US Major Gifts Executive - Development Leader (Remote)

Ripple Effect U.S; New Albany (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ripple Effect US seeks a dynamic Vice President of Development / US Lead to drive major gifts nationwide, focusing on donors $5,000+ and partnering with the Board to advance fundraising goals.

Reports to CEO, Brooke U.S. as management partner; role is full-time, remote, travel up to 40% including international, with evenings/weekends for donor meetings. You will manage a portfolio of 75–100 donors, solicit and steward, develop strategies, and collaborate with board and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years of direct experience in major gift fundraising with a proven track record of closing gifts at $5,000+.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in donor database systems.
• Willingness to travel nationally and occasionally internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead the major gifts program to meet annual revenue targets.
• Manage a portfolio of 75–100 high-potential donors and prospects, conducting 100–150 meaningful donor interactions annually.
• Identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit new major gift prospects, including individuals, corporations, foundations, and donor-advised funds.
• Develop and execute strategies to move prospects from cultivation to solicitation and closure.
• Partner with the Board and volunteers in donor engagement, including hosting events and meetings.
• Support grant proposals and other fundraising initiatives as needed.

Skills

Major gifts fundraising

Donor relations

Portfolio management

Campaign strategy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Donor databases

Job description

Ripple Effect US seeks a dynamic Vice President of Development / US Lead to drive major gifts nationwide, focusing on donors $5,000+ and partnering with the Board to advance fundraising goals.

Reports to CEO, Brooke U.S. as management partner; role is full-time, remote, travel up to 40% including international, with evenings/weekends for donor meetings. You will manage a portfolio of 75–100 donors, solicit and steward, develop strategies, and collaborate with board and volunteers.