National Director, Major Gifts Job at Repair the World

Chief Executive Officer

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) serves as the strategic leader, chief fundrais...

Location

United States , Kenosha

Salary:

70000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Year

United Way

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
3-5+ years of senior leadership in nonprofit, corporate, or public sector environments
Valid driver's license
State-compliant vehicle insurance
Ability to be individually bonded
Ability to travel locally and regionally
Flexibility for evening and weekend community engagement

Job Responsibility

Provide overall leadership and direction to execute the programs, goals, objectives, policies and decisions established with the Board of Directors and its Committees
Plan, develop, implement and evaluate programs and initiatives
Build and maintain strong partnerships with nonprofit organizations, businesses, government agencies, and community leaders
Lead and execute a comprehensive, year-round resource development strategy, including the annual campaign, corporate partnerships, major gifts, and grant funding, ensuring accountability and accurate reporting
Develop and implement year-round evaluation and assessment of programs to ensure the priority needs of the community are being addressed and that the programs are having an impact
Use data and measurable outcomes to guide funding decisions and demonstrate community impact
Serve as the primary spokesperson to strengthen brand awareness and community engagement using strategic communications
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and overall financial stewardship
Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with all regulatory and United Way standards
Build, lead and retain a high-performing team aligned with the organization's mission

Fulltime

Development Director

Repair the World mobilizes Jews and their communities to take action to pursue a...

Location

United States , San Francisco Bay Area

Salary:

125000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Year

Repair the World

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience with strength in cultivating and closing gifts from individuals, foundations, federations, and Jewish and secular funders.
Comfort and proven track record as a frontline solicitor with demonstrated success in closing five and six-figure gifts.
Experience with Salesforce (or similar fundraising CRM), Donor Search (or similar tool), Google Suite, and prospect research.
Knowledge of and connection to Jewish communities and funders in the cities.
Ability to travel within the US as needed.

Job Responsibility

Lead all fundraising efforts for Repair the World Bay Area and Repair the World Chicago, developing and executing local strategies aligned with national development priorities.
Own and achieve annual fundraising goals across both markets through a diversified portfolio of individual donors, foundations, federations, and corporate partners.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of donors and institutional partners, with a strong emphasis on individual giving as a primary growth driver.
Identify and develop new funding opportunities within the Bay Area and Chicago Jewish philanthropic communities, expanding Repair's base of supporters.
Actively solicit gifts through one-on-one meetings, proposals, and strategic engagement opportunities, and build a robust prospect pipeline.
Represent Repair the World in meetings, events, and convenings with donors, foundations, and community partners across both cities.
Lead efforts to grow and steward local communities of $10,000+ donors, cultivating new members and strengthening a culture of major giving.
Serve as the primary staff partner to the Bay Area and Chicago Solel Collective chairs.
Over time, support the development and engagement of local Solel Collective committees to expand major giving and deepen donor relationships.
Design and execute high-impact engagement opportunities, including service experiences, briefings, and events that connect Solel Collective members to Repair's mission and impact.

What we offer

Paid time off for service in addition to vacation, sick time, personal days and holidays.
Employer covers 100% of full-time employee's health premiums (medical/dental/vision) for most plans and 50% for dependents.
Retirement matching.
Professional development funds.
Employer-paid short and long term disability coverage.
Access to the Jewish Learning Collaborative and our Economic Access Fund.
16 weeks of paid parental leave for employees that have been with Repair for at least six months.

Fulltime

Director of Development

We are looking for an experienced Director of Development to lead and manage str...

Location

United States , Franklin

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, fundraising, or a related field
Proven ability to develop and implement successful fundraising strategies across various revenue streams
Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and inspiring teams to achieve ambitious goals
Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM platforms for tracking and analyzing data
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with donors, businesses, and community partners
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
Knowledge of grant writing and reporting processes with a track record of securing funding
Familiarity with planning and executing large-scale events, including vendor and venue coordination

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy that includes annual campaigns, major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, and special events
Analyze and track fundraising performance using Salesforce, providing regular updates on progress, challenges, and achievements to senior leadership and the board
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of fundraising professionals and contractors, fostering collaboration and accountability to exceed national growth standards
Collaborate with the marketing team to align donor engagement strategies with broader organizational goals, ensuring effective acquisition and retention
Oversee church relations efforts to create meaningful partnerships and opportunities for volunteerism, giving, and community engagement
Build and implement business relations strategies to establish long-term corporate partnerships that drive organizational growth
Personally manage the grant program, including identifying potential funders and reviewing proposals and reports to ensure alignment with organizational objectives
Supervise the planning and execution of fundraising events, working with the Event Manager to finalize themes, venues, and vendor selections
Strategize long-term departmental growth to maximize return on investment and achieve sustainable revenue increase

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Senior Director of Athletic Development

The Senior Director of Development for Athletics is responsible for leading, exe...

Location

United States , Shawnee

Salary:

Not provided

Christian Career

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated success in advancement, fundraising, or development, with a strong emphasis on major gift fundraising
Proven experience managing high-level donor relationships and securing significant philanthropic commitments
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work effectively with senior leadership, coaches, donors, and university stakeholders
Willingness and ability to travel regionally and nationally as needed
Bachelor’s degree
3 – 5 years experience in major gift fundraising in higher ed institution or athletics related industries
Alignment with the mission and values of Oklahoma Baptist University
Experience utilizing CRM systems
Must be a member of a local evangelical Christian church

Job Responsibility

Manage a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects and donors, with a primary focus on gifts at the $50,000+ level and above
Develop and implement customized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for individual donors, families, and key stakeholders supporting OBU Athletics
Lead the identification, qualification, and progression of prospects through the major and principal gift pipeline
Secure philanthropic investments for athletics priorities and strategic initiatives aligned with institutional goals and presidential priorities
Design and execute major giving strategies and campaigns for OBU Athletics in coordination with the Advancement leadership team
Collaborate on campaign planning, goal setting, naming opportunities, and donor engagement strategies tied to athletics initiatives
Partner with Advancement Services to ensure accurate prospect tracking, reporting, and portfolio management using the university’s CRM systems
Serve as the primary Advancement liaison to OBU Athletics, working in close partnership with the Athletics Director to align fundraising priorities and donor engagement efforts
Coordinate and participate in donor meetings and high-level cultivation activities alongside the Athletic Director, VP of Advancement & Alumni, and other senior leaders
Provide strategic counsel to Athletics leadership on donor engagement, messaging, and philanthropic opportunities

What we offer

Generous OBU provision of premium contributions for nationwide family-friendly Health and Dental coverages
Free life insurance that includes accidental death and dismemberment equal to an employee’s base salary
Access to optional employee-paid ancillary benefits like vision, hospitalization, critical illness, accident, additional employee-paid family life insurance coverages, and education benefits at OBU and other institutions of higher education
Generous paid time off that includes annual granted vacation time, accrued sick leave, six annual holidays, and week-long breaks for Thanksgiving and Christmas that include energy conservation days
Employer matching opportunity for retirement investments in a 403(b)(9) plan administered by Guide Stone
FREE family membership to the OBU Recreation and Wellness Center or RAWC
Global outreach university mission trips
Cafeteria discounts
Parking privileges

Fulltime

Director, Advancement

The Director of Advancement will develop and manage a portfolio of principal, ma...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

86482.00 - 129723.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
A minimum of 7 years of advancement/development experience at an institution of higher education, a multi-faceted arts organization, and/or other community-based non-profit
Experience with volunteers and/or boards and working on high-level events
Exceptional communication and organizational skills
ability to work both independently and as part of a team in fast-paced, multi-faceted environment
Equal ease with creating, managing, and maintaining both internal and external relationships, including high-priority donors, alumni, and volunteers, as well as University leadership
Superb oral, written, and interpersonal skills
Proactive relationship-building skills, with an ability to create nuanced and thoughtful relationships with alumni, donors, volunteers, faculty, administrators, and trustees
Excellent organization and project management skills, with an ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines with keen attention to detail
Broad knowledge of the principles of fundraising and ability to participate in all aspects of the gift cycle

Job Responsibility

Develop and manage a portfolio of principal, major gift, and leadership annual giving prospects
Develop sufficient knowledge of Eastman to effectively represent the school at local, regional, and national events and to provide guidance and assistance to regional University officers representing Eastman
Serve as prospect manager in several of Eastman’s top markets, ensuring that an appropriately sized prospect pool is strategically qualified, cultivated, and solicited both personally and by liaising with key regional gift officers
Effectively track and manage prospect “moves,” short- and long-term strategies, and next steps, including identifying and recommending opportunities for Decanal and Presidential engagement
Drive prospect engagement strategy in their designated geographic regions
Manage advancement projects within assigned areas of responsibility, including events in designated geographic regions
Cultivate and promote prospects for volunteer roles at Eastman
Oversee the Eastman Dean’s Circle, the school’s Rochester-based annual giving circle, including creating and overseeing a multi-year strategic plan and creating annual opportunities for engagement, stewardship, and communication
Manage the Dean’s Circle pipeline with peer Eastman and regional gift officers
Liaise with the George Eastman Circle (GEC) team to complement their calendar of Rochester-based events and stewardship opportunities

Fulltime

Advancement Executive Director, Wilmot Cancer Institute

Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice President for Advancement for the Univers...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

140350.00 - 210525.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required
Master’s Degree preferred
A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience required
or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated success in soliciting gifts over $100k, particularly in an academic medical setting required
Proven program management and leadership skills
experience leading a team of major gift officers required
Highly developed communication skills, including an ability to articulate philanthropic priorities related to medical research
political savviness
a high energy level

Job Responsibility

Planning and implementing a comprehensive fundraising and relationship-building program for the Wilmot Cancer Institute
Lead a high performing team focused on securing a minimum of $10M annually in philanthropic support
Work closely with Wilmot Cancer Institute leadership to identify and articulate philanthropic opportunities
Optimize grateful patient and community giving, principal, major, and planned giving, and stewardship activities
Manage a portfolio of approximately 75 principal and major gift prospects
Significant local and some national travel is required to engage prospective and current donors
Serve as the main communication liaison with Cancer Institute leadership, physicians and volunteers, including the Wilmot Cancer Institute Advisory Board
Work with the Board Chair to effectively guide board activities
Major Gift Fundraising
Strategic Leadership

Fulltime

Assistant Director of Development - Philanthropy, Comprehensive Cancer Center

The Assistant Director of Development - Philanthropy, Comprehensive Cancer Cente...

Location

United States , Winston Salem

Salary:

47.50 - 71.25 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
five years of fundraising experience, including major gifts
experience leading volunteer fundraising boards
Ability to work in a complex environment with the personal and technical skills necessary to establish priorities, set objectives, and achieve goals
adeptness in working with high net worth individuals and faculty/physicians
excellent written and oral communication skills
strong leadership and interpersonal skills
ability to relate research and program goals to external audience
capacity to build and maintain long-term relationships
proven presentation abilities

Job Responsibility

Identify, cultivate, and solicit individuals for major gifts ($50K+) and leadership gifts ($1M+) to the Center
Build and maintain a portfolio high-profile prospects who have the capacity to support the mission of the Cancer Center with substantial gifts
Develop strategies for solicitations, utilizing institutional leadership and volunteers appropriate to the level of solicitation
Work with research, annual funds, events, and special gifts teams to establish and implement strategies for identifying and qualifying major gifts prospects
Provide active leadership in coordinating the assignment of cancer prospects and projects with faculty and institution leaders
Identify new high-potential donors through various means—visit, qualify, and develop prospect cultivation plans
Follow established procedures for tracking and qualifying prospects and for recording and reporting gifts
Document all cultivation and solicitation activities with prospects in a timely and accurate fashion
Develop, review, and edit gift proposals. Track progress of proposal
strategize follow-up and intermediate moves between submission and decision

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

Assistant director of development - philanthropy, comprehensive cancer center

The Assistant Director of Development - Philanthropy, Comprehensive Cancer Cente...

Location

United States , Winston Salem

Salary:

47.50 - 71.25 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
five years of fundraising experience, including major gifts
experience leading volunteer fundraising boards
ability to work in a complex environment with the personal and technical skills necessary to establish priorities, set objectives, and achieve goals
adeptness in working with high net worth individuals and faculty/physicians
excellent written and oral communication skills
strong leadership and interpersonal skills
ability to relate research and program goals to external audience
capacity to build and maintain long-term relationships
proven presentation abilities

Job Responsibility

Serves as the philanthropic leader for Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s Comprehensive Cancer Center
reports to the Director of Major Gifts
maintains a close working relationship with the Director of the Comprehensive Cancer Center, Director of the Cancer Clinical Service Line and section heads for Hematology/Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Surgical Oncology
supervises at least one Major Gift Officer
leads the cancer fundraising effort on behalf of the Medical Center including raising funds that support education, research, patient aid, and clinical care
develops a philanthropic plan for the Comprehensive Cancer Center and provides strategic oversight of the plan
identify, cultivate, and solicit individuals for major gifts ($50K+) and leadership gifts ($1M+) to the Center
build and maintain a portfolio high-profile prospects
develop strategies for solicitations
work with research, annual funds, events, and special gifts teams to establish and implement strategies for identifying and qualifying major gifts prospects

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

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