Remote Area Director - Major Gifts & Donor Relations Leader

Colonial Group; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 87,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

World Vision is hiring an Area Director to maximize ministry by building long-term relationships with major donors and foundations contributing $25,000 or more. The role focuses on deepening donor understanding of holistic needs and encouraging sacrificial giving to WV’s mission.

The Area Director will lead integrated regional fundraising for Major Gifts, National Accounts, and Gift Planning, while representing WVUS and engaging with partners to advance the organization’s Christian mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience, with 5 years in fundraising or sales.
• Demonstrated ability to manage major accounts and develop business.
• Cultural fluency in Taiwanese/Chinese contexts and Mandarin/Cantonese preferred.

Responsibilities

• Raise a minimum of $1,500,000 each fiscal year through private funding, multi-year commitments, and gift planning.
• Plan and implement account management strategies for assigned accounts.
• Develop long-term donor relationships and connect donor interests with the WV mission.
• Network with current donors to locate new major gift prospects.
• Coordinate donor visits with WVUS leadership and project staff.
• Support donor-advised funds, stock gifts, and planned giving arrangements.
• Represent WVUS in speaking engagements and media interviews related to major gifts.

Skills

Networking

Prospecting Skills

Fundraising Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

World Vision is hiring an Area Director to maximize ministry by building long-term relationships with major donors and foundations contributing $25,000 or more. The role focuses on deepening donor understanding of holistic needs and encouraging sacrificial giving to WV’s mission.

The Area Director will lead integrated regional fundraising for Major Gifts, National Accounts, and Gift Planning, while representing WVUS and engaging with partners to advance the organization’s Christian mission.