Welcome to High-Paying Director, Major Gifts Jobs

Whether you are experienced in the dynamic field of major gifts fundraising or seeking new opportunities, we offer an array of roles that comes with massive financial rewards. At Ladders, you can easily find the career progression you are aiming for in this lucrative field.

Why Major Gifts?

Careers in fundraising, particularly major gifts, offer incredible potential for financial growth and the opportunity to contribute to the philanthropic landscape of various sectors. As a Director of Major Gifts, you would play a pivotal role in transforming any nonprofit organization's financial trajectory and make tangible impacts.

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Start browsing countless high-paying director, major gifts jobs awaiting at Ladders. Expand your horizons and elevate your career profile today.

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$150K - $180K *

Champion strategic leadership for preconstruction in energy infrastructure, overseeing estimating, design, procurement, and project execution to drive successful utility-scale electricity projects fro...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$165K - $185K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$222K - $278K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$204K - $327K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $155K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $145K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$182K - $247K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $175K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $260K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $154K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $140K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $220K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $124K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $135K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee campaign management and major gifts fundraising, ensuring alignment with organizational values while fostering spiritual development and community culture for impactful...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Director, Major Gifts job?question toggle

    A Director, Major Gifts, primarily oversees the planning and implementation of strategies to secure donations from high-worth individuals for a nonprofit organization.

  • What skills are required for Director, Major Gifts jobs?question toggle

    Key skills include strategic planning, donor relationship management, excellent communication abilities, and a keen understanding of philanthropic trends.

  • What kind of organizations hire for Director, Major Gifts roles?question toggle

    Typically, nonprofits and educational institutions hire for these roles. However, any organization that relies heavily on philanthropy might require a Director, Major Gifts.

  • What are the typical responsibilities of a Director, Major Gifts?question toggle

    Their responsibilities often include developing major gift strategies, managing relationships with potential donors, leading fundraising efforts, and working towards the financial goals of the organization.