Earthjustice

Stewardship Specialist, Principal Gifts

Earthjustice$96K — $107K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • 4+ years of experience in development focused on principal-level gifts
  • Budgetary experience preferred
  • Comprehensive knowledge of donor relations/stewardship best practices
  • Self-starter with strong prioritization and oversight skills
  • Strong communication and innovative thinking skills
  • Proficient in computer skills, including fundraising databases.

Responsibilities

  • Act as primary stewardship thought partner to the Principal Gifts team
  • Operationalize individualized supporter experience planning
  • Execute opportunities to steward and cultivate PRI supporters
  • Oversee deployment of PRI stewardship communications
  • Serve as first contact for fundraisers on new projects
  • Coordinate with Donor Marketing & Engagement team for core programming
  • Pursue ongoing professional development and share knowledge.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Casual and congenial work environment
  • Remote work options from select East Coast locations
  • Opportunities for professional development and learning.
Full Job Description
The Stewardship Specialist, Principal Gifts (PRI) will carry out their responsibilities as a member of the Stewardship team within the Donor Marketing & Engagement team, and an embedded partner on the PRI team. They will be responsible for strategic thought partnership with fundraisers and tactical deployment of stewardship for the PRI supporter audience. This is a non-supervisory position. The Stewardship Specialist, Principal Gifts is expected to work a full-time (37.5 hours/week) schedule, and may work remote from the following locations: New York, NY; Washington, DC; or select East Coast markets in the United States. This position requires travel for events, planning meetings, and retreats. A valid U.S. driver's license is preferred. What You'll Do Strategic Partnership & Experience Planning (30%) • Act as primary stewardship thought partner to the Principal Gifts (PRI) team, co-designing and building programming and capacity to steward the PRI supporter audience. • Operationalize an individualized supporter experience planning program, partnering with PRI fundraisers to create and track custom plans. Special Projects & Stewardship Deployment (50%) • Explore and activate/execute opportunities to steward and cultivate individual PRI supporters, including in-person and virtual events/experiences, trips, and other curated touchpoints. • Oversee and deploy PRI stewardship communications, including creative ideation, template development, and coordination to execute, often with organizational leadership. Audience Representation & Coordination (20%) • Serve as first point of contact for PRI fundraisers considering new projects or seeking to engage with Donor Marketing & Engagement team offerings (stewardship, communications, events, and trips). • Partner with Donor Marketing & Engagement team members to ensure strategic deployment of core programming to PRI supporters. Ongoing Learning • Actively pursue professional development and contribute to a culture of learning by building skills and sharing knowledge. Please note that the percentage breakdowns provided above serve as a guideline and that other duties may be assigned as part of the job's requirements. What You'll Bring • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience • 4+ years of work experience in development focused on principal-level gifts (donor relations or stewardship preferred) • Budgetary experience preferred • Comprehensive knowledge of donor relations/stewardship best practices required; experience with campaign stewardship preferred • Self-starter with the ability to prioritize, oversee, and deploy donor relations/stewardship programming independently and in collaboration with fundraisers and other internal/external stakeholders • Strong critical and innovative thinking skills, as well as adaptability, including the ability to work strategically, creatively, and efficiently in a fast-paced, evolving environment • Strong communication skills, including the ability to respond quickly to stakeholders and craft audience-appropriate messaging • Strong general computer skills, including data processing and entry, and experience with a fundraising database application, preferably Salesforce • Demonstrated commitment to Earthjustice's values of Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, and Partnership. Salary & Benefits We offer a competitive salary and excellent, comprehensive benefits. We also offer a casual and congenial work environment. Salaries at Earthjustice are determined by working location and are commensurate with the experience required. The annual salary range for this role in New York, NY is $107,500 - $119,400 The annual salary range for this role in Washington, DC or Boston, MA is $102,200 - $113,500 The annual salary range for this role in Philadelphia, PA is $96,800 - $107,500 The annual salary range for this role in Miami, FL is $91,400 - $101,500 To Apply Interested candidates should submit the following materials via Jobvite by August 23, 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered. • Resume. • Cover letter. Information about our hiring process and tips for success can be found at https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process. Please reach out to [email protected] if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for personnel so classified. #LI-Remote

About Earthjustice

Earthjustice is a non-profit public interest law organization dedicated to protecting the magnificent places, natural resources, and wildlife of this earth, and to defending the right of all people to a healthy environment. Earthjustice brings about far-reaching change by enforcing and strengthening environmental laws on behalf of hundreds of organizations, coalitions and communities. Earthjustice fights for the right of every person to a healthy environment, and for the right of every community to be heard in decisions that affect their health and well-being.
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