Donor & Investor Engagement Manager

VertueLab is seeking a dynamic and experienced Donor and Investor Engagement Manager to cultivate, engage, solicit and steward our donor and investor partners. The ideal candidate will have a passion for climate solutions, strong relationship-building skills, and a proven track record in fundraising or investor relations. This role is pivotal in advancing our mission by ensuring our partners are informed, engaged, and invested in our work. Applications will be closed on July 29th, 2024.

Key Responsibilities: 

Donor Cultivation, Engagement and Solicitation

• Identify, cultivate, and solicit new donors and investors committed to supporting climate innovation and entrepreneurship 
• Develop and implement personalized engagement plans for high-potential prospects.
• Organize and participate in events, meetings, and activities to cultivate, solicit, engage and recognize donors.
• In partnership with the Brand and Marketing Manager, create and execute a robust calendar of donor and investor communications to cultivate, steward and renew donor support
• Attend and represent VertueLab at events and conferences and meet in-person with individual donors and investors as needed. 
• Support the President and Executive Director in conducting the Annual Board Campaign

Stewardship: 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing donors and investors, ensuring they feel valued and informed.
• Provide regular updates and reports on the impact of donor and investors contributions.
• Develop and execute stewardship strategies, including thank-you letters, recognition opportunities, and donor appreciation events.

Fundraising Strategy: 

• Collaborate with the leadership team to develop and execute fundraising strategies and campaigns.
• Set and achieve fundraising goals and objectives.
• Monitor and report on progress towards fundraising targets.
• Serve as the staff liaison to the board fundraising committee, setting agenda’s, scheduling meetings and facilitating board participation

Communication and Reporting: 

•    Prepare compelling proposals, impact reports, and other communication materials.
•    Ensure consistent and effective communication with donors and investors.
•    Maintain accurate records of donor interactions. correspondence and contributions in the CRM system.

Team Collaboration: 

• Work closely with the marketing and program teams to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals and initiatives.
•  Support cross-functional collaboration to enhance donor and investor engagement.

Ideal Candidate Profile

With a combination of professional and/or lived experiences, the successful candidate for the Donor and Investor Engagement Manager role will have:

• Alignment with VertueLab’s mission
• Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Justice as evidenced in past professional and/or personal experiences
• Proven success in leading and developing major donor and/or investor  fundraising initiatives with quantifiable results that meet or exceed goals and objectives.
• 5+ years fundraising experience; proven track record in major gifts fundraising 
• Demonstrated success advancing relationships (both internal and external) and growing revenue and support from individual philanthropists and/or investors.
• Outstanding communication skills; ability to inspire funding partners through verbal and written communication; skilled at communicating complex ideas tailoring information to different audiences.
• Ability to identify new opportunities and strategies.
• Data management and CRM software experience (Salesforce preferred)
• Tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty
• Adaptability required to thrive in a small team and in a dynamic environment
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Ability to initiate and work independently on projects.
• Demonstrated proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to commit to a full-time schedule that is conducive to working with a team that works regular business hours in the Pacific time zone. 

Travel:

Regional and on occasion, national travel to donor meetings and events is required and represents roughly 30% of the job.

 Compensation and Benefits: 

• $80,000-$90,000 DOE
• Flexible paid time off
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Up to 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave
• 4 weeks of sabbatical leave for every 5 years of service
• 100% employer-paid premiums for medical insurance
• Mostly remote work of a flexible nature
• Regular opportunities to meet, collaborate and connect with other team members in-person
• An organizational culture that’s defined by innovation, trust and respect

To Apply:

Your online application to the Donor and Investor Engagement Manager includes a few basic, voluntary demographic questions included as part of our commitment to ensuring that we have a  diverse pool of applicants for this position and fields for uploading supporting materials, including a cover letter and resume. 

We ask that in your cover letter you address the following: 

• How your experience and skills make you a great candidate for this position and would set you  up for success in this role. 
• What most excites you about this opportunity, in terms of the job scope, our organization’s  mission, or anything else. 
• What you’d contribute to our team’s culture and diversity of lived experiences and perspectives. In your resume, please identify two references. We will notify you prior to our contacting any reference.

We welcome diverse backgrounds and experience, so even if you believe you don't check every box, we still want to hear from you!

We encourage applicants from all racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, and functional limitations to apply, especially those from historically marginalized communities.

Questions? Please feel free to contact VertueLab’s Operations Assistant, Jacqueline Benitez-Harvey at Jacqueline.bharvey@vertuelab.org

Join us in making a difference in the fight against climate change by empowering innovators and entrepreneurs in the Pacific Northwest!

Applications close July 29th.

About VertueLab: 

VertueLab is a nonprofit organization committed to addressing the climate crisis by supporting innovators and entrepreneurs in the Pacific Northwest who are developing and advancing climate solutions. We connect promising climate technology startups with the resources, funding, and support they need to scale and succeed. Our mission is to accelerate the adoption of sustainable technologies to create a positive environmental impact.