Fundraising + Community Outreach Consultant

Hirundo Wildlife Refuge

Opening posted: 05/05/2026 | Expires: 07/01/2026

Hirundo Wildlife Trust is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that maintains the Hirundo Wildlife Refuge, a 2460-acre expanse of conserved forests and wetlands near Old Town, Maine. Our mission is to enjoy, understand and protect Hirundo’s natural and cultural environment for the mutual well-being of our human and wildlife communities. We aim to connect all people with nature for mutual benefit. Learn more at www.hirundomaine.org or our Facebook page.

Scope of Work: Hirundo is seeking a highly qualified consultant with experience in developing and diversifying funding streams (including private and business donors, fundraising events, charity partnerships, and other mission-aligned revenue streams), and community outreach to develop key strategic partnerships. Hirundo is seeking a consultant to work 10/hr week, with the opportunity to increase hours as mutually determined. Consultant must be located within reasonable driving distance to Old Town, Bangor, and Orono in order to participate in in-person obligations. Other aspects of the job may be done remotely or from our University of Maine office.

Develop and Diversify Funding Streams (70%)

Plan and execute fundraising efforts and donor campaigns including Earth Day Appeal and Annual End of Year Appeal
Secure monetary sponsorships from businesses
Securein-kind donationsfrom businesses
Oversee and leadprivate donor relations with plan to build stronger base of philanthropic individuals
Maintain appropriate tracking methods and acknowledgement systemsincluding: a donor database, benefits for business sponsors, sponsor boards, etc.
Develop alternative revenue streams, such as merchandise sales and charity partnerships (round ups, % of sales, etc.)
Recruitfinancial and in-kind donations for annual community eventssuch as Fall Fest + Meet A Scientist, overseeing tracking, and acknowledgements as need
Works with Volunteer + Rental manager to strategically maximize income potential of rental operations
Works with Marketing + Communications consultant to ensure advertising + acknowledgement of fundraisers, sponsorships, and income opportunities content for website + social media

Maintain Current Partnerships + Develop New Partnerships: (20%)

Represent Hirundo at tabling events, presentations, media engagements, and networking eventsto increase public awareness.
Interfacing with the Hirundo Advisory Council of community advisors, recruiting members as needed
Works with Volunteer + Rental Manager to ensure volunteer participation for outreach opportunities(tabling, presentations, fundraising events)
Works with Marketing + Communications consultant to disseminate press-releases and other announcements as needed

Other Duties: (10%)

Provide administrative supportas needed and directed by Board of Trustees
Occasionally support recruitment of Board of Trusteescandidates
Advise grant-writing team in proposal + project developmentwhen needed
Ensure that the overall appearance of Hirundo’s facilities, tabling displays and presentation materials(our mobile face in the community) consistently meets high standards of excellence, effectively representing the organization to its visitors, potential donors, and sponsors.

Compensation: $45/hr

Professional Requirements:

At least three years experience cultivating donors or business sponsors
At least three years experience in community outreach, cultivating new community partners
Knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations unique to nonprofit sector
Strong organizational abilities and a self-starter
Strong written and oral communication skills including public speaking
Proficiency with technology and database management tools (including but not limited to Google Workspace, Mailchimp, social media)
Ability to interface with and engage diverse groups
A sociable personality who is a team player
Love of the great outdoors

Hiring is contingent on reference and background checks.

To Apply: Email cover letter, resume, and references to