Head of Philanthropy

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 230,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Head of Philanthropy to lead a healthcare-focused giving program. This remote role will guide a major giving strategy and strengthen donor relationships, translating complex scientific work into compelling funding proposals to support the global health mission.

You will partner with executive leadership, manage a small team, and oversee a structured philanthropy function with disciplined stewardship and measurable impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in major or principal gifts fundraising with a track record of seven-figure gifts.
• Experience building and improving development functions and leading teams.
• Deep knowledge of individual and family philanthropy and funding structures.
• Strong fundraising data management and prospect research skills.
• Ability to translate scientific concepts into compelling donor narratives.
• Excellent communication with high-level donors.
• Diplomatic in navigating complex organizational dynamics.
• Commitment to global health equity and mission alignment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance the individual and family giving strategy and operations.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors to secure significant gifts.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align philanthropy with organizational priorities.
• Manage a team of about six, shaping their priorities and methodologies.
• Develop and implement systems for effective donor engagement and stewardship.
• Translate scientific and technical information into impactful funding proposals.
• Drive the overall philanthropy function with a dedicated budget.

Skills

Major gifts

Team leadership

Donor relations

Data analytics

Storytelling

Executive comms

Diplomacy

Global health

Funding structures

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Head of Philanthropy to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space.

This role will guide a major giving strategy focused on building long-term philanthropic support for the organization's global health mission. The position is responsible for strengthening fundraising operations, deepening donor relationships, and translating complex scientific and technical work into compelling narratives that inspire investment. You will partner closely with executive leadership and manage a small team to drive a high-impact philanthropy function with clear goals and disciplined stewardship.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $230,000 - $260,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance the individual and family giving strategy and operations
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors to secure significant gifts
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align philanthropy with organizational priorities
• Manage a team of about six, shaping their priorities and methodologies
• Develop and implement systems for effective donor engagement and stewardship
• Translate scientific and technical information into impactful funding proposals
• Drive the overall philanthropy function with a dedicated budget

Qualifications

• 10+ years in major or principal gifts fundraising with a record of closing seven-figure donations
• Proven experience in building and improving development functions and team leadership
• In-depth knowledge of individual and family philanthropy, including various funding structures
• Strong analytical skills in fundraising data management and prospect research
• Ability to translate complex scientific and technical concepts into compelling donor narratives
• Exceptional communication skills for engaging with high-level donors
• Experience navigating complex organizational dynamics with diplomacy
• Commitment to global health equity and mission alignment

Benefits

• 15 vacation days, 10 holidays, 2 personal days, and 12 sick days annually
• Medical and dental insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement benefits

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.