Development Operations & Events Specialist

Jan 22

The Nature Conservancy
Nashville, TN

Anticipated Start Date: 3/16/25

Description

The Specialist will work towards meeting the strategic priorities of the team by implementing tactics for approved plans and completing and organizing varied tasks and activities. They will manage event coordinating and administrative responsibilities for the Development Team. This role will correspond with and engage with donors, work with the team to manage the donor database system, and will work closely with other teams, volunteers, and staff. The Specialist will manage, track, and report on key data related to the team scope and priorities and provide guidance to chapter staff on use and/or processing of data.

This role will be asked to travel to certain donor events and activities across the state, and may occasionally work flexible hours to accommodate donor schedules and events. The Development Operations & Events Specialist may also occasionally work in disagreeable elements or environments that require minor physical exertion and/or strain while preparing for or hosting donor events, field trips or site visits.

The ideal Development Operations & Events Specialist works well across teams to prioritize and coordinate fundraising goals and events. They have experience managing several projects at once, ensuring compliance with internal policies, and building lasting relationships. Please include a cover letter as part of your application; applications that do not have a cover letter will not be considered.

Responsibilities

The Development Operations & Events Specialist will work with The Nature Conservancy (TNC) Colorado’s Development Team to advance major and principal gift and fundraising efforts. This role will engage in a variety of fundraising activities and events to further campaigns and fundraising goals. The Specialist will work towards meeting the strategic priorities of the team by implementing tactics for approved plans and completing and organizing varied tasks and activities. They will manage event coordinating and administrative responsibilities for the Development Team. This role will correspond with and engage with donors, work with the team to manage the donor database system, and will work closely with other teams, volunteers, and staff.

The Specialist will manage, track, and report on key data related to the team scope and priorities and provide guidance to chapter staff on use and/or processing of data. This role will be asked to travel to certain donor events and activities across the state, and may occasionally work flexible hours to accommodate donor schedules and events. The Development Operations & Events Specialist may also occasionally work in disagreeable elements or environments that require minor physical exertion and/or strain while preparing for or hosting donor events, field trips or site visits.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

4 years’ experience and an Associate’s degree or equivalent combination.
Experience building relationships with staff, donors or similar. Experience generating reports and interpreting data.
Experience managing multiple projects while meeting deadlines. Experience working across teams and programs on projects.
Experience communicating via written, spoken, and graphical means in English

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Experience analyzing information for the purpose of coordinating and planning activities and events and solving problems.
Experience implementing processes and strategic program goals. Experience coordinating projects and work with regard to strict deadlines.
Experience with database administration and spreadsheet software, including managing and tracking data.
Knowledge of current trends in Development. Strong organization skills, accuracy, and attention to detail

Salary Range and Employee Benefits

$58,000 - 68,000

How to Apply for this Job

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About the Organization

The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive.

Founded at its grassroots in the United States in 1951, The Nature Conservancy has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than a million members and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and more than 400 scientists, we impact conservation in 79 countries and territories across six continents.

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