Major Gifts Officer/Director of Partnerships

National Taxpayers Union • Washington, DC

30d • $90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

National Taxpayers Union (NTU) and National Taxpayers Union Foundation (NTUF) are leading non-profit organizations dedicated to advocating for lower taxes, limited government, and fiscal responsibility. We seek a Director of Partnerships to expand our fundraising efforts, particularly with growing our individual base. This role will play a crucial part in supporting our mission by managing donor relations with a portfolio of contributors and prospects.

Requirements

• A track record of 3-5 years of success in non-profit fundraising, or sales.
• Proficiency in database management, with experience using Salesforce or similar CRM systems, is preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a commitment to data accuracy and quality.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A genuine interest in and commitment to the mission and values of the National Taxpayers Union and National Taxpayers Union Foundation.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in database management, with experience using Salesforce or similar CRM systems, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Donor Cultivation & Stewardship: Build strong, long-term relationships through personalized outreach, regular communications, and meaningful touchpoints to deepen donor engagement.
• Portfolio Management: Manage and grow a portfolio of approximately 100 high-net-worth individuals and major donor prospects.
• Solicitations & Gift Closures: Develop and execute tailored strategies to solicit and close gifts, including multi-year commitments.
• Travel & Events: Represent NTU/NTUF at donor meetings, conferences, and events. Travel is expected approximately every 4–6 weeks.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with the development, marketing, and policy teams to align donor engagement with organizational priorities. Support the preparation of donor materials, proposals, and reports.

Benefits

• health insurance with generous employer premium contribution
• 401(k) retirement plan with 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and 50% on the next 2% of contributions
• 12 paid holidays plus vacation and sick leave and office closure with relaxed work schedule between Christmas and New Year’s

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees