Job Description

About CTLCV

The Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) believes that our Earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure that those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians accountable, and influence elections.

For more than 25 years, CTLCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our state’s environment. We are a statewide nonprofit connected to a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates and grassroots organizing programs across the country. CTLCV is committed to an equitable transition to a clean energy economy and to developing diverse partnerships to fight climate change and reach our environmental justice goals.

As a legislative watchdog, CTLCV works with environmental groups across CT to identify and highlight important environmental bills. We keep lawmakers informed about the latest issues, track key legislation, hold lawmakers accountable in our annual Scorecard, and elect candidates willing to fight for clean air, clean water, and climate action.

Description

The Development Coordinator will be responsible for crafting and executing a fundraising plan, including identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts as well as building enduring relationships with donors, securing business sponsorships, and organizing annual fundraising events including house parties, award ceremonies, and our annual Environmental Summit. The Development Coordinator will also be responsible for researching and writing grant proposals, identifying new revenue streams, and providing support to our Board members in their fundraising efforts.

The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for the environment and our mission, 5+ years experience in political or nonprofit fundraising, and a proven track record of building enduring relationships within their community.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and track fundraising programs using the EveryAction platform and develop strategies to test and improve fundraising performance.
• Maintain detailed donor and fundraising records.

Cultivate major donors:

• Establish annual major donor goals in collaboration with the Deputy Director.
• Manage call time for personal visit setup and direct solicitation over the phone.
• Build strong and enduring relationships with Board members, current major donors, foundation program officers and prospects through intentional cultivation and stewardship.
• Identify, research and qualify new major donor prospects.
• Independently oversee a portfolio of major donors.
• Upgrade membership level donors to major donors through personal visits and phone calls.
• Initiate contact with and set up meetings for new and current major donors with Board members and staff.

Manage foundation fundraising:

• Work with CTLCVEF’s staff and Board to identify foundation prospects.
• Prepare grant proposals and reports.
• Manage the grant calendar and ensure timely submission of proposals and reports.

Oversee digital fundraising and membership:

• Develop and oversee implementation of annual membership plan in conjunction with Deputy Director, which will include:
• Maintaining and implementing a system for renewing current members, including mailings, phoning, thank you letters and database record keeping.
• Maintaining and implementing a system for prospecting for potential new members.
• Maintain and implement online fundraising, monthly giving and membership growth.

Oversee fundraising events:

• Coordinate aspects of annual fundraising events.
• Prepare sponsorship menus and solicit business sponsorships.
• Get creative in growing the event concept, attendance and revenue year-over-year.

Assist with organizational marketing

• Coordinate production and distribution of donor updates and reports.
• Coordinate production of marketing materials with the Communication Manager as needed (i.e. brochures, invitations, etc.).
• Play an integral role on the team in the statewide marketing of the organization, laying the foundation for greater outreach to potential donors and members.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Passion for environmental and/or democracy reform initiatives.
• Attention to detail and strong organization skills.
• Experience prioritizing and effectively managing tasks in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Demonstrable success in nonprofit or political fundraising, including major donor development, digital and direct mail fundraising appeals.
• Experience identifying potential grant funders, writing grant proposals, and grant reports preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with EveryAction, Wealth Engine, or other content management and fundraising platforms preferred.
• Event planning and execution.
• A working knowledge of Connecticut’s political landscape and/or experience working on a political campaign.
• Proficiency in using social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
• Ability to analyze and summarize information to express thoughts concisely.
• Strong decision-making ability in accordance with CTLCV’s values and expectations when provided direction and criteria to do so.
• Experience utilizing AI tools in an effective and ethical manner.

CTLCV is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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