cielorg

cielorg

Senior Development Officer

Remote USA or Switz, District of Columbia, United States · Senior · Full-time

No sponsorship$75k-$90kDetected 20 days ago
RESTProject ManagementCRMBudgetingHRScientific WritingLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationWritingOrganizational Skills

About the role

  • POSITION TITLE: Senior Development Officer LOCATION: Remote, USA (specific states listed below), Washington DC, or Geneva, Switzerland.
  • SALARY RANGE: $75,000-$90,000 (12.5% increase applies in Switzerland) DEADLINE: The priority application deadline is July 6, 2026.
  • The successful Senior Development Officer will contribute to the growth and retention of funding by collaborating with program staff to steward current funders while also identifying and cultivating new foundation prospects.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and write compelling, substantive, outcomes-oriented, grant proposals and reports, collaborating across programs to develop project narratives, objectives, and deliverables that are aligned with CIEL's mission, strategic priorities, and capabilities.
  • Collaborate with relevant staff to align donor interest with grant deliverables, distill relevant material for proposals and reports, coordinate the drafting processes and review loops, and deliver high-quality, timely final products to foundation and government funders.
  • Maintain a portfolio of institutional donors, working in collaboration with Leadership and program staff to grow these relationships and maximize funding potential.
  • Identify new prospects and create engagement strategies to cultivate foundations donors and secure additional support.
  • Ensure timely submission of proposal, renewal, and reporting requirements for current and potential grants (both project-based and general operating support)
  • Contribute to and support processes and procedures that improve the efficiency of the development team and its interactions with the rest of the organization.
  • Maintain timesheets and submit them on time.
  • We work at the intersection of environmental protection and human rights, across sectors and borders, and in close collaboration with global partners and local communities to defend the right to a healthy planet.
  • The Senior Development Officer plays a critical role in advancing CIEL's ambitious fundraising agenda by building new relationships with foundation and government funders, composing grant proposals and reports, and working with program and finance staff across the organization to advance fundraising strategy.
  • The Senior Development Officer will draft and refine grant narrative content for a robust (primarily foundation-based) portfolio throughout the entire grant life-cycle, including prospecting, developing proposals, monitoring progress on grant awards, reporting, and renewals.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of professional experience in an institutional development/fundraising role.
  • Proven experience securing grants in mid to upper six-figure range and managing a portfolio of grants with competing deadlines.
  • Strong grant writing skills including past experience with grants for projects and general operating support.
  • Ability to understand and interpret grant budgets.
  • Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail, including the ability to articulate complex subject matter clearly and compellingly both in writing and verbally.
  • Ability to successfully work on multiple priorities concurrently, including having strong planning and organizational skills, and ability to work well under pressure.
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively with people of different backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
  • Ability to work both independently and in close coordination with a team.
  • Experience with CRM maintenance and use, such as Blackbaud products.
  • Experience in an organization with offices in multiple countries.
  • Sound judgment in handling confidential donor information.
  • Past experience in a remote work environment.

Skills

  • Brings people together to leverage their skills, talents, and knowledge to achieve a common purpose.

Compensation

  • $75,000-$90,000 (12.5% increase applies in Switzerland)
  • DEADLINE: The priority application deadline is July 6, 2026. Applications submitted after that may not be reviewed
  • The Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) uses the power of law to protect the environment, promote human rights, and ensure a just and sustainable society.
  • We work at the intersection of environmental protection and human rights, across sectors and borders, and in close collaboration with global partners and local communities to defend the right to a healthy planet.
  • The Senior Development Officer plays a critical role in advancing CIEL's ambitious fundraising agenda by building new relationships with foundation and government funders, composing grant proposals and reports, and working with program and finance staff across the organization to advance fundraising strategy.
  • The Senior Development Officer will draft and refine grant narrative content for a robust (primarily foundation-based) portfolio throughout the entire grant life-cycle, including prospecting, developing proposals, monitoring progress on grant awards, reporting, and renewals.

Benefits

  • CIEL offers a strong benefits package.
  • CIEL's dynamic team of international attorneys and experts work together in a collaborative and supportive work environment to tackle some of the most interesting and challenging issues facing people and the planet.
  • CIEL is actively committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and building an organization that is as diverse as the communities we serve around the world.

Company info

  • Please complete this anonymous demographic survey as part of your application to CIEL.

Equal opportunity

  • We know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger, and we actively encourage qualified applicants with various backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and (dis)abilities to apply.
  • If you need an accommodation or assistance with this application, please contact Human Resources at jobs[at]ciel.org.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Must possess valid work authorization.
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