Director of Major Gifts

The Director of Major Gifts is responsible for designing and executing Issue One's 501(c)3 major gifts program, managing a portfolio of high-value donor relationships, and driving revenue growth through strategic cultivation and solicitation.

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of progressive experience in major gifts fundraising, donor relations, or relationship-based sales
• Demonstrated success managing a portfolio of major donors or high-value clients with proven track record of securing five- and six-figure gifts
• Experience with political advocacy, nonprofit fundraising, or democracy reform is highly preferred
• Deep familiarity with the donor lifecycle and successful execution of moves management strategies
• Experience working with donor databases (Salesforce preferred) and research tools (iWave)
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with ability to connect authentically with high-net-worth individuals
• Strong written and verbal communication with ability to craft compelling donor narratives and proposals
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage complex donor pipeline
• Strategic thinking with comfort making independent decisions about donor engagement
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
• Comfort with metrics-driven approach to fundraising and portfolio management
• Understanding of fundraising best practices, moves management and philanthropic trends
• Familiarity with democracy reform and the U.S. political system

Benefits

• Platinum health plan with 100% of the premium paid by Issue One
• More than 50 paid days off annually
• Reimbursements and stipends for commuting and work-related travel
• Wellness reimbursements and student loan assistance
• Professional development opportunities