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Senior Director for Advancement, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
ABFE, Ithaca, New York, United States,
Senior Director for Advancement, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Founded more than 100 years ago by pioneering Cornell University ornithologist Dr. Arthur A. Allen, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology (Lab) is an independent administrative unit of Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Dedicated to advancing the understanding and protection of the natural world, the Lab joins with people from all walks of life to make new scientific discoveries, share insights, and galvanize conservation action.The Lab’s Imogene Powers Johnson Center for Birds and Biodiversity is home to a community of 250+ faculty, scientists, postdocs, students, and staff members, including professionals in ornithology, animal behavior, bioacoustics, citizen science, conservation science, data science and statistics, ecology, evolutionary biology, community engagement, fundraising, marketing, multimedia productions, online and K-12 education, science communication, technical hardware and software engineering, and app development.The Cornell Lab engages millions of people around the world in learning about birds, contributing citizen-science data, and supporting conservation. The Lab serves communities of nature lovers, birdwatchers, citizen-science participants, K-12 teachers, underserved communities, and lifelong learners united by its mission to celebrate and protect birds.Position OverviewThe Lab is seeking a Senior Director for Advancement to provide overall leadership and direction for fundraising, branding, marketing, and communications. The Senior Director works with the Lab’s dynamic, multidisciplinary teams as well as with partners in the central Division of Alumni Affairs and Development and in University Relations to advance the Lab’s global-scale mission. The Senior Director will supervise, mentor, and motivate the Advancement group staff of 40+ (including six direct reports).Qualifications/Experience:Passion for the missions of the Cornell Lab and Cornell University, knowledge of birds and/or nature highly preferred.Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in progressively responsible development leadership positions, including work in all functional areas of development and leadership of a major capital campaign.Demonstrated track record of successful frontline fundraising for an institution of higher education, nonprofit organization, or other environment of similar complexity.Hands-on major and principal gift experience, including cultivation through solicitation and stewardship.Particular strength in developing strategic and comprehensive fundraising and communications plans.A strong record of recruiting and developing exceptional people and fostering a transparent work environment.Ability to develop trust and strong collaborative working relationships.Experience in international fundraising and communications, and the cultural sensitivity it requires.Strong computer skills, including desktop software, databases, and networked information systems.Bachelor’s degree.The Cornell Lab is committed to fostering a healthy workplace that values diverse perspectives and backgrounds as well as supporting growth and advancement opportunities. Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.Contact:Cornell University has retained the DSG Fundraising & Advancement Practice of the Diversified Search Group to assist in this confidential search process. Inquiries, nominations, and applications (current resumes and cover letters) may be submitted via the link or directed to the leader of the search team:Gerard F. Cattie, Jr.Managing Director and DSG Fundraising & Advancement Practice LeaderDiversified Search GroupThe Chrysler Building, 405 Lexington Avenue, 49th Floor, New York, New York 10174gerard.cattie@divsearch.com | 212.542.2587
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Founded more than 100 years ago by pioneering Cornell University ornithologist Dr. Arthur A. Allen, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology (Lab) is an independent administrative unit of Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Dedicated to advancing the understanding and protection of the natural world, the Lab joins with people from all walks of life to make new scientific discoveries, share insights, and galvanize conservation action.The Lab’s Imogene Powers Johnson Center for Birds and Biodiversity is home to a community of 250+ faculty, scientists, postdocs, students, and staff members, including professionals in ornithology, animal behavior, bioacoustics, citizen science, conservation science, data science and statistics, ecology, evolutionary biology, community engagement, fundraising, marketing, multimedia productions, online and K-12 education, science communication, technical hardware and software engineering, and app development.The Cornell Lab engages millions of people around the world in learning about birds, contributing citizen-science data, and supporting conservation. The Lab serves communities of nature lovers, birdwatchers, citizen-science participants, K-12 teachers, underserved communities, and lifelong learners united by its mission to celebrate and protect birds.Position OverviewThe Lab is seeking a Senior Director for Advancement to provide overall leadership and direction for fundraising, branding, marketing, and communications. The Senior Director works with the Lab’s dynamic, multidisciplinary teams as well as with partners in the central Division of Alumni Affairs and Development and in University Relations to advance the Lab’s global-scale mission. The Senior Director will supervise, mentor, and motivate the Advancement group staff of 40+ (including six direct reports).Qualifications/Experience:Passion for the missions of the Cornell Lab and Cornell University, knowledge of birds and/or nature highly preferred.Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in progressively responsible development leadership positions, including work in all functional areas of development and leadership of a major capital campaign.Demonstrated track record of successful frontline fundraising for an institution of higher education, nonprofit organization, or other environment of similar complexity.Hands-on major and principal gift experience, including cultivation through solicitation and stewardship.Particular strength in developing strategic and comprehensive fundraising and communications plans.A strong record of recruiting and developing exceptional people and fostering a transparent work environment.Ability to develop trust and strong collaborative working relationships.Experience in international fundraising and communications, and the cultural sensitivity it requires.Strong computer skills, including desktop software, databases, and networked information systems.Bachelor’s degree.The Cornell Lab is committed to fostering a healthy workplace that values diverse perspectives and backgrounds as well as supporting growth and advancement opportunities. Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.Contact:Cornell University has retained the DSG Fundraising & Advancement Practice of the Diversified Search Group to assist in this confidential search process. Inquiries, nominations, and applications (current resumes and cover letters) may be submitted via the link or directed to the leader of the search team:Gerard F. Cattie, Jr.Managing Director and DSG Fundraising & Advancement Practice LeaderDiversified Search GroupThe Chrysler Building, 405 Lexington Avenue, 49th Floor, New York, New York 10174gerard.cattie@divsearch.com | 212.542.2587
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