Volunteer Development Lead Unique Animal Welfare Startup

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Volunteer Development Lead Unique Animal Welfare Startup

About Sanctuary Hostel

Sanctuary Hostel is an innovative nonprofit startup working to address the stray crisis all over the world, starting with Mexico. Our unique approach to addressing this problem involves building an eco-hostel that drives community-based animal welfare through educational programs. Our model plans to be self-sustaining in that we will not rely solely on donations and thus not be at risk of returning animals to the streets.

We currently have the land and architectural designs, and are actively fundraising for construction of the facility. As we continue to grow, we expect to collaborate and work with other nonprofits in both Mexico and the US to achieve our mission. Visit www.sanctuaryhostel.org for more details.

WE ARE AN ALL VOLUNTEER OPERATION AND THEREFORE USE A VOLUNTEER INTEREST FORM AS PART OF THE VETTING PROCESS DUE TO SPAM APPLICATIONS

TO APPLY PLEASE USE OUR VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM AT www.shostel.org/apply

Due to volunteer time limitations if you do not use the form above, you won’t receive replies from us.

To learn more about the stray animal crisis in Mexico, please watch our video:

www.shostel.org/astrayslife

Volunteer Role Summary:

We are looking to add an experienced and motivated DevelopmentLead to our team. As Development Lead, you will plan, direct and coordinate all the Sanctuary Hostel’s funding, donor, and grant plans and campaigns. You'll recruit and support your own team of fundraising and grants managers and will be responsible for the work completed. This role will work closely with all of Sanctuary’s constituents to ensure the long-term success of the organization. Our Leadership Team meets biweekly, typically on a weekday at 5PM or 6PM Pacific time. Candidates with Startup experience or experience dealing with ambiguity and building from scratch highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities :

• Responsible for all fundraising efforts in Mexico and the United States.
• Responsible for sourcing, applying for, and securing grants at the current stage of the organization and as we grow.
• Recruit talented people to the team who are creative in problem-solving and driving growth.
• Activate and execute development plans, support materials, fundraising events, and donor campaigns in collaboration with Marketing and the entire Sanctuary team.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all fund growth activities.
• Create innovative ways to effectively engage donor audiences.
• Direct solicitations of philanthropic contributions for all aspects of Sanctuary Hostel’s work.
• Nurture relationships with donors, and research and expand our network.
• Track and educate the internal team regularly on development work and progress made.

Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor's degree OR 3-5 years of experience in related field and workstream, with at least 1 year in a leadership or management role
• Proven skills in sourcing, networking, and outreach (or willing to put in the time and have interest)
• Ability to work effectively with volunteers and diverse stakeholders
• Ability to bring clarity to ambiguous needs and make progres
• Ability to work independently and asynchronously in a remote environment
• Detail oriented and not afraid to take and provide objective feedback
• Previous startup and nonprofit experience, especially in building out development functions is highly preferred