Development Program Associate

What We Can Achieve Together :

The Development Program Associate is an essential part of the Arkansas fundraising team, reporting to the Director of Development. This details-focused positionhandles the behind-the-scenes operations of the Arkansas fundraising program, which include supporting frontline fundraisers toward successful donor relationships, processing gifts, maintaining records, and ensuring adherence to TNC policies and external charitable gift requirements.

The Development Program Associate works toward meeting the strategic priorities of the team by implementing tactics for approved plans and completing varied tasks and activities. They have substantial contact with TNC staff and assist donors with gift-making. They manage, track, and report on fundraising data and perform independent data analysis to inform team activities. They maintain advanced skills with TNC systems and resources to execute tasks and provide guidance to others.

The Development Program Associate implements practices to improve the team's effectiveness based on their in-depth understanding of related policies and procedures. They effectively communicate to help staff make decisions, solve problems, and improve workflow. They may be asked to take on additional duties to enhance the work of the team, including opportunities to interact with donors.

Work requires occasional travel for trainings, retreats, and events. The work environment may involve infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and / or strain.

We're Looking for You :

If you're looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, apply to be a part of the exciting work happening in Arkansas! This role offers an opportunity to support impactful, partnership-driven conservation across the state and around the world.

We are looking for an organized, motivated team member with a keen eye for accuracy who can perform detailed work as well as think strategically to help our fundraising team succeed. You'll become an expert user of our Blackbaud donor database, you'll be our hub of knowledge on TNC resources, policies, and practices, and your skills will be key in keeping our donors and auditors happy and our team on track.

Apply today and find a career where you can be a force for nature!

What You'll Bring :

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years' experience, transferable skills, or equivalent combination.
• Strong organization skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Experience with spreadsheet software, including managing and tracking data.
• Experience generating reports and interpreting data.
• Experience in business writing, editing, or proofreading.
• Experience building relationships with staff, customers, or similar.

Desired Qualifications :

Salary Information :

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $52,080 - $62,080 . This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

Who We Are :

The Nature Conservancy's mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We're rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there's many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant's unique experience. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and stay for the people."

What We Bring :

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.