Director of Major Gifts & Donor Strategy

Selfhelp; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Selfhelp's Foundation seeks a Director of Development to lead major gifts fundraising, overseeing a portfolio of donors and foundations while collaborating with leadership and volunteers to advance our mission.

The role includes planning multi-year campaigns, organizing signature events, and strengthening donor stewardship through strategic communications, ensuring diverse communities are engaged and results drive growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive fundraising experience with major gifts.
• Proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, and closing five- and six-figure gifts.
• Experience working with volunteer leaders, Boards, and fundraising committees.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements a strategic fundraising plan for major gift prospects and donors.
• Plans multi-year campaigns and donor engagement initiatives to grow support.
• Leads and manages Selfhelp's major fundraising events and donor stewardship activities.
• Collaborates with senior leadership, Board members, and volunteers to maximize fundraising opportunities.
• Oversees communications, donor materials, and stewardship reporting.

Skills

Relationship-building

Project management

Public speaking

CRM proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

CFRE certification

Advanced degree

Tools

CRM / donor database

Microsoft Office

Job description

Selfhelp's Foundation seeks a Director of Development to lead major gifts fundraising, overseeing a portfolio of donors and foundations while collaborating with leadership and volunteers to advance our mission.

The role includes planning multi-year campaigns, organizing signature events, and strengthening donor stewardship through strategic communications, ensuring diverse communities are engaged and results drive growth.