Website Winrock International
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Resource Mobilization
Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to expand Winrock’s financial resources.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and foundations to drive increased philanthropic giving.
Expand Winrock’s donor base through strategic engagement and targeted campaigns.
Oversee grant writing, proposal development, and donor communications to secure multi-year funding commitments.
Implement and manage donor software and customer relationship management systems to ensure coordinated outreach with donor organizations
Business Development & Strategic Partnerships
Lead the organization’s approach to individual giving, legacy gifts, and donor collaboratives, identifying new business opportunities aligned with Winrock’s mission.
Collaborate with program teams to ensure alignment of funding opportunities with organizational priorities and impact goals.
Develop innovative partnerships with corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs, impact investors, and high-net-worth individuals.
Work closely with the new business steam to ensure our systems and processes align with prospective donors.
Leadership & Team Management
Build and lead a high-performing development team, providing strategic direction and professional development.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure fundraising and business development success.
Work closely with the Executive Team, Board of Directors, and senior leadership team to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Represent Winrock externally in donor meetings, conferences, and other fundraising engagements.
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in fundraising, business development, or a related field, with a proven track record of securing multi-million-dollar gifts and grants.
Experience working in the nonprofit, international development, or social enterprise sectors.
Strong understanding of philanthropic trends, corporate partnerships, and donor engagement strategies.
Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Demonstrated success in leading high-performing teams and managing complex donor portfolios.
Experience with CRM and fundraising software and new business processes.
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in nonprofit management, business administration, international development, or a related field preferred.
Key Competencies
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement innovative fundraising strategies aligned with organizational priorities.
Relationship Management: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage high-level donors and corporate partners.
Financial Acumen: Experience in budgeting, financial planning, and revenue forecasting.
Results-Driven: A proactive leader with a strong drive for achieving fundraising and business development goals.
To apply for this job please visit winrock.org.