuring robust financial support for MRN. The role’s primary focus is cultivating and securing donations from major donors, expanding and diversifying our donor network, and securing critical resources to further our conservation mission. The role will also include overseeing other income sources such as grant and corporate funding.
This role is pivotal in driving MRN’s brand awareness. In close collaboration with the Communications Manager, the successful candidate will help plan and oversee annual communication strategies and support the communications team to deliver creative campaigns, impactful partnerships and build communities across MRN’s channels. This role is full of variety and involves working with partner organizations to deliver a range of strategic projects that drive brand awareness and help to increase online giving.
About Us
The Macaw Recovery Network (MRN) is a dynamic conservation organization committed to protecting endangered parrots and their habitats. Through innovative species recovery programs, habitat protection and restoration initiatives, and active community engagement, we strive to secure a thriving future for these iconic birds. Established in Costa Rica in 2018 and registered in the United States in 2022, MRN operates with a combined annual budget of over $750,000. In addition, over the past two years, we have successfully raised over a million dollars to protect critical rainforest habitats through land acquisition.
At MRN, we are driven by a passionate and close-knit team with bold plans for the future. Join us in our mission to safeguard parrots, protect biodiversity, and inspire conservation action on a global scale.
Position Overview
The Development Director will spearhead the development of programmatic Fundraising and Communication…
Benefits
- One-year contract with the expectation to be renewed annually. Payment of $64,000-$72,000 based on a 32-hour work week with a three-month trial period, dependent on experience and geographical location. The position is intended to be long-term, with annual performance evaluation.
- Travel, accommodation, and daily expenses covered during two annual visits to the site(s) in Costa Rica and/or networking event in California.
- Professional development opportunities, including mentorship and conference attendance.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment that values creativity and innovation.
- One-year contract with the expectation to be renewed annually. Payment of $64,000-$72,000 based on a 32-hour work week with a three-month trial period, dependent on experience and geographical location. The position is intended to be long-term, with annual performance evaluation.
- Travel, accommodation, and daily expenses covered during two annual visits to the site(s) in Costa Rica and/or networking event in California.
- Professional development opportunities, including mentorship and conference attendance.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment that values creativity and innovation.
Level of Language Proficiency
High-level proficiency in English required and basic Spanish preferable (a commitment to learning the Spanish language is encouraged).
High-level proficiency in English required and basic Spanish preferable (a commitment to learning the Spanish language is encouraged).
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How to Apply
Please submit your resume,
cover letter, two references, and a recently published writing assignment to
hr@macawrecoverynetwork.org by June 6, 2025.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
