Vice President, Fund Development (remote role)

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a global, nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C., working to improve environmental sustainability, human health, and resilience in the built environment through its programs and rating systems including LEED.

Today, people in over 150 countries and territories live, work, and learn in LEED certified buildings, communities, and cities that protect health, climate, and natural resources, and enhance quality of life.

The Vice President, Fund Development plays a critical role in advancing the mission of the U.S. Green Building Council by leading and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies.

Reporting directly to the Chief Growth Officer (CGO), this position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of fundraising activities, funder relations, and revenue generation efforts.

This role can be performed on a hybrid basis in the Washington, DC, area or remote within the United States.

Specific Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with the CGO and executive team to develop and execute fundraising strategies aligned with the organization’s strategic plan.
• Develop and maintain relationships with major donors, foundations, corporations, and other funding sources in the U.S. and internationally.
• Implement stewardship initiatives to ensure funder retention and engagement.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to diversify revenue streams, including major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, events, and online fundraising campaigns.
• Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of fundraising campaigns, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and fundraising goals.
• Develop and manage the fundraising budget, monitoring expenses and revenue projections to achieve financial targets.
• Utilize data analytics and fundraising metrics to evaluate performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize fundraising efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate fundraising initiatives with marketing, communications, and programmatic activities.

Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to promote awareness of USGBC and its impact.

• Oversee deliverable tracking and fulfillment of funder reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant fundraising regulations, ethical standards, and best practices in philanthropy.

Required Experience & Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years’ experience in a nonprofit organization, with a proven track record in development, including managing diverse funder relationships and successfully expanding funder bases in the U.

S. and internationally.

• The ability to work independently with minimal oversight as well as collaboratively within a team, effectively engaging with individuals across various levels of the organization and externally.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, capable of engaging a broad range of funders and fostering long-term relationships with both clarity and persuasion, underpinned by strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proven track record of successful fundraising strategy development and implementation, including achievement of fundraising goals.
• Strong interpersonal skills including empathy and respect for others, engaging in active listening, and building effective working relationships.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to responsibly manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously and delivering expected outcomes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to think systematically and plan, excellent with meeting deadlines.

Details :

• This position may be based out of the headquarters location in Washington, DC or remote.
• Full time, permanent, salaried, benefits-eligible, exempt status.
• USGBC is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply :

Submit your resume through USGBC's career website https : / / workforcenow.adp.com / mascsr / default / mdf / recruitment / recruitment.

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Benefits :

Employees work for an established mission-based and member-driven nonprofit organization with a compelling vision, nonprofit competitive compensation that includes 401k matching, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive health insurance, employer sponsored Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA), generous paid leave, in addition to a renewal leave of six weeks for employees celebrating monumental employment anniversary.

The headquarters office is a LEED Platinum commercial interior space in a LEED certified building in the LEED Platinum certified central business district in the first LEED Platinum certified city, Washington, DC.

The office serves as an example for green design and construction products and practices. It is close to public transportation and incorporates many healthy and environmentally friendly features, including an on-site gym, rooftop lounge and healthy snacks for staff.

Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.

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Remote working / work at home options are available for this role.