The Charles River Conservancy (CRC) seeks a team-oriented individual who is eager to grow their skills and career in development to increase the CRC’s capacity and impact. This role is ideal for a fundraising professional looking to take on additional management and strategy responsibilities to advance their career. The CRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and people from a range of backgrounds and experiences to add their unique perspective to the organization to apply.
Organization Overview
Founded in 2000, the mission of the Charles River Conservancy (CRC) is to make the Charles River and its parks a well-maintained network of natural urban places that invite and engage all in their use and stewardship. In partnership with the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) and other stakeholders, we promote the active use and vitality of the Charles River parks, increase recreational and educational opportunities, and implement interventions to support ecological health, biodiversity and resiliency. Our work within the urban Charles River Reservation spans parks in Boston, Cambridge, Allston/Brighton, and Watertown, which are within walking distance of 300,000+ urban residents and welcome over 1 million annual visitors.
Key Responsibilities
The Development Manager will support the Executive Director and coordinate with key staff to raise $300,000+ in unrestricted revenue annually by building a pipeline of new donors and stewarding the gifts of mid-level donors. Responsibilities include:
Donor Engagement and Cultivation
Research and Analysis
Outreach
Administration
Qualifications
Preferred Experience and Skills
We recognize no one individual will embody all listed attributes and encourage candidates with equivalent, non-traditional career experience to apply.
The Charles River Conservancy (CRC) seeks a team-oriented individual who is eager to grow their skills and career in development to increase the CRC’s capacity and impact. This role is ideal for a fundraising professional looking to take on…
Salary for this full-time position is $60,000 - $75,000, depending on experience. The CRC’s strong benefits include:
Salary for this full-time position is $60,000 - $75,000, depending on experience. The CRC’s strong benefits include:
Learn More
The Executive Director will be offering 30 minute virtual information sessions on Wednesday, April 17th at noon and Friday, April 19th at 9am. Click on either date to register.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter (and any other materials that best communicate why you are the right person for the job!) in a single PDF to jobs@thecharles.org on or before May 6th. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We look forward to hearing from you!
Learn More
The Executive Director will be offering 30 minute virtual information sessions on Wednesday, April 17th at noon and Friday, April 19th at 9am. Click on either date to…