Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Onsite
What We Can Achieve Together:
The Associate Director of Philanthropy (ADoP), Corporate Relations reports to the Director of Major Gifts and is responsible for securing significant philanthropic investments from corporations and corporate foundations in support of Nature United's conservation priorities. The ADoP develops and executes multi-year cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies that align corporate interests with Nature United's mission and funding priorities.
The ADoP manages a portfolio of corporate partners, corporate foundations and prospective funders, building trusted relationships with executives, foundation leaders and key decision-makers. Through strategic engagement, proposals, presentations and events, they advance opportunities for significant annual and multi-year investments while growing a sustainable corporate fundraising pipeline.
The ADoP develops partnership strategies aligned with initiatives such as Indigenous-led conservation, large landscape conservation, nature-based climate solutions and sustainable resource management. Working closely with donor communications, program staff and finance, they develop compelling proposals, budgets, reports and briefing materials that connect conservation priorities with corporate funding opportunities.
Working across Nature United and The Nature Conservancy's global fundraising network, the ADoP identifies and advances corporate funding opportunities, collaborates on shared prospects and aligns corporate interests with high-impact conservation outcomes. They coordinate complex partnerships involving multiple stakeholders, ensure effective stewardship and reporting, and identify opportunities for renewal and growth.
The ADoP serves as a strategic partner to philanthropy, conservation and corporate engagement colleagues, helping maximize opportunities for corporate support while ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, corporate engagement policies and reputational considerations. As a member of a collaborative and high-performing team, they contribute to a culture of learning, inclusion and continuous improvement while staying informed on trends in corporate philanthropy and sustainability.
Responsibilities and Scope
We’re Looking for You:
Are you looking for work you can believe in? Nature United is a workplace where we care about each other and know that what we do matters, and that our work makes a difference. We currently have a vacancy for an Associate Director of Philanthropy. We’re looking for someone who builds strong, trust-based relationships and will contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by supporting the work of our team. Join us as we impact conservation across Canada and 80+ countries and territories around the globe!
What You’ll Bring:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
What We Bring: Nature United offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers. We’re proud to offer a work environment that is supportive of the health, well-being, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
This position is based in Toronto, ON. The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is within the range of $128,000 - $138,000 CAD for annual base salary. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate’s location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
Nature United’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”
Nature United offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that is supportive of the health, well-being, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
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