Earth Species Project
1 - 10 employees
Founded 2018
🤖 Artificial Intelligence
🔬 Science
🤝 Non-profit
Artificial Intelligence • Science • Non-profit
Earth Species Project is a non-profit organization focused on using artificial intelligence to decode non-human communication. The organization is dedicated to understanding the languages of various species, which it believes can transform human relationships with nature and support conservation efforts. Through innovative AI-driven techniques, Earth Species Project aims to unlock communication with other species, revolutionizing the study of animal behavior and contributing to biodiversity conservation. Their cutting-edge projects involve generating and interpreting animal vocalizations, such as those of whales and crows, to better understand their communication and cognitive capabilities.
Director of Development
🕒 March 23
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Earth Species Project
1 - 10 employees
Founded 2018
🤖 Artificial Intelligence
🔬 Science
🤝 Non-profit
Artificial Intelligence • Science • Non-profit
Earth Species Project is a non-profit organization focused on using artificial intelligence to decode non-human communication. The organization is dedicated to understanding the languages of various species, which it believes can transform human relationships with nature and support conservation efforts. Through innovative AI-driven techniques, Earth Species Project aims to unlock communication with other species, revolutionizing the study of animal behavior and contributing to biodiversity conservation. Their cutting-edge projects involve generating and interpreting animal vocalizations, such as those of whales and crows, to better understand their communication and cognitive capabilities.
📋 Description
• Lead ESP’s fundraising strategy and implementation • Develop and implement a comprehensive annual and multi-year fundraising strategy • Work closely with the CEO and Operations teams • Monitor pipeline health, conversion rates, and revenue projections • Lead proactive identification, research, and qualification of new high-net-worth individual (HNWI) and foundation prospects • Personally cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of major gift prospects and institutional funders • Ensure thoughtful, high-touch stewardship that builds trust and positions ESP for long-term philanthropic partnerships • Develop and maintain a strong working understanding of ESP’s research agenda, methodologies, and long-term scientific goals • Lead and nurture a small team of fundraising professionals
🎯 Requirements
• Proven track record (7+ years) raising $10M+ annually in a nonprofit, university, or research-oriented organization. • Demonstrated success with developing and implementing effective fundraising strategies for rapidly scaling organizations. • Deep experience leading high-value individual giving campaigns and diversified fundraising portfolios. • Exceptional relationship-building skills; comfortable engaging senior donors and board members. • Excellent written and verbal communication—clear, persuasive, and mission-driven. • Familiarity with CRM/fundraising tools and data-driven donor analytics. • Impeccable attention to detail and wizard organizational skills - able to juggle multiple priorities and work independently while also being comfortable with directing or collaborating with others.
🏖️ Benefits
• Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance - ESP covers 100% of the premium • 401k plan with match (if based in the United States) • 2,000 USD home office stipend • Unlimited paid time off, with a recommended minimum of three weeks per year • Flexible working hours • Regular team retreats around the world
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