Director of Donor Growth & Systems

Spirit League; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexandria House in Los Angeles seeks a Director of Philanthropy to lead and grow our fundraising program, building systems that sustain long-term donor support and community impact.

The role emphasizes major gifts, move management, CRM optimization, reporting, and collaboration with the Executive Director; the successful candidate will mentor staff and serve as a public-facing ambassador.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive fundraising and development experience, including major gifts.
• Proven ability to elevate a philanthropy program.
• Experience as a public-facing fundraiser or speaker.

Responsibilities

• Develop an annual development strategy focused on growing individual giving.
• Build donor move management and segmentation for stronger engagement.
• Lead CRM optimization, reporting, and data-driven insights.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and board to advance fundraising.
• Mentor and develop the development team to achieve shared goals.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Donor cultivation

Public speaking

Strategic planning

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Blackbaud or similar

Job description

Alexandria House in Los Angeles seeks a Director of Philanthropy to lead and grow our fundraising program, building systems that sustain long-term donor support and community impact.

The role emphasizes major gifts, move management, CRM optimization, reporting, and collaboration with the Executive Director; the successful candidate will mentor staff and serve as a public-facing ambassador.