Remote Director of Major Gifts & Donor Strategy

RadioJobs; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

NPR is seeking a strategic, mission-driven Director of Individual Giving to lead a portfolio of high-net-worth donors and drive major gifts sourcing and stewardship. You will build moves management, collaborate across NPR and member stations, and craft compelling donor materials to meet revenue goals.

The role requires 5+ years frontline fundraising experience, a track record of closing six-figure gifts, and strong relationship-building skills. Remote-permitted with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years frontline fundraising experience at a large, complex organization.
• Proven track record of successfully cultivating and closing six-figure gifts and pledges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building with high-net-worth donors.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of 100–150 major gift prospects, including NPR Foundation Board members.
• Secure high 6- to 7-figure gifts with comprehensive solicitation plans.
• Develop moves management to track activity and progress toward revenue goals.
• Create donor proposals, impact reports, and briefing materials.
• Maintain donor data in Salesforce with accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with NPR stations, Planned Giving, and other teams.
• Adhere to ethics and NPR’s mission in all donor interactions.
• Identify new donors through discovery qualifications and outreach.

Skills

Portfolio management

Donor strategy

Moves management

Collaboration

Donor reporting

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

NPR is seeking a strategic, mission-driven Director of Individual Giving to lead a portfolio of high-net-worth donors and drive major gifts sourcing and stewardship. You will build moves management, collaborate across NPR and member stations, and craft compelling donor materials to meet revenue goals.

The role requires 5+ years frontline fundraising experience, a track record of closing six-figure gifts, and strong relationship-building skills. Remote-permitted with travel as needed.