Consulting Manager - North America

Position Title: Director of Development Reports to: Executive Director Position: Full-Time, Hybrid/Remote, Exempt Location: Texas residency required, with preference for candidates located in Austin; position includes local and domestic travel Salary: $95,000 - $105,000 plus comprehensive benefits package About Water to Thrive Water to Thrive (W2T) is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to solving the global water crisis by bringing clean, safe water to rural communities in East Africa. Since its founding in 2008, W2T has constructed hundreds of sustainable water wells across Ethiopia, Uganda, and Tanzania, directly transforming the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. Partnering closely with trusted local organizations, W2T ensures that every project is community-driven, culturally appropriate, and built for long-term sustainability. Beyond wells, the organization empowers communities through training and ownership, ensuring systems remain operational for years to come. By combining grassroots partnerships with donor engagement in the U.S., W2T builds bridges of compassion and impact across continents - living out its mission to transform lives one well at a time. www.watertothrive.org The Opportunity The Director of Development will lead Water to Thrive’s (W2T) fundraising and donor engagement strategy, strengthening and diversifying the organization’s revenue base to support its mission of bringing clean, safe water to communities in need. This individual will oversee all aspects of fundraising, working closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to set priorities, design strategies, and execute activities that ensure sustainable philanthropic growth. Key responsibilities include cultivating and stewarding relationships with current and prospective donors, expanding major gift opportunities, and building a multi-level funding plan that incorporates individual donors, churches, private foundations, corporations and businesses. The Director will also oversee the planning and execution of fundraising events and grassroots outreach campaigns that expand awareness of W2T’s mission and impact. As a member of a small team, the Director of Development will: Partner with the Executive Director and Board to establish and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy. Manage donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts to secure gifts. Develop and execute campaigns, grant proposals, and corporate giving initiatives. Lead and inspire volunteers and staff in fundraising activities and events. Shape messaging that encourages donor support for water projects and the broader resources needed to sustain W2T’s impact. Build strategic partnerships to broaden W2T’s visibility and philanthropic reach. This is a pivotal role for a creative and strategic fundraiser who thrives on relationship-building and has the vision to grow a robust and sustainable development program. They will engage new donor audiences while honoring the long-standing supporters who have sustained Water to Thrive’s mission. The ideal individual will be transparent and communicative, and will approach fundraising with an inspiring style that draws people in. Adaptable and collaborative, they thrive in a small, hands-on team and build trust with colleagues, donors, and board members alike. Impact Areas Fundraising Strategy (35%) Develop and implement a $2M fundraising strategy that strengthens short- and long-term sustainability, and diversifies funding sources. Shape messaging strategies and donor touchpoints in alignment with fundraising plans that inspire new and long-standing supporters. Implement a grant strategy that prioritizes relationship-building, improves application outcomes, and secures significant gifts. Design and oversee events that engage supporters, deliver strong return on investment, and generate measurable fundraising impact. Deepen donor relationships in Austin, TX while crafting a long-term plan to expand W2T’s donor base nationally. Donor Cultivation (25%) Lead grassroots campaigns and nurture relationships with individual donors, faith-based communities, private foundations, and corporate partners. Manage and grow a portfolio of major gift prospects giving at the $5K to $10K range.  Engage long-time supporters in conversations about legacy and planned giving opportunities. Serve as an ambassador of W2T’s mission and vision at events and in the broader community. Foster donor commitments through thoughtful outreach, consistent follow-up, and tailored donor experiences. Donor Solicitation (25%) Secure gifts from individual, corporate, institutional, and faith-based donors, moving prospects seamlessly from cultivation to commitment. Prepare tailored proposals and ask strategies that align donor interests with W2T’s priorities. Partner with the Executive Director, strategically involving them in key donor solicitations and relationship-building conversations. Organizational Collaboration (15%) Collaborate with staff to advance organizational goals and contribute to a servant-leader team culture. Engage board members in fundraising activities by equipping them with tools, talking points, and opportunities to connect with donors. Support volunteers and brand ambassadors to extend W2T’s reach and engagement efforts. Requirements Bachelor’s degree required; CFRE certification or relevant graduate degree preferred. Minimum of 5 years of professional fundraising experience with proven success in annual giving, major gifts, and grant writing (international development or water-related experience a plus). Experience engaging churches and working within the faith-based sector. Exceptional communication, writing, storytelling, and presentation skills, with the ability to inspire and persuade diverse audiences in both small and large group settings. Demonstrated ability to build strong, collaborative relationships across diverse racial, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Self-directed and capable of setting priorities and managing projects without daily supervision. Ability to work effectively in a hybrid/remote setting, and in a small, collaborative work environment where flexibility and teamwork are essential. Passion for Water to Thrive’s mission and commitment to ethical, compassionate fundraising. Creative, organized, and goal-oriented, with high levels of initiative, focus, and energy. Strong servant-leader mindset with a commitment to accountability and excellence. Proven ability to earn the trust and confidence of internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency with donor databases (experience with Donor Perfect CRM a plus) and tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) and Adobe Creative Suite. Benefits Water to Thrive offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, along with opportunities to learn all aspects of a nonprofit organization. Water to Thrive has retained the services of Charity Search Group to coordinate the search for this position. To apply, please complete this online application. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact Pascale Hughes at pascale@charitysearchgroup.com or visit www.charitysearchgroup.com Water to Thrive is an equal-opportunity employer committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels of the organization. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees.

If you're passionate about the design and function of the built environment, find beauty in and want to protect the natural environment, and want to work with others that feel the same, join our team! LaBella’s multi-disciplinary team of architects, designers, engineers, managers, and environmental scientists work every day to make our world more functional, beautiful, and safe. LaBella is an employee-owned engineering firm of approximately 2,000 staff and growing! We are seeking a highly motivated individual with an entrepreneurial spirit to join a dynamic team working on exciting, multi-phase, technically engaging, and impactful projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing NYSDEC Spill projects, Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in support of real estate transactions and managing sites in the NYSDEC Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) including Site Characterizations/ Remedial Investigations, Remedial Alternative Analysis/Remedial Design work and remediation projects. Prior experience with assessing feasibility/cost and detailed design for excavation and off-site disposal projects, in-situ chemical injections (oxidant and reductant approaches), sub-slab depressurization systems, and other remedial systems is required. The successful candidate will work with junior engineers, geologists and environmental scientists to design and manage field work including groundwater, soil, soil vapor, and surface water sampling, manage and evaluate field and lab data, supervise contractors and drillers, and support the preparation of reports and conduct review of reports developed by junior staff. This individual will be responsible for cost estimating, proposals, invoicing, and client management. Prior experience with environmental investigations and remediation at E-Designation projects is a plus. This position may have some limited fieldwork at times. LaBella offers excellent training and career advancement opportunities and outstanding benefits. Duties: Proposal writing, project setup, ensuring staff understand health & safety and project scope details, project execution. Heavy client communication. Preparing/reviewing deliverables on time and within budget, including invoicing. Reviewing and organizing field data in a concise manner. Data presentation and assessment and report preparation/review. Training/mentoring junior staff. Business development. Maintaining open communication with project team members, the client and regulatory agencies. Representing the company in a professional manner and in line with firm's core values. Conducting work to professional standards and following firm's safety and QA/QC policies. Requirements B.S. degree in Engineering (Chemical or Environmental), Geology or Envi NY State Licensed Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist a bonus 8-16 years of experience managing Phase II ESAs and Brownfield Cleanup Program projects. Federal experience a bonus. Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to work in a fast-paced environmental consulting team environment. Ability to work within a multi-disciplined group of professionals. Strong communication skills (active listening, written, and verbal) Organized with strong attention to detail Highly motivated, with excellent client service skills and a positive attitude Strong problem-solving skills Valid NYS driver’s license, lean driving record, and reliable transportation Salary Range: ($80,000 - $100,000) The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location. Benefits Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below. Flexible Work Schedule Health/Dental Insurance 401k Plan with Employer Match Short & Long Term Disability Profit Sharing Paid Time Off Leadership Development Program Fitness Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Referral Bonus Program Wellness Program Team Building Events Community Service Events

Company Profile      At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally native, data-empowered solutions.  Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team.  Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success.       Overview   We are looking for an experienced Product Manager. This role is responsible for leading project lifecycle and product development and deployment initiatives for an IP Video product for an enterprise organization. This involves product planning, drafting and refining product requirements, competitive research and analysis, and all product operations through deployment. This position is hybrid and qualified candidate will work on-site in either Philadelphia PA, or Denver, CO a few days a week and other days remote. Candidates must live in either the Philadelphia metro area or the Denver metro area and be willing to go on-site each week some days.     Duties & Responsibilities  Manage products and services utilizing product and/or project management principles, strategy and execution  Understand the current GTM approach and how to engage with stakeholders as necessary for product release solutions  Proven ability to work in large, enterprise organization and communicate effectively with stakeholders  Manage key documentation deliverables such as inputs, outputs, GTM materials   Enhance product management tools, documentation, and reporting  Create and maintain product related information and communication  Create and maintain process workflow documentation to support business needs  Consistently exercise informed judgment and discretion in matters of significance  Direct cross functional teams, such as engineering or development, regarding product requirements  Act instrumentally in connecting Agile and non Agile teams to support product efforts   Requirements Desired Skills and Experience  Minimum 7 years direct product planning, product operations and product management experience  Experience in telecommunications/broadband, data service networks, or contact center environments preferred  Experience working with IP video is required Experience in an Agile or Scaled Agile environment is necessary  Experience with project or program management is necessary Knowledge and understanding of products in a technical capacity, understanding their requirements and related business needs  Experience aligning multiple business groups in a cross-functional, matrixed environment  Ability to drive and lead stakeholder meetings and manage deliverables from development and engineering  Excellent communication skills, utilizing a formal system for communications, reporting intake status, and collaborating with other internal groups  Ability to ramp up on new projects quickly and work autonomously, while actively keeping project team and client informed of milestones and potential issues    Qualifications/Technical Skill Requirements  Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite products, especially Excel and PowerPoint for tracking, reporting, and executing slide presentations  Experience with MS Project and JIRA are helpful  Experience with broadband technology product solutions/offerings is preferred  Familiarity working with cross functional teams- IT, product development, engineering, and marketing is necessary  Experience managing numerous product lines and providing updates and insights to stakeholders at a variety of levels in a large enterprise organization    Education/Certifications  Bachelor’s degree in Business or other quantitative field  PMP certification is helpful or project management methodology courses  Consulting background is helpful but not required  Compensation For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Sand Cherry Associates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range considers a wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. This is a 6 - 12 month engagement with an annualized salary of $120,000 - $150,000. Years of experience, level of education, geographic location, unique skills/qualifications for the specific role and potential certifications can be key factors in the final compensation for this role. Benefits Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.