Full-time · On-site

Development Director

This is a pivotal senior leadership position designed for a strategic fundraiser who wants to marry their professional expertise with a deep love for the outdoors. You will be the driving force behind the Conservancy's fiscal health, ensuring the protection of the Chocorua Lake Basin through innovative donor engagement. It is a rare chance to lead a comprehensive development program in a stunning natural setting.

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Chocorua Lake Conservancy

Chocorua, New Hampshire, United States · Posted 30 April 2026

The role

Overview

This is a pivotal senior leadership position designed for a strategic fundraiser who wants to marry their professional expertise with a deep love for the outdoors. You will be the driving force behind the Conservancy's fiscal health, ensuring the protection of the Chocorua Lake Basin through innovative donor engagement. It is a rare chance to lead a comprehensive development program in a stunning natural setting.

The hiring side

About Chocorua Lake Conservancy

Chocorua Lake Conservancy is a small business working in environmental conservation, based in Chocorua, New Hampshire, United States.

Industry

Environmental Conservation

Size

Small

Location

Chocorua, New Hampshire, United States

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What they need

Requirements & Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the organization's comprehensive development and fundraising program
  • Identify, cultivate, and solicit major gifts from individual donors
  • Manage annual giving cycles and strengthen foundation partnerships
  • Develop and maintain systems to support long-term conservation funding
  • Represent the Conservancy's mission to stakeholders and the public

Essential

  • Proven track record in strategic fundraising leadership
  • Demonstrated ability to secure major gifts and manage donor portfolios
  • Deep passion for land conservation and environmental stewardship
  • Experience leading annual giving campaigns and foundation relations
  • Ability to develop and implement sophisticated fundraising strategies

Preferred

  • Experience working within a land trust or environmental non-profit
  • Familiarity with the New Hampshire philanthropic landscape
  • Advanced skills in donor database management and development systems

Key Skills

Major Gift SolicitationStrategic PlanningRelationship ManagementGrant WritingAnnual GivingPhilanthropic CommunicationDonor Cultivation

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Perks

Benefits & perks

  • Opportunity to lead a senior-level conservation program
  • Direct impact on regional environmental preservation
  • Collaborative and mission-driven work environment
  • Leadership role within a respected community organization

Next step

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Found via www.chocorualake.org

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