Advancement Director, Major Gifts (Remote, West)

Lever, Inc.; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Club is seeking an Advancement Director for the West to identify, cultivate, and solicit gifts of $25,000 and above. This remote role supports campaigns advancing climate, wilderness, and justice across the region.

Based remotely with preference for the Pacific Northwest, you will join a dynamic team raising substantial annual funds. Expect 30–50% travel, strong donor stewardship, and strategic fundraising planning to grow the pipeline.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level fundraising experience with six-figure gifts.
• Ability to manage a portfolio of high-potential prospects and donors.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Experience in nonprofit fundraising preferred.

Responsibilities

• Personally manages a portfolio of high-potential prospects and donors.
• Solicits gifts of $25,000 and more to meet organizational revenue goals.
• Collaborates with senior staff to identify and pursue new prospects.
• Maintains donor database and accurate records of interactions.
• Travel 30-40% across the country.

Skills

Major gifts fundraising

Portfolio management

Donor cultivation

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Job description

Sierra Club is seeking an Advancement Director for the West to identify, cultivate, and solicit gifts of $25,000 and above. This remote role supports campaigns advancing climate, wilderness, and justice across the region.

Based remotely with preference for the Pacific Northwest, you will join a dynamic team raising substantial annual funds. Expect 30–50% travel, strong donor stewardship, and strategic fundraising planning to grow the pipeline.