Remote Tri-State Major Gifts Director

Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Travel opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is seeking a full-time Regional Development Director to manage a high-value donor portfolio across the Tri-State region. The ideal candidate will have extensive fundraising experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with high-capacity donors.

This role involves developing strategic donor engagement plans, collaborating with senior leadership, and representing FDD at significant events. Knowledge of national security issues is preferred. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including healthcare coverage.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of professional fundraising experience with significant gifts.
• Strong knowledge of foreign policy and national security issues.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a high-value donor portfolio.
• Lead strategic donor engagement and relationship management.
• Represent FDD at high-level donor programs and events.

Skills

Fundraising expertise

Relationship management

Knowledge of foreign policy

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Job description

The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is seeking a full-time Regional Development Director to manage a high-value donor portfolio across the Tri-State region. The ideal candidate will have extensive fundraising experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with high-capacity donors.

This role involves developing strategic donor engagement plans, collaborating with senior leadership, and representing FDD at significant events. Knowledge of national security issues is preferred. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including healthcare coverage.