Director, Planned Giving & Donor Relations

American Cancer Society, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

American Cancer Society, Inc. in Dallas, TX seeks a Director of Estate and Gift Planning to lead the planned giving program, manage donor relationships, and work with legal/financial advisors to secure deferred gifts.

The role requires 3+ years in nonprofit fundraising, a Bachelor's degree (CAP/CFRE preferred), and travel two‑three days per week. Starting salary ranges and benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Certificate(s) or License(s): CAP, CFRE.
• 3+ years' experience in nonprofit fundraising or related relationship building.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
• Reliable internet connection.

Responsibilities

• Meet prospects and donors in person, by phone, and virtually to share information about planned giving.
• Grow and manage a portfolio through moves management stages (identification to stewardship).
• Achieve annual targets for visits, proposals, and new planned gifts.
• Utilize Salesforce to track and report donor activity and progression.
• Collaborate with colleagues to expand blended gift proposals and opportunities.
• Stay current on estate gifting techniques, tax laws, and trends.
• Understand the Society's cancer-related work to communicate impact.

Skills

Donor relationship management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Project management

Networking

Confidentiality

Customer-centricity

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CAP

CFRE

Tools

Salesforce

Crescendo

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Cancer Society, Inc. in Dallas, TX seeks a Director of Estate and Gift Planning to lead the planned giving program, manage donor relationships, and work with legal/financial advisors to secure deferred gifts.

The role requires 3+ years in nonprofit fundraising, a Bachelor's degree (CAP/CFRE preferred), and travel two‑three days per week. Starting salary ranges and benefits accompany the position.