Senior Development Officer @Center for International Environmental Law

Overview

This opportunity offers the chance to join the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) as a Senior Development Officer, playing a key role in fundraising and grant-writing to support the organization's mission of advancing environmental protection and human rights.

Eligibility

Applicants must have valid work authorization to work remotely in the United States or Switzerland, or work from CIEL’s offices in Washington, D.C. or Geneva.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $75,000 to $90,000, with a 12.5% salary adjustment for Switzerland-based employees.
• Employer-subsidised health, dental, and vision insurance for US-based employees.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
• 5% employer retirement contribution.
• Relocation stipend (where applicable) and professional development funding.
• Paid sabbatical after seven years of service and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (for US-based employees).

How to Apply

To apply, submit a current résumé, a one-page cover letter outlining relevant experience and motivation, and responses to application questions regarding fundraising experience and grant success.

Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a priority deadline of 6 July 2026. Early applications are strongly encouraged.