The Yosemite Fund.
CA – California, Los Angeles
About the Yosemite Conservancy: Providing for Yosemite National Park is our passion. We could not accomplish our mission without the generosity and dedication of our supporters. With them by our…
Salary: non-disclosed. Date posted: 02/20/2012
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PETA Foundation/New York, NY
Position Objective:
To develop and implement successful fundraising strategies for soliciting individual PETA donors
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Identify and research appropriate "cases for giving" for targeted PETA donors
• Cultivate relationships with targeted and prospective PETA donors
• Develop and propose strategies for PETA donor groups based on giving levels
• Solicit major financial donations to PETA from targeted donors
• Document pertinent information for the purpose of enhancing and developing PETA donor profiles for PETA's major gifts database
• Stay up-to-date on current fundraising techniques and methods used in the nonprofit sector and attend professional-training seminars
• Perform any other duties requested by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Three years of experience with nonprofit major gifts fundraising
• Exceptional persuasive and explanatory written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to maintain professional working relationships with members and supporters
• Proven excellent project management, strategic thinking, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and maintain strict confidentiality at all times
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to represent PETA's philosophy and professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
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by John Farrell.
This post originally appeared on Energy Self-Reliant States, a resource of the Institute for Local Self-Reliance’s New Rules Project.
What if the U.S. could get 20 percent of its power from solar, near transmission lines, and without covering virgin desert?
It
could. Transmission right-of-way corridors, vast swaths of
vegetation-free landscape to protect high-voltage power lines, could
provide enough space for over 600,000 megawatts of solar photovoltaics (PV). These
arrays could provide enough electricity to meet 20 percent of the country’s
electric needs. (Note: There may not be good interconnection
opportunities for solar under these huge towers, so this should be read
as a land-use discussion rather than technical analysis of
interconnection to the grid.)
It starts with the federal Government Accountability Office, which estimates there are 155,000 miles of high-voltage transmission lines in the United States (defined as lines 230 kilovolts and higher). According to at least two major utilities (Duke Energy and the Tennessee Valley Authority),
such power lines require a minimum of 150 feet of right-of-way, land
generally cleared of all significant vegetation that might come in
contact with the power lines.
That’s 4,400 square miles of already developed (or denuded) land for solar power, right under existing grid infrastructure.
Of course, the power lines themselves cause some shading, as may nearby trees (although the New York Public Service Commission, and likely other public service commissions, has height limits on nearby trees that would minimize shading on the actual right-of-way). To be conservative, we’ll assume that
half of transmission line right-of-way is unsuitable for solar.
That
leaves 2,200 square miles of available land for solar. With
approximately 275 megawatts (MW) able to be installed per square mile,
over 600,000 MW of solar could occupy the available right-of-way,
providing enough electricity (over 720 billion kilowatt-hours) to supply
20 percent of U.S. power demands (Note: We used the average annual
solar insolation in Cincinnati as a proxy for the U.S. as a whole).
Making
big strides toward a renewable energy future doesn’t require massive,
remote solar projects, but can use existing infrastructure or land to
generate significant portions of our electricity demand. Transmission
right-of-way, providing 20 percent of U.S. electricity from solar, is just one
piece of the puzzle, with another 20 percent possible using existing rooftops and a solar potential of nearly 100 percent from solar on highway right-of-way. Solar can help achieve a 100 percent clean—and local—energy future.
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by Jake Schmidt.
A new study [PDF] released by GLOBE international—a coalition of legislators from around the world—found that “climate change is featuring prominently on the legislative agenda across the 16 major economies.” The study, conducted by the Grantham Institute for Climate Change at the London School of Economics, documents the kinds of actions that countries are taking at home to reduce their emissions. While it doesn’t tell us the impact of those measures, it does show a growing commitment of countries to change their laws, policies, and regulations to address their carbon pollution. This is a focus that recently emerged at the global warming negotiations when developed and developing countries presented details on the actions they are taking to meet their commitments to reduce emissions. These are the kinds of actions that are essential to addressing global warming as we ultimately need countries acting, not just saying they’ll act.
While not intended to be a full list of all the measures that a country is taking—they don’t include state/provincial measures—the report does provide a good glimpse into the actions in these 16 countries (the report provides good details for each country). The countries documented are the biggest emitting countries and collectively account for over 70 percent of the world’s emissions, so the actions that they take at home are crucial to solving this challenge. Here is a quick summary of the types of actions that these countries are taking and the coverage of those actions:
As the report [PDF] notes:
This activity suggests that the difficult talks in Copenhagen, and the subsequent slow progress in the formal negotiations, has not diminished countries’ appetite for developing climate change legislation, perhaps recognizing that many of the actions required to reduce emissions and to adapt to a changing climate, are directly in the national interest.
This is a very positive development, as countries are now motivated by self-interest to act. The global negotiations put a spotlight on this action and reinforce the need for countries to come prepared with commitments and actions. In the lead-in to Copenhagen, countries knew that the spotlight would be on them, so they needed to come prepared with real commitments to address their carbon pollution.
In the lead-in to the next annual high-level global warming negotiations in Durban, South Africa, let’s hope that countries don’t lose sight of what ultimately matters: what actions countries are taking at home and what kind of impacts are those actions having in reducing carbon pollution.
They’ll have another chance in Durban this December, and then in June 2012 when world leaders meet at the Rio+20 Earth Summit to take further steps to deploy clean energy, improve their energy efficiency, and reduce deforestation emissions. I hope they take advantage of these opportunities. The spotlight will be on them.
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Union of Concerned Scientists/Cambridge, MA ((Harvard Square))
Major Gifts Officer
Union of Concerned Scientists
Cambridge, MA Office
The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is the leading science-based nonprofit working for a healthy environment and a safer world. UCS combines independent scientific research and citizen action to develop innovative, practical solutions and to secure responsible changes in government policy, corporate practices, and consumer choices. What began as a collaboration between students and faculty members at MIT in 1969 is now an alliance of more than 350,000 citizens and scientists that includes people from all walks of life: parents and businesspeople, biologists and physicists, teachers and students.
UCS strives for a future that is free from the threats of global warming and nuclear war and a planet that supports a rich diversity of life. Our specific focus areas include global warming, renewable energy, advanced vehicle technology, nuclear power safety, nuclear weapons and related security issues, preserving the integrity of science, and sustainable agriculture.
The Position:
Under the supervision of the Director of Major Gifts, the Major Gifts Officer is responsible for advancing the major gifts program, primarily through the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors. The Major Gifts Officer is part of a leadership gifts team that shares responsibility for raising over $8 million per year in major gifts (defined as gifts $10,000 and larger).
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors. Oversees and coordinates all cultivation and solicitation activities of his/her portfolio, developing and executing individualized prospect plans. Develops strong relationships with a national constituency of donors and prospects via in-person, e-mail, mail, and phone contact, conveying UCS priorities and accomplishments in an inspiring manner, answering questions and concerns, and matching interests with opportunities for support.
Responsible for meeting and monitoring progress on revenue goals as well as goals for donor contact and solicitor activity levels. Travel up to 30% of time.
Develops persuasive proposals and reports to individual donors and family foundations, meeting all deadlines.
Coordinates with other staff on accurate gift accounting, timely gift acknowledgment; management of donor information in Raiser’s Edge database, solicitation of prospects via direct mail, and other areas of overlap.
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
Position requires development experience, including major gifts/leadership gifts cultivation, solicitation and/or stewardship experience, as well as knowledge of data processing and data management systems. Ability to manage complex projects and multiple tasks with thorough attention to detail and follow through; plan, organize and communicate effectively; work across department functions; and superior oral and written communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Familiarity with and interest in UCS issues strongly preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Position requires Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and three to five years in development. Demonstrated success in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of gifts from individuals. Demonstrated success managing and prioritizing tasks associated with major gifts work including project management, writing successful and compelling proposals, experience using donor tracking systems, and stewardship activities. Must demonstrate superior interpersonal skills and ability to manage relationships and multiple tasks with ease and initiative and be energetic, intellectually curious and a good listener. Strong computer skills, including facility with Microsoft Office suite and constituent databases necessary (experience with Raiser’s Edge a plus). Ability to travel up to 30%.
To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “Major Gifts Officer†in the subject line. Email materials by Word Documents only. No calls. Deadline: April 30 or until filled
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EarthJustice.
CA – California, Oakland
Earthjustice currently has an opening for a Director of Major & Leadership Gifts. Working from our headquarters in Oakland, California, the Director of Major & Leadership Gifts is responsible for…
Salary: non-disclosed. Date posted: 04/04/2011
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World Wildlife Fund/Washington, DC
World Wildlife Fund, the global conservation organization, seeks a Program Officer for its Fisheries Program to plan, manage, implement, monitor and report on program activities related to our Major Buyer Initiative. Primary responsibilities include programmatic work relevant to MSC certification, fishery improvement projects resulting is fisheries performing at the MSC standard, and work with the seafood industry to provide incentives for sustainable fisheries management. The Program Officer will work with the WWF US Markets Program staff, WWF-US marine programs focused on the Galapagos and Eastern Pacific, Coastal East Africa, the Coral Triangle and the Arctic and Bering Sea and other parts of the global WWF Network. S/he will respond to requests for oral and written information; work directly with project personnel, grantees, donors, consultants, and others to facilitate coordination, communication, and regular reporting; and will be involved with outreach to donors from corporate, non-profit, and governmental sectors.
A Bachelor’s degree is required and three years relevant experience (program mgmt, fisheries mgmt, biodiversity, natural resources mgmt). A graduate degree in natural resources management, environmental science, international development, conservation policy or a related field is strongly preferred. Must have strong organizational, project management, and analytical skills, ability to work independently, build solid relationships with internal and external partners, and exercise assertiveness. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, flexibility, a solution-oriented approach and an ability to work in a timely manner with multiple and competing priorities are critical. Diplomacy and cultural sensitivity are essential.
AA/EOE Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. To submit cover letter and resume please visit http://www.worldwildlife.org/careers, job # 11077
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Mayo Clinic/Rochester, MN
Description
This position will develop and implement fundraising strategies and activities to carry forward the mission and vision of Mayo Clinic. The Major Gifts Officer will qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gift prospects to align benefactor interests with the strategic objectives of the institution. The Major Gifts Officer will manage a portfolio of prospects with a primary focus on qualifying prospects and closing Major and Principal gifts. Will partner with the Assistant Chair and the Principal team to develop and implement strategies. Development professionals at Mayo Clinic are required to adhere to the ¿Donor Bill of Rights¿ and ethical standards set forth for the department and the institution.
Department: Development
Basic Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree is required. Requires five years' experience in qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of benefactors with a demonstrated track record of securing gifts of $100,000+.
Other Qualifications: A Master's degree and/or fundraising certification is preferred. Incumbent must be a self-motivated, self-directed and highly organized individual who will promote a productive, collegial workplace and be a professional ambassador for Mayo Clinic. Belief in the mission and strong ethical conduct is essential. A valid driver's license and a good driving record are required, along with the ability to travel extensively on all forms of major public transportation. Requires excellent oral and written communications skills, a broad-based knowledge of fund development and the ability to work in a complex environment with multi-dimensional points of view. The incumbent must be able to work effectively in a consensus-style operation that expects and promotes teamwork. Must be comfortable with ambiguity. Must possess the ability to inspire trust and confidence, and communicate effectively with internal and external audiences. The ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality is essential. Must be proficient in the use of information technology and management of database systems.
Benefit Eligibility: Yes
Posting Begin Date: 04/29/2010
Posting End Date: Until Filled
Employment Type: Exempt
Hours/2-Weeks: Full Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday
Shift: Days
Building: Siebens
Salary: Salaried – Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
Staffing Contact: Anna Wilcox
Job Posting: 27026
Nearest Major Market: Rochester MNJob Category: Nonprofit, Fundraising, Technology, Database
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Rainforest Alliance/New York, NY
Title: Major Gifts Coordinator
Reports to: Manager, Major Gifts
Location: New York, NY
The Rainforest Alliance (RA) is an international nonprofit organization that works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by transforming land-use practices, business practices and consumer behavior. Based in New York City, with offices throughout the United States and worldwide, the Rainforest Alliance works with people whose livelihoods depend on the land, helping them transform the way they grow food, harvest wood and host travelers.
Position Summary:
The Major Gifts Coordinator will work closely with the Manager in all areas relating to the major gifts and planned giving program, including identification, research, stewardship, cultivation, and solicitation of gifts from individual prospects ($1,000 and up). S/he will aid in coordinating strategies for retention of lapsed donors and for building the planned giving program. S/he will also support fundraising efforts of the Board of Directors and the cultivation and follow-up of new board prospects.
Responsibilities:
• Draft and edit written materials and coordinate mailings including acquisitions, solicitations, renewals, acknowledgement letters, stewardship pieces, proposals and reports;
• Schedule meetings, conduct research, outline talking points and write follow up correspondence;
• Coordinate major donor eco-trips: research venues/locations, develop attendee list, coordinate logistics and promotions, vendor interaction, provide follow up, coordinate with local program staff ;
• Coordinates Board of Directors nominating and development committees. Supports committees’ fundraising efforts and helps coordinate cultivation of new board members;
• Coordinate strategies for re-engaging lapsed major donors;
• Coordinate planned giving program, including cultivation and stewardship of existing donors and expansion of the program;
• Identify new leads for potential major donors;
• Provide support and coordination for aspects of the Rainforest Alliance’s capital campaign;
• Maintain paper and electronic files for the Major Gifts team; and
• Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree required;
• 5-7 years administrative/professional experience, including fundraising experience, preferably in a Major Gifts context;
• Written and verbal proficiency in Spanish preferred;
• Experience with planned giving a plus;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite and Internet) and comfort working with database programs;
• Knowledgeable user of Raiser's Edge donor tracking software, preferred;
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with an ability to interact with diverse audiences;
• Ability to work within a team structure as well as independently, be creative, flexible, take initiative, be attentive to detail;
• Dependability, diplomacy, good organizational skills and a sense of humor; and
• Knowledge of and commitment to environmental issues preferred;
Salary:
Commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package provided.
To apply:
Send resume, cover letter and salary history to Human Resources, Rainforest Alliance, 665 Broadway, Suite 500, New York, NY 10012; Fax: 212-677-2187. If emailing, use the following format in the subject line: first name and last name, job title of position you are applying for.
The Rainforest Alliance is an equal opportunity employer.
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The Trust for Public Land.
CA – California, Los Angeles
The Major Gift Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects, including planned gifts. Responsibilities include prospect identification, prospect tracking, cultivation and solicitation procedures, direct solicitations,…
Salary: n/a. Date posted: 08/23/2010
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