Senior Planned Giving Director — Remote & Travel

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Professional development

Wellness programs

Job summary

The American Cancer Society, Inc. seeks a Director of Estate and Gift Planning in the Chicago area to lead a comprehensive planned giving program.

This strategic role focuses on securing bequests, trusts, and annuities through donor and advisor collaboration and robust moves-management practices. Travel is required; the role uses Salesforce/Crescendo and partners with philanthropy teams to expand blended gift opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• CAP or CFRE certification preferred.
• 3+ years in nonprofit fundraising or related relationship-building experience.

Responsibilities

• Meet prospects, donors, and advisors in person, by phone, or virtually to discuss giving options.
• Manage a portfolio through moves-management stages to secure planned gifts.
• Meet annual targets for visits, proposals, and new commitments.
• Utilize Salesforce to track contacts and progression.

Skills

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Networking

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

CAP/CFRE certification

Tools

Salesforce

Crescendo

Job description

The American Cancer Society, Inc. seeks a Director of Estate and Gift Planning in the Chicago area to lead a comprehensive planned giving program.

This strategic role focuses on securing bequests, trusts, and annuities through donor and advisor collaboration and robust moves-management practices. Travel is required; the role uses Salesforce/Crescendo and partners with philanthropy teams to expand blended gift opportunities.