Director of Major Gifts

The Director of Major Gifts secures significant philanthropic support for Second Stage, managing a portfolio of donors capable of contributing major annual gifts to Second Stage, both stewarding our current donors and cultivating and securing new donors.

Requirements

• Identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit donors
• Build a portfolio of donors and prospects capable of making sustained annual gifts
• Collaborate with colleagues on the Development Team to develop a robust major gift pipeline
• Lead the revitalization of the planned giving program
• Maintain consistent and appropriate contact with prospects and donors
• Mentor and coach junior staff members
• Perform other duties to support the Development Department
• Work with senior leadership and artistic staff to understand priorities
• Prepare colleagues to engage and solicit donors

Benefits

• Vacation
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage