Lake Katherine Nature Center Position Description
Job Title: Fundraiser
Reports to: Lake Katherine Nature Center Board & Director & Chief Naturalist
Salary: $60,000 -$65,000

Organizational Overview:

The mission of the Lake Katherine Nature Center is to connect people with nature. This is done is in multiple, at times overlapping ways, including educational programs and providing opportunities for individuals and volunteer groups to learn about and participate in sustainable environmental practices.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual who will be responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program that includes major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, planned giving, and special events. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of the Nature Center and its Board of Directors to develop fundraising goals and strategies.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the organization’s annual revenue goals.

Identify and cultivate major gift prospects, as well as corporate and foundation donors. Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed. Participate in the planning and execution of special events that engage donors and raise funds for the organization. The ideal candidate will have successful grant writing experience as well.

Collaborate with the Outreach and Fundraising Committees to develop and execute effective donor communications and marketing materials.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or a related field such as public relations, public affairs, or communications.

Shows a passion for conservation, ecology, and the environment

Minimum of 3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of success in major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, and special events.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling donor communications and marketing materials. Comfortable with public speaking and presentations to donors and potential donors

Experience with fundraising software and donor databases.

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are a motivated and experienced fundraising professional with a passion for nature and making a difference in our local community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is a Nonprofit position with Lake Katherine Nature Center not a municipal City of Palos Heights position.

Please send resumes and cover letter via mail to:

Gareth Blakesley
Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens
7402 West Lake Katherine Drive
Palos Heights, Il 60463

Or Via Email Attn: Gareth Blakesley

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person