Houston Audubon is a nonprofit organization established in 1969 with the mission to advance the conservation of birds and their habitats in the Greater Houston Gulf Coast Region. We have a rich history of advancing this mission with a positive local, regional, and global impact through sanctuary and habitat management, environmental education, and conservation advocacy. Houston Audubon owns and manages 18 nature sanctuaries in the Houston Gulf Coast area providing over 4,200 acres of wetlands, forest, coastal woodlands and prairie, and beach that serve as critical habitat for over 300 species of migratory and resident birds. Houston Audubon sanctuaries also serve as community assets where people enjoy nature, learn, socialize, and explore. We deliver hundreds of nature-based program experiences for children and adults every year.
Workplace: Houston Audubon Headquarters in West Houston
Reports to: President/CEO
Position Overview: Houston Audubon seeks an experienced, senior-level Development Director to serve as the organization’s chief philanthropic strategist and revenue leader. This role is responsible for planning, leading, and executing a comprehensive fundraising program that advances Houston Audubon’s mission and directly supports the goals of the 2024–2034 Strategic Framework.
The Development Director is accountable for growing and diversifying philanthropic revenue across all sources while strengthening donor, foundation, corporate, and community partnerships. As a member of the senior management team, this position plays a central role in aligning fundraising strategy with program priorities, capital and endowment goals, and long-term organizational sustainability. Houston Audubon’s annual operating budget ranges from approximately $2–$2.5 million, with roughly 80% derived from philanthropic support.
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