Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 8 – 10 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience.
• Demonstrated success securing and stewarding major gifts of $10,000 or more.
• Experience managing donor portfolios and moving prospects through the cultivation cycle.
• Experience working with nonprofit boards, executive leadership, and volunteer fundraisers.
• Bachelor's degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of relationship-based fundraising principles, donor cultivation strategies, and best practices.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to build trust and maintain long-term donor relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with donor CRM systems and fundraising analytics.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a results-driven approach.
• Skilled in building and maintaining professional relationships with donors, board members, and stakeholders.
• Collaboration skills to work effectively with leadership, board members, and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Background in drug prevention education and/or healthcare is a plus.
• Master’s degree or CFRE (Certified Fund-Raising Executive) designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive major gifts program focused on gifts of $10,000+.
• Create annual and multi-year fundraising strategies to increase major donor revenue.
• Establish measurable goals for donor acquisition, retention, upgrades, and stewardship.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified major gift prospects.
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 100–150 major donor prospects and current supporters.
• Conduct regular donor meetings, virtual visits, and cultivation events.
• Develop personalized engagement and solicitation strategies for each donor.
• Prepare proposals, impact reports, donor correspondence, and gift agreements.
• Secure major gifts through face-to-face solicitations and strategic stewardship.
• Identify new major gift prospects through research, referrals, events, and board engagement.
• Analyze donor giving patterns and philanthropic capacity.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop individualized cultivation plans.
• Partner with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to leverage relationships and maximize fundraising opportunities.
• Prepare donor briefing materials and meeting strategies for leadership and volunteer solicitors.
• Support board members in fundraising activities and relationship management.
• Design and implement exceptional stewardship programs that demonstrate donor impact.
• Ensure timely acknowledgment, recognition, and reporting for all major donors.
• Create meaningful opportunities for donors to engage with Victoria’s Voice programs, initiatives, and beneficiaries.
• Maintain accurate donor records and activity tracking within the organization's CRM.
• Monitor fundraising performance and prepare reports on portfolio activity, pipeline movement, and revenue projections.
• Utilize donor data to inform fundraising strategy and decision-making.
• Work closely with the Executive Director, Corporate Partnerships Director, Marketing team, and program staff to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities.
• Support special events, campaigns, and strategic initiatives that strengthen donor engagement and philanthropic growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low-Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact