Project Management Manager jobs in Montana

Ecology Project International Overview:

EPI was established with the core belief that the engagement and investment in local communities are vital for the triumph of conservation efforts. Our mission is to inspire students with nature and empower them with science, fostering tomorrow's leaders, and we envision a diverse movement building communities that cherish and restore the ecosystems that sustain them.

Our programs connect students with scientists and other local experts, fostering conservation by cultivating a scientifically literate public with hands-on nature experiences. This approach equips communities to make well-informed choices about their natural resources, crucial for both their economic prosperity and environmental well-being. Consequently, this leads to a community-centric conservation model that is in tune with the needs and priorities of those who most influence the ecosystem.

Position Overview:

The Development Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of EPl's fundraising activities. This role focuses on maintaining the development pipeline health, maximizing results based on data management, optimizing fundraising campaigns, and ensuring that strategic objectives are met efficiently and effectively. This position reports to the Development Director and offers an exciting opportunity for an individual with a passion for environmental conservation and education along with international nonprofit experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Management of Fundraising Activities

• Execute strategic fundraising initiatives coordinating across different channels (digital, events, direct mail) to ensure cohesive and unified messaging and
• Monitor ongoing campaigns for effectiveness and engagement, making real-time adjustments to tactics based on performance data and donor

 Pipeline Management and Reporting:

• Utilize Salesforce to analyze donor data, identifying trends and potential opportunities for increased donations and new donor acquisition based on trends and wealth screening
• Utilize Salesforce to develop real-time forecasts of the year fundraising pipeline based on
• Track progress toward fundraising goals and evaluate the effectiveness of fundraising activities
• Create and implement targeted marketing and outreach campaigns that resonate with different donor segments, increasing engagement and conversion
• Prepare and ensure regular internal and external reporting of fundraising activities, maintaining accountability and

 Team Supervision and Development:

• Manage the daily operations of the development team (3 direct reports), setting individual and team goals, providing regular feedback, and conducting annual performance
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement by promoting skills development through external training programs and internal cross-training.

 Financial and Resource Management:

• Prepare detailed monthly reports on the financial status of fundraising projects, analyzing variances and forecasting future performance to inform strategic
• Work with development staff and program staff to design, develop and follow-up grants proposals, donation requests and
• Work with the finance team to ensure correct coding and allocation of income and expenses associated with forecasted and approved fundraising
• Ensure optimal allocation of resources (human, financial, and material) across various projects, maintaining a balance between current needs and long-term

 Cross-Departmental Collaboration and Brand Alignment:

• Work closely with the Communications/Marketing team to ensure brand alignment and effective campaign planning, enhancing the organization's public image and donor
• Engage with the Admissions team to develop strategies for alumni engagement and leveraging relationships to boost fundraising
• Act as a key connector between departments, facilitating collaboration and strategic alignment to achieve organizational goals and enhance operational
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• 5 years of relevant work experience, supervising development staff
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Strong data-management and data-analysis skills
• Proven experience in managing and maintaining donor databases and/or Salesforce
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Organized, prepared, and detail-oriented with excellent follow-through
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across departments
• Knowledge and passion for environmental conservation and education

Benefits and Compensation:

• Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Short-term disability insurance
• Access to health savings account
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible schedule
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development assistance
• Access to outdoor professional pro-deals
• Remote work/telecommuting options
• Workplace perks

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

At Ecology Project International, you are valued, and you belong. We are committed to maintaining the best environment for our employees where people can show up as their authentic selves and grow with the organization. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace.

In that spirit, we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.