Development and Strategic Content (Associate up to Manager Opportunity)

Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Chief Development Officer

New Jersey League of Conservation Voters (New Jersey LCV) is a bi‐partisan, non‐profit organization that protects our precious natural resources by raising awareness of key environmental challenges; increasing the efficacy of the environmental community; helping elect environmentally responsible candidates to state and local offices, advocating for strong environmental policies, and ensuring accountability to safeguard the health of our communities, the beauty of our state, and the strength of our economy.

We are committed to and incorporate into all our work, the goal of helping establish a just, inclusive, and

equitable environmental future for New Jersey. We work with, learn from, and support overburdened and low-income communities to educate the public, co‐create social change, and advocate for environmentally just policies.

Currently we are looking for a Development and Strategic Content (Associate up to Manager) to work in our collaborative environment, supporting a robust and growing grassroots fundraising program. This role will focus on supporting the Chief Development Officer and Development team with our fundraising strategies, as well as with a split focus on grant writing and  digital fundraising that supports our family of organizations and political action committees. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, energetic organization that juggles a lot of demands while working cross-organizationally with a strong, supportive team. They must be able to work independently, as well as with a dynamic Executive Director and committed Board of Directors to maximize outcomes. This position offers the opportunity for a person passionate about the environment to work with a leading conservation organization that is making a significant, positive difference in our State.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Grant Management

• Support and manage grant fundraising efforts for New Jersey LCV/New Jersey LCV Education Fund, including new grants and renewals of existing funding:
• o  Write compelling one-year and multi-year grant proposals, telling meaningful “stories”, including research data that supports the request, while aligning funder’s criteria with New Jersey LCV/EF needs and programmatic strengths.
• o  Expand the funder portfolio for grant requests by researching and identifying new institutional funders whose priorities align with New Jersey LCV/EF missions, programs and goals.
• o  Demonstrate a high degree of skill in communication and positive interaction as a liaison between foundations and New Jersey LCV staff. 

• Work with the Operations team to oversee and support grant management processes, ensuring all paperwork and payment tracking is managed in an effective and timely manner.
• Work proactively across teams to coordinate all programmatic and fiscal reporting requirements and deadlines as stipulated in grant documents.
• Oversee the comprehensive management of EveryAction, the organization’s grant tracking system, to ensure accurate and timely monitoring and reporting of funding by source.

Strategic Development & Digital Content

• Write, edit, and coordinate fundraising-specific content across channels with creation of impactful storytelling that brings creativity and a donor-centered lens to all written communication.
• Collaborate with the Development and Communications teams to grow a creative digital outreach program by planning, executing, and evaluating performance of new digital fundraising campaigns, ensuring content aligns with organizational goals, brand, and strategy.
• Oversee the coordination and publication of the organization’s Annual Report, including drafting and ensuring accurate content, managing timelines, and collaborating with teams and designers.
• Support the Chief Development Officer’s major giving and high-capacity donor efforts ($10,000–$25,000+), including donor research, prospecting, and creating supporting materials.
• Provide general support across the department, as needed and assigned; including department  and organization-wide fundraising strategic planning, content calendars, and campaign execution.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2-3 years previous nonprofit fundraising, grant writing or related experience, with a proven track record of working successfully with individuals, corporations and foundations; digital outreach experience a plus
• Commitment to our vision, mission and values, including increasing and integrating racial diversity, justice and equity into our work and organizational culture.
• Strong written, oral and digital communication skills, with a customer service focus.
• Skilled in persuasive and effective writing, with the ability to write a convincing case for support.
• Close attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and ranges of people, including volunteers and donors.
• A self-starter, comfortable in a team environment with colleagues in office and remote locations.
• Ability to travel for staff meetings, events, conferences and donor meetings.
• Experience with Microsoft office and donor management software preferred.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: This is a full-time position with a hybrid work structure based in Hamilton, NJ and remotely. Travel throughout the State is necessary so a valid driver’s license and continuous, real-time access to a car are required. The ability to maintain a flexible schedule common to fundraising is required.

SALARY: $40,000 - $55,000 depending upon experience and level of position for which candidate qualifies. Ranges are based on an external and organizational wage analysis, noting that new staff rarely start at the top of a range; and a very comprehensive benefits package.

To apply: Please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to jobs@njlcv.org with “Development and Strategic Content” in the subject line. No calls please.

New Jersey LCV is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, genetics, disability, age, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, pregnancy, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait status, or veteran status.