POSITION SUMMARY

Our Major Gifts Officer, a key member of the Development & Fundraising team, is primarily responsible for managing ACT’s major gifts program, which is a significant portion of ACT’s annual funding. This includes researching potential donors and developing pitch strategies, managing the grant application process, and stewarding donor relationships. They also serve as a key point of contact and collaboration with ACT’s international offices.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Please email cover letter and resume to careers@amazonteam.org; use “Major Gifts Officer” in the subject line.

Reports To

· Reports to: Chief Development Officer

· Collaborates with: ACT-US Team and key ACT-Wide programmatic staff

· Supervises: This position currently has no supervisory responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Donor Management

• Develop and manage a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals

• Cultivate and steward relationships with current and prospective major donors

• Implement strategies to retain and upgrade existing donors

• Organize and manage small-scale fundraising events as appropriate

Fundraising

• Secure significant funds through major gift prospect cultivation and solicitation

• Support and staff as needed fundraising work and related activities of ACT’s founders

• Meet annual fundraising goals set by the organization

• Collaborate with others on development team to identify and pursue new funding opportunities

Reporting and Communication

• Ensure grant reports are consistent with past reports and long-term objectives

• Support preparation and submission of reports in accordance with grant specifications and donor requirements

• Contribute to proposal writing and other fundraising communications as needed

Qualifications:

Experience and Skills

Proven track record in major gift fundraising, preferably in the international environmental or conservation sector
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in donor management software and Microsoft Office suite
Education

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in a related field preferred
Competencies

Mastery of spoken and written English. Spanish or Portuguese useful but not required
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency with typical office productivity systems, donor databases/CRMs, and prospect research and other wealth screening tools
Other Requirements

Deep concern for the health of the Amazon biome and understanding of the critical role that indigenous communities play in conservation
Travel domestically and internationally may be required
Must be able to occasionally work nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary to carry out key job functions
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Must be able to pass a criminal background check

BENEFITS:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunity to make a significant impact on rainforest conservation efforts

The Amazon Conservation Team is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who are passionate about our mission to preserve South American rainforests.