Development Fundraising Associate bei Ducks Unlimited, Inc.

Development Fundraising Associate

Region 8 – Oklahoma/New Mexico

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the continent’s leader in wetlands and waterfowl conservation, seeks a Development Fundraising Associate in Oklahoma and New Mexico with the following primary fundraising responsibilities:

• Identify, cultivate, and solicit entry-level major gifts from individuals to support the conservation mission of Ducks Unlimited (DU).   
• Partner with development and event fundraising staff to raise awareness of DU’s major gift program and increase major gift revenue in the state.
• Work with DU leadership to motivate and guide volunteers with major gift fundraising responsibility. 
• Serve as the primary staff liaison for Oklahoma and New Mexico State Campaign Committees.  
• Participate in major gift events and field experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of fundraising or related experience with an emphasis on non-profit engagement and a strong outdoors/conservation ethic.  Additional qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship, and team-building skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to provide leadership and guidance to DU volunteers
• Goal-oriented and performance-driven 
• Computer literacy with a proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and database management programs

Successful candidates will be self-starters who can work independently as well as part of a team and are driven to succeed. Familiarity with the DU event system, experience with fundraising events, established relationships in local communities, and an interest in outdoor conservation activities are also desired.  Selected candidates should have the desire and ability to travel in Oklahoma and New Mexico.  Candidates will be expected to reside in a mutually agreed-upon location within the assigned work area, with preference given to the Oklahoma City, OK area.  

To apply internally as an employee, log into https://workforcenow.adp.com with your employee credentials, click MYSELF, TALENT, CAREER CENTER, and follow the prompts to APPLY: [1] complete application materials and [2] attach your (a) cover letter, (b) resume, and (c) three professional references.

Resume review will begin as applications are received and continue until the position is filled.

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions),  sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression,  age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.