Director of Development – Great Plains Conservation

Director
Gaborone
February 3, 2026
Contract Full Time

Job Description

ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN CONSERVATION?
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
(MAJOR GIFTS FOCUS)

Location: Fully Remote (U.S.-based preferred)
Reports to: Great Plains Foundation Co-Founders and Foundation Director
Organization: The Great Plains Conservation Foundation

The Director of Development will serve as GPF’s lead frontline fundraiser and a key advisor on development strategy. This individual will manage a portfolio of high-value donors and prospects, secure significant contributions, and help grow a sustainable, diversified philanthropic program. They will also play a collaborative leadership role, working closely with the Director, Founders, and Board Members on organization-wide fundraising initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Major & Principal Gifts – Lead efforts to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts of $10,000+ from individual donors.
  • Fundraising Strategy & Organizational Leadership
  • Partnership Development & Donor Relations
  • Collaboration, Events & Special Initiatives

Requirements

  • We welcome candidates who bring strong experience and the readiness to step into a leadership role.
  • 5+ years in fundraising, with direct experience in major gifts (five- and six-figure solicitations).
  • Demonstrated success in building donor pipelines and managing long-term relationships.
  • Experience in small or lean organizations is highly valued; comfort operating independently with limited administrative infrastructure.
  • Strength in designing and executing cultivation and solicitation strategies.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Professionalism, discretion, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Self-motivated and comfortable in a fully remote work environment.
  • Willingness to work across time zones, including coordination with colleagues in Africa.
  • Knowledge of and passion for African conservation preferred; conservation fundraising experience is a plus.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following:
– Detailed CV;
– Cover letter;
– References. 

Submit your application to [email protected]

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