At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead corporate philanthropy initiatives and secure major conservation investments.
- Company: Join Nature United, a leader in conservation efforts.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment focused on Indigenous-led conservation and sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in conservation while building impactful corporate relationships.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with six years of relevant experience in fundraising and partnerships.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Lead corporate philanthropy in Toronto with Nature United, using relationship management and fundraising expertise to secure major conservation investments from corporate partners. As Associate Director of Philanthropy, Corporate Relations, you will manage corporate funders and foundations while advancing Nature United’s conservation priorities. Build multi-year cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies, develop proposals and budgets, and collaborate across Nature United and The Nature Conservancy’s global fundraising network. The position connects corporate interests with Indigenous-led conservation, large landscape conservation, nature-based climate solutions, and sustainable resource management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a portfolio of approximately 40–60 corporate partners and foundations
- Secure annual and multi-year philanthropic investments
- Build relationships with executives and foundation leaders
- Develop proposals, budgets, agreements, and stewardship reports
- Coordinate complex partnerships across internal and external stakeholders
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree and six years’ related experience, or equivalent
- Experience securing gifts, sponsorships, or partnerships of $100,000+
- Experience managing prospects through cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
- Experience developing fundraising or partnership strategies
- Experience working across cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Bring corporate fundraising, strategic partnership, and relationship-building expertise to advance Nature United’s conservation mission.
Associate Director Corporate Philanthropy in Toronto employer: The Nature Conservancy
Nature United is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, where employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on conservation efforts across Canada and globally. With a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to supporting employee well-being, Nature United ensures that its team members feel valued and engaged in their mission-driven work. Located in Toronto, ON, this role offers the chance to build strong relationships with corporate partners while contributing to innovative solutions for our planet's most pressing challenges.
