Opportunity Details

Senior Director for Advancement
Posted: 07/29/2024
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Job Function: Non-Profit / Social Enterprise
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Location: Ithaca, NY, USA
Posted: 07/29/2024
Description

The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is seeking a Senior Director for Advancement to lead fundraising, branding, marketing, and communications efforts. The Lab, founded over 100 years ago, is dedicated to advancing the understanding and protection of the natural world through research, education, and citizen science focused on birds. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the Lab's mission, a minimum of 7-10 years of development leadership experience, and a track record of successful fundraising for complex organizations. They will be responsible for supervising a team of 40+ staff members, developing strategic fundraising and communications plans, and fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders.

The Senior Director will work with multidisciplinary teams to broaden the Lab's audiences and donor base, inspire philanthropy, and influence policy through data-intensive science and creative partnerships. They will also be responsible for recruiting and developing exceptional staff, managing a budget, and working with high-level volunteers. The ideal candidate will have experience in international fundraising and communications, strong computer skills, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The annual salary for this role is anticipated to range from $235,000 to $250,000, and visa sponsorship is not available.

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