Senior Major Gifts Director, Southeast (Remote)

Obama Foundation; United States; Remote; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

The Obama Foundation is seeking a Director of Development, Southeast, to lead and grow the Foundation’s fundraising program for the region, partnering with the Senior Director of Development, East. You will cultivate relationships with Alumni and Team East colleagues to solicit six- and seven-figure gifts.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Development for the East, this role suits a proven fundraiser who is values-driven and ready to lead with collaboration.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years in fundraising, with at least 5 years in a leadership role securing funds.
• Track record of building relationships with major donors and closing gifts of at least $1M+.
• Deep understanding of fundraising programs and high-level gift strategies, including Planned Giving.
• Ability to develop long-term, productive relationships internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio Strategy & Management: create and lead the strategy for a portfolio of major gifts donors and prospects at scale.
• Donor & Prospect Engagement: build and manage relationships through visits, correspondence, and events; collaborate with Operations to identify prospects.
• Volunteer Management: partner with alumni and volunteers to support regional fundraising efforts.
• Principal Engagement: support meeting prep and follow-up with senior principals; plan development travel.
• Region Collaboration: work with other regional fundraisers and share best practices.
• Philanthropy Stewardship: represent the Development team externally and promote a culture of philanthropy.
• Operating Effectiveness: drive Salesforce adoption and use data to inform decisions.
• Fundraising Collateral: ensure timely creation of proposals and materials with Donor Relations support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fundraising

Leadership

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

The Obama Foundation is seeking a Director of Development, Southeast, to lead and grow the Foundation’s fundraising program for the region, partnering with the Senior Director of Development, East. You will cultivate relationships with Alumni and Team East colleagues to solicit six- and seven-figure gifts.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Development for the East, this role suits a proven fundraiser who is values-driven and ready to lead with collaboration.