Director of Development

• Lead ESP's fundraising strategy and implementation, significantly expanding donor base and revenue streams to support long-term growth and sustainability.
• Develop and execute comprehensive annual and multi-year fundraising strategies, focusing on foundations, HNW individuals, in-kind donations, and government grants.
• Oversee prospect identification, pipeline development, donor engagement, and stewardship to build long-term philanthropic partnerships.
• Manage a small development team and collaborate with leadership to align fundraising with organizational financial needs.

This role directly enables Earth Species Project to scale its research using AI to decode animal communication, fostering a deeper human connection with nature and contributing to global conservation efforts.

• 7+ years of development experience raising $10M+ annually in a nonprofit, university, or research-oriented organization.
• Proven track record developing and implementing effective fundraising strategies for rapidly scaling organizations.
• Deep experience leading high-value individual giving campaigns and diversified fundraising portfolios.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, comfortable engaging senior donors and board members; excellent written and verbal communication.

Salary range: USD 160,000 to 200,000 depending on geography and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% premium covered), 401k with match (US-based), $2,000 home office stipend, unlimited PTO (recommended minimum 3 weeks/year), flexible hours, and regular team retreats worldwide.

Earth Species Project (ESP) is a non-profit dedicated to using AI to decode animal communication, aiming to alter human perspective on our relationship with nature and contribute to global change.