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Associate Director of Philanthropy

  • Deadline : 14 Aug 2015
WaterAid is a leading international non-profit organization focused exclusively on improving access to safe water, hygiene and sanitation. We work in 37 countries and campaign globally with our partners to realize our vision of a world where everyone has access to these basic human needs.
We're looking for an accomplished fundraising professional with a passion for major gifts to engage philanthropists in WaterAid's ambitious goal of ensuring that everyone, everywhere has access to safe water by 2030.
Reporting to the CEO, the Associate Director of Philanthropy (ADP) is a member of WAA's exceptional frontline fundraising team responsible for advancing WaterAid America's (WAA) individual philanthropic programs to support general operations, program development, and long-term organizational growth; and engaging and supporting the Board of Trustees and its Development Committee in their philanthropic efforts. Coming at a significant moment in the organization's history, this role will be pivotal to WAA ability to achieve the strategic goals of its three-year Business Plan.
The role requires exceptional communications skills and the passion to represent WaterAid's mission in a style that's compelling, engaging and personal. In addition to being a savvy strategic thinker, we're looking for someone who is action-oriented – equally comfortable closing a 5-figure gift one-on-one with a major donor, presenting to the Board of Directors or ensuring that a donor letter is just right.

Application instructions

To apply, please view the job description and email a cover letter (including salary requirements) and resume or CV to hr@wateraidamerica.org by Friday, August 14.