Donor Engagement Associate

The deadline for applications is Sunday 23^rd March 2025.

Location:                          Remote, US-based preferred
Reporting to:                  Director of Development & Impact
Annual salary:                $72K - $90K USD, based on a US location. Geographic   differential will be applied based on location. Candidates must have the right to work in the country from which they are applying.
Employee type:              Regular
Working hours:              Full-time
Candidate level:             Junior

Background
The Global Methane Hub (GMH) is the first coordinated philanthropic approach to methane mitigation funding. We support ambitious catalytic investments, lay the groundwork for the long-term transformation of challenging sectors, and deliver quick wins in sectors that are ripe for action on the ground. The Hub focuses on the energy, agricultural, and waste sectors which account for 96% of human-caused methane emissions.

Our actions are global in nature, but we believe quick wins will only be had if we engage sub-nationals and local communities. Our grantmaking focuses on the highest emitting sectors and regions with a team spread out over six continents and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.

Purpose of role
The Donor Engagement Associate will be an integral member of the Development & Impact team, reporting to the Director of Development & Impact and partnering with all GMH colleagues to support GMH’s fundraising efforts. Dedicated to cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, this role is primarily focused on donor communications, including the development of mass periodic virtual reports, factsheets, presentation decks, newsletters and bespoke communications, and on supporting donor events.

The ideal candidate will be a strong storyteller with a donor communications background (with a focus on science-based initiatives), proven experience in philanthropy, experience working with foundations, and a passion for engaging donors to further the Hub’s mission. The ideal candidate will also be a strong project manager with experience managing external vendor relationships and partnering with colleagues across disciplines and functions.

Job responsibilities
The job holder will have the following key responsibilities:

Donor communications and stewardship

In partnership with vendors and internal partners, develop, write, and edit high-quality communications (including mass reports, fact sheets, presentation decks, newsletters, and bespoke donor-facing materials) that inspire engagement and clearly articulate the impact of donor contributions.
Tailor communications to meet the needs of different donor segments and personalize messages based on donor history and interests.
Regularly communicate with donors and prospects to meaningfully manage relationships.
Develop the annual stewardship calendar of activities and develop new and interesting experiential stewardship opportunities that resonate with donors and strengthen their relationship with GMH.
Implement proactive stewardship strategies to cultivate deeper relationships with existing donors through personalized outreach, recognition, and engagement initiatives.
Coordinate regular touchpoints (e.g., personalized thank-you letters, impact stories, and recognition events) to demonstrate donor impact.
Track donor interactions and ensure timely follow-up to maintain and enhance donor relationships working closely with the Development Operations Manager.
Collaborate with the Director of Development & Impact on solicitation efforts, ensuring that donor messaging aligns with fundraising strategies.

Donor events coordination

Collaborate with the Programs Operations Associate and other colleagues to support the planning, promotion, and execution of donor events.
Help manage communications surrounding donor events, ensuring a positive and engaging experience for attendees.
Support execution of donor events including logistical preparations, partnering with vendors, preparing and tracking invites, and producing briefing documents on prospects and donors in preparation for events.
Evaluate donor communications activities and events.
Coordinate donor recognition activities during events, ensuring that contributions are celebrated in line with organizational standards.
Assist in gathering feedback and analyzing event outcomes to inform future donor engagement strategies.

Project management functions

Oversee the project management of key development communications, ensuring that all reports, newsletters, and communications materials are completed accurately and on schedule.
Develop project timelines, track progress, and manage deadlines for multiple communications projects simultaneously.
Facilitate internal meetings, provide regular status updates, and address any project-related issues promptly to maintain momentum.
Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., FinAdmin, Programs, and Communications) to gather input and integrate feedback into communications materials.
Conduct thorough reviews of all donor communications deliverables for accuracy, consistency, and alignment with the Hub’s mission and branding.
Monitor and report on the performance of communications projects, using feedback and metrics to continually improve processes and outcomes in collaboration with the Impact and Learning, Senior Officer.
Other duties as assigned.

Profile
The following offers an aspirational view of our ideal candidate profile; however, we encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.

Experience, education, and personal traits

Demonstrates organizational values of equity, agility, humility, integrity, and care.
Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience in donor engagement, nonprofit communications, or a philanthropy-related role.
A storyteller with proven experience in writing, editing, and managing donor communications materials (with a focus on science-based initiatives).
Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, stewardship, and supporting fundraising initiatives.
Experience in project management or coordinating multiple communications projects is highly desirable.
Event support experience preferred.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
Fundraising experience with institutional donors, incl. foundations, corporations, and family offices.
Multilingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience are appreciated.
Collaborative and team-oriented with the ability to work in partnership with others.
Handles tasks of any size with a can-do attitude.
Are passionate about being part of the climate change solution.

Terms and conditions

This will be a full-time (40 hours/week) remote role and will require time flexibility to collaborate with staff and stakeholders in multiple time zones. The position supervisor is in the GMT-6 time zone.
Ability and willingness to travel domestically or internationally ~20%.
Please note that the successful candidate may undergo reference checks prior to starting employment

Hiring statement
The Global Methane Hub is a project of Windward Fund, a 501(c)(3) public charity that incubates new and innovative public-interest projects and grant-making programs. GMH and Windward are committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding, and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.

Non-U.S.-based employees will be offered a local employment contract through Atlas, an Employer of Record service. Benefits will include all statutory requirements for the hiring location, but at a minimum, GMH offers: 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families; 4 weeks of paid time off, up to 12 weeks of paid sick leave, 16 weeks of parental leave, holidays according to the local calendar, and an additional week of paid time off for end of year office closure. Employees receive wellness, technology, and home composting benefits in addition to professional development and training opportunities.

U.S.-based employees are employed by our fiscal sponsor, the Windward Fund. Windward offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees (and their families). Employees can enroll in a 401k retirement plan and are eligible for a 3% automatic contribution and up to a 3% employer match on 401k contributions. Employees are also eligible for pre-tax transportation benefits. Employees will receive 160 hours of vacation time, 80 hours of health leave, up to 2 days of casual leave, and 20 hours of volunteer leave annually. Employees will also receive 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are eligible for 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave after 90 days of employment.

E-Verify
Windward participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with employees’ Form I-9 information to confirm authorization to work in the United States. Job candidates and employees authorized to work may not be discriminated against on the basis of national origin or citizenship status.

Please contact McAra Kirby-Fahey at mcara@darylupsall.com for any queries you may have.

The deadline for application is Sunday 23rd March 2025

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