Remote Director of Planned Giving & Estate Strategy

American Cancer Society, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

American Cancer Society, Inc. is seeking a Planned Giving Director for a permanently remote role based in Chicago, IL.

The role will develop, manage, and implement a comprehensive planned giving program to secure bequests, trusts, and annuities, while cultivating relationships with donors and professionals. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years in nonprofit fundraising, and experience with planned giving tools such as Crescendo/Salesforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• CAP, CFRE preferred.
• 3+ years in nonprofit fundraising or related relationship-building.
• Driver’s license required; reliable internet connection.

Responsibilities

• Meet prospects, donors, and advisors in person, by phone, or virtually to discuss planned giving options.
• Grow and manage a portfolio through moves management stages.
• Meet annual targets for visits, proposals, and new commitments.
• Use Salesforce to track and report donor activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to expand blended gift opportunities.
• Stay current on estate and gifting techniques and tax laws.

Skills

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Communication

Networking

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Salesforce

Crescendo

Job description

American Cancer Society, Inc. is seeking a Planned Giving Director for a permanently remote role based in Chicago, IL.

The role will develop, manage, and implement a comprehensive planned giving program to secure bequests, trusts, and annuities, while cultivating relationships with donors and professionals. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years in nonprofit fundraising, and experience with planned giving tools such as Crescendo/Salesforce.