Outreach Manager

~ Since our founding in 1970, the Harris Center has become a transformative force in the Monadnock Region, where we promote understanding and respect for our natural environment through education of all ages, direct protection and exemplary stewardship of the region’s natural resources, conservation research, and programs that encourage active participation in the great outdoors. ~

Each year, our teacher/naturalists collaborate with classroom teachers in 30 local schools to plan age-appropriate programs for students in grades K through 12. Topics range from geology to birdsong to water quality monitoring, and many points in between. During school breaks, children explore the wild world with us through a variety of nature-themed camps. For adults, more in-depth inquiries are offered in our Environmental Studies Institute (ESI) courses, providing opportunities to connect to the outdoors, learn about the Monadnock Region’s natural history, and engage in meaningful discussion about the environment.

We also offer more than 100 programs and outings for the general public each year, free of charge. Our annual calendar of events is rich and varied, from stargazing to mammal tracking, canoeing to snowshoeing. We invite you to explore the natural world with us!

Position Overview

Harris Center for Conservation Education is currently seeking an Outreach Manager. The job will be 75% time.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive Director on organizational management, administration, and outreach.
• A primary responsibility will be managing the Harris Center’s fundraising programs including grants and annual, planned, and corporate giving.
• The Outreach Manager will also work to cultivate relationships with Harris Center supporters and partners, including recognition, event coordination, and donor stewardship activities.
• An exciting component to the position will be helping to plan the Harris Center’s 50th Anniversary, which is in 2020. 

Qualifications

• Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Experience for the Successful Candidate.
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) with 5 or more years of non-profit development and/or management experience.
• Knowledge of fundraising management, including experience with developing and implementing creative fundraising approaches.
• Demonstrated use of effective interpersonal skills – including listening, diplomacy, and tact – for building strong relationships with donors, volunteers, partners, and co-workers.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong organizational skills, including the demonstrated ability to set priorities, develop work schedules, monitor progress, manage budgets, supervise staff, and work both independently and collaboratively
• Robust sense of integrity, discretion, and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of donor and project information.
• Innovative approaches to problem solving, plus the flexibility and willingness to fill in where needed, as is required when working for a small organization.
• Interest in, and experience with, the natural world.

Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with experience.

To Apply

Please click "Apply" below to upload your cover letter, resume, and list of three references by August 15 to Jeremy Wilson or 83 King’s Highway, Hancock, NH 03449.