Regional Director of Event Fundraising - Western North Carolina

Regional Director of Event Fundraising 

Western North Carolina

Ducks Unlimited has an opening for a Full-Time Regional Director of Event Fundraising for Western North Carolina. This position will be responsible for the management of all facets of event fundraising within the region. This is a remote position, and the preferred candidate will live in the Charlotte, North Carolina metropolitan area. 

Candidates must be willing to work hours that extend well outside of the typical workday and workweek throughout the year, including extensive auto travel throughout the region. As a remote employee, you may be required to come in at any time, with reasonable notice, into a DU office (or other designated location) for meetings and other business needs.

Responsibilities: 

Regional Directors’ duties and responsibilities encompass the management of all facets of event fundraising within the region including: 

• Recruitment and training of volunteers 
• Managing volunteer efforts in support of Ducks Unlimited fundraising events 
• Fostering growth within the region with emphasis on new chapter development; internal growth within existing committees; identification and development of non-traditional fundraising opportunities and major donor identification and management
• Coordination and collaboration with the North Carolina fundraising team and volunteers

 
Qualifications:

• BA or BS from an accredited institution is required. Volunteer experience with non-profit organizations will benefit candidates and volunteer experience with Ducks Unlimited is desired. 
• This position requires an aptitude for building and managing relationships with a diverse group of volunteers with an emphasis on effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Candidates must be able to work with proficiency on a personal computer with basic skills in MS Office applications and have a working familiarity with the Internet. The successful candidate will be required to develop computer skills specific to Ducks Unlimited Inc.’s standardized information systems.
• Applicants must be self-motivated and eager to accept challenging goals

Benefits/Pay: Salary will be based on experience and education. DU offers an exceptional benefit package, including comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage; three weeks paid vacation, paid sick leave, and ten paid holidays; 401(k) plan (including partial employer match); and tuition reimbursement.

To Apply: Please complete all application materials and attach your resume, cover letter, and three professional references.