Civic Fundraising Architect (Major Gifts & Partnerships)

EQL Tech (frontier talent); San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

EQL Tech is seeking a Director of Development for Big Art Loop in San Francisco. This role focuses on building a fundraising function for a major public art initiative, requiring 7+ years of experience in development and proven success in closing large donations.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, build donor relationships, and lead fundraising events, helping to shape the development strategy from the ground up.

Compensation is $150K with necessary in-person work at donor engagements and events.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in development with a proven success record in closing significant gifts.
• Experience in building or scaling development functions.
• Polished written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the major gifts pipeline and prepare the CEO for cultivation moments.
• Lead corporate partnerships and manage institutional giving efforts.
• Coordinate fundraising events and support the board on giving.

Skills

Proven closer

Builder

Cross-trained

Sharp communicator

Trusted operator

Tools

Salesforce

Google Workspace

AI tools

Job description

EQL Tech is seeking a Director of Development for Big Art Loop in San Francisco. This role focuses on building a fundraising function for a major public art initiative, requiring 7+ years of experience in development and proven success in closing large donations.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, build donor relationships, and lead fundraising events, helping to shape the development strategy from the ground up.

Compensation is $150K with necessary in-person work at donor engagements and events.