Midwest Regional Development Director — Major Gifts Leader

Lambda Legal; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Premium subscription to Calm App

Professional development funds

Job summary

Lambda Legal seeks a Regional Development Director in Chicago to lead fundraising efforts for the Midwest. This full-time role involves managing a major gifts portfolio, supervising a team, and collaborating on high-impact fundraising events. The salary range is $125,000 to $145,000, with a hybrid work model requiring at least three days in-office. Ideal candidates will have over seven years of fundraising experience and a commitment to LGBTQ+ civil rights.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in major gift fundraising.
• Proven success in soliciting six-figure gifts.
• Experience managing a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of major gift donors.
• Lead fundraising events in the Midwest region.
• Supervise and mentor team members.

Skills

Fundraising expertise

Relationship building

Team leadership

Communication skills

Data analytics

Project management

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lambda Legal seeks a Regional Development Director in Chicago to lead fundraising efforts for the Midwest. This full-time role involves managing a major gifts portfolio, supervising a team, and collaborating on high-impact fundraising events. The salary range is $125,000 to $145,000, with a hybrid work model requiring at least three days in-office. Ideal candidates will have over seven years of fundraising experience and a commitment to LGBTQ+ civil rights.