Director of Major Gifts & Strategic Philanthropy

ChildFund India Group; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ChildFund International seeks a Director II, Philanthropy to lead a high-impact major gifts program and secure six-, seven-, and eight-figure gifts. The role focuses on strategic prospecting, donor engagement, and multi-year commitments across individuals and family foundations.

The position offers a flexible location in the Northeast United States with hybrid work; Richmond-based staff attend two office days weekly. Salary range $135,000-$150,000 annually.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in nonprofit major gift fundraising with established success securing six- and seven-figure gifts.
• Experience leading fundraising campaigns including external prospecting.
• Experience leading a fundraising team.
• Extensive networking experience.
• Experience working across cultures and languages.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy and execution of a best-in-class major and principal gifts program, driving growth in six- and seven-figure gifts and multi-year commitments.
• Design and execute innovative prospecting strategies to identify, qualify, and acquire new major and principal gift donors from external sources.
• Advance donor engagement strategies that deepen relationships and increase lifetime value across major, planned, and blended giving vehicles.
• Partner cross-functionally to align donor interests with organizational priorities, developing compelling opportunities that inspire significant philanthropic investment.
• Stay current on external giving trends, as well as industry-related technology and innovation.

Skills

Major gifts fundraising

Team leadership

Donor engagement

Networking

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

ChildFund International seeks a Director II, Philanthropy to lead a high-impact major gifts program and secure six-, seven-, and eight-figure gifts. The role focuses on strategic prospecting, donor engagement, and multi-year commitments across individuals and family foundations.

The position offers a flexible location in the Northeast United States with hybrid work; Richmond-based staff attend two office days weekly. Salary range $135,000-$150,000 annually.