Working Dogs for Conservation (WD4C) is a global leader in rescuing, training, and deploying specially trained search, tracking, and discrimination dogs to make conservation happen all around the world.

WD4C is seeking an exceptional person to become its first Director of Development. The Director of Development will work closely with the Executive Director to:
● Identify, prioritize, and pursue foundation and government grant funding.
● Cultivate and Manage Major Gifts and Planned Giving.
● Supervise WD4C’s Outreach and Development Coordinator in soliciting and securing small and online gifts.
● Oversee community outreach, communications, and events for the organization.
● Coordinate with WD4C’s Executive Director and its Director of Operations to plan, project, and manage WD4C’s annual budgets (Currently around $2.3M).
● Be part of a committed, enjoyable, skilled, vibrant, inclusive, and closely-knit team.

Compensation$: 70-105K

Link for more information and to apply: [email protected]

Please send a cover letter and CV to: [email protected] with “Director of Development” in the subject line. Applicants should feel free to omit pay history, names of schools, and to use their initials rather than full names. Any other information that could indicate protected or underrepresented class may be omitted without penalty. Please DO NOT request informational interviews or reach out through other channels. Review of applications will begin June 1st and the position will remain open until filled.