Executive Advisor - Transformational Gifts (Memphis, TN or Remote in USA)

Thecentermemphis; Memphis (TN); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Core Medical Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution

Exceptional Paid Time Off

Maternity / Paternity Leave

Education Assistance

Job summary

Thecentermemphis is looking for an Executive Advisor, Transformational Gifts, to lead philanthropic initiatives and engage high-net-worth individuals for significant contributions. This role requires over 10 years of experience in philanthropy, particularly in closing substantial gifts within healthcare or education sectors. The advisor will collaborate with executive leadership, ensuring impactful donor relationships and strategic alignment with organizational goals. Comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and a robust retirement plan, are provided.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in high-value philanthropy, preferably within healthcare or higher education.
• Proven track record in closing large philanthropic gifts.
• Ability to communicate complex healthcare concepts to donors.

Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio to drive revenue through engagement with ultra-wealth individuals.
• Design strategies for transformational gifts aligning with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with C-suite executives for high-stake donor cultivation.

Skills

Fundraising

Strategic planning

Relationship management

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Job Description

At the intersection of generosity and healthcare innovation, the Executive Advisor, Transformational Gifts plays a critical leadership role in advancing our most ambitious philanthropic goals. This is not a traditional frontline fundraising role, although the Executive Advisor manages a portfolio of donors. It is a strategic, highly collaborative position focused on activating relationships with ultra‑wealth individuals, families and foundations, empowering leaders and aligning donor passions with institutional vision at the $10M+ giving level. As a trusted partner to executive leadership, professional advisors and relationship managers at all levels, this individual will help cultivate, shape, solicit and steward some of the most significant giving opportunities in our organization’s history.

Essential Job Duties

• Portfolio Management: Responsible for driving revenue through the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, closing and stewardship of $10M+ gifts, meeting or exceeding established goals.
• Transformational Gift Strategy: Partner with internal teams to design, refine, and drive strategies for engaging individuals, families and foundations with the capacity to make transformational gifts ($10M+), ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and impact goals.
• Consulting and Capacity Building: Provide strategic internal consulting to relationship managers across the organization, preparing them for donor conversations and long‑term relationship building.
• Executive Engagement: Collaborate with C‑Suite executives and other leaders on high‑stakes donor cultivation steps, preparing and coaching them for pivotal donor meetings, events and stewardship activities.
• High‑Value Volunteer Engagement: Support advisory boards and councils, planning meaningful engagement opportunities that deepen their connection to the mission and demonstrate impact.
• Narrative & Case Co‑Creation: Work cross‑functionally to co‑create custom proposals and transformational investment opportunities that reflect the donor’s vision and desired legacy.
• Strategic Initiatives & Campaign Leadership: Lead high‑profile philanthropic initiatives, including milestone anniversaries, enterprise‑wide campaigns and research‑focused funding priorities.

Job Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant experience, including proven experience in closing and/or advising on 8‑ and 9‑figure philanthropic conversations, ideally in healthcare, higher education or a complex mission‑driven institution.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Natural coach and facilitator, able to build confidence and skill in others while honoring their authentic leadership style.
• Ability to understand and translate in‑depth research initiatives and clinical care innovations into compelling, donor‑centered opportunities.
• Comfortable working in highly matrixed environments, influencing without formal authority.
• Exceptional emotional intelligence and ability to hold high‑trust, high‑impact conversations with internal and external stakeholders.
• Extensive travel required; willingness and flexibility to travel nationally, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits & Perks

• Core Medical Coverage (low‑cost low‑deductible medical, dental and vision insurance plans)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development
• Further benefits available upon request

ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.

ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.