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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$160K - $185K *

Innovate and elevate fundraising strategies while managing major gifts donor relationships. Lead regional efforts to secure six and seven-figure donations through strategic cultivation, stewardship, a...

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive demand generation strategies that ensure pipeline growth and revenue impact. Lead a high-performing team, optimize customer acquisition, and leverage analytics to enhance funnel efficiency and c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $201K *

Champion sales initiatives within key health systems to build relationships, drive growth, and optimize customer satisfaction by implementing tailored strategies using Medline's comprehensive product...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$116K - $216K *

Reimagine marketing strategy by leading a diverse team to elevate brand presence and drive demand in healthcare markets. Collaborate cross-functionally with executives to enhance growth and ensure eff...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing a recruiting strategy for Sales Managers, enhancing their performance and growth. Drive onboarding and support while positively influencing business obje...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $125K *

Drive impactful communications strategies for high-growth tech firms shaping energy and infrastructure. Lead media relations and creative storytelling while mentoring teams and managing multiple clien...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$171K - $256K *

Champion the strategic deployment of projects in State & Local Government, overseeing budgets, timelines, and team dynamics. Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leaders, ensuring project excellenc...

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Reposted 1 week ago

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

$325K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise sales by driving complex deals and expanding market presence. You'll engage with key stakeholders, build relationships, and leverage innovative strategies to e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $180K *

Oversee end-to-end delivery of enterprise-level growth programs, ensuring alignment across teams. Drive project execution from requirements definition to site launch, balancing cost, schedule, and qua...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $125K *

Innovate philanthropic partnerships by leading strategic fundraising initiatives, ensuring compliance, and driving impactful engagement with Fortune 500 corporations, while collaboratively advancing g...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $112K *

Shape strategic communication and marketing as a leader driving brand integrity, stakeholder engagement, and team collaboration. Ensure effective and consistent messaging across channels while oversee...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Optimize compliance impact by leading analytics in transaction monitoring and blockchain validation. Leverage expertise in fraud prevention across traditional finance and crypto sectors while ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $195K *

Lead the charge in strategic clinical operations, overseeing development and execution of programs across multiple disciplines to align with corporate objectives and ensure operational excellence in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering enterprise-level growth programs by ensuring alignment across all functions, driving planning and execution adherence, and managing complex initiatives for timely product...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $147K *

Optimize implementation processes and lead cross-functional teams to deliver healthcare software solutions, ensuring high customer satisfaction and adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standar...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Lead the product marketing strategy for diverse areas, enhancing market positioning and messaging through customer insights and cross-functional collaboration to drive product adoption and revenue gro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$240K - $270K *

Transform customer relationships through personalized CRM strategies that elevate lifetime value per install. Lead a team in enhancing customer engagement across all channels and develop new value cre...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead strategic financial initiatives by providing insights and analysis to enhance business performance, partner with executives to drive results, and manage a high-performing finance team for operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $130K *

Accelerate impact by leading strategic sourcing initiatives for technology services, optimizing procurement, and forging strong supplier partnerships to deliver value and mitigate risk across the orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$400K - $475K *

Unlock potential by leading and scaling high-performance enterprise sales teams. Oversee revenue growth from $100M to $500M+, while engaging C-suite executives and ensuring customer value through effe...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $229K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior operational leader to drive complex healthcare implementations. Lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and build scalable processes. Shape the i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $230K *

Lead the charge in strategic leadership of engineering disciplines, guiding operational excellence and client relations while ensuring divisional goals are met across mission-critical projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of public health research as a financial leader, overseeing grants and budget management. Lead a team to support innovative projects, ensuring compliance while collaborating with facu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$175K *

Drive the long-term architecture and strategy for core revenue systems. Lead a growing team to enhance data integrity and scalability for Sales, Finance, and Customer Success while partnering with lea...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance growth by leading strategic partnerships and fostering executive relationships with key technology and advisory partners. You will orchestrate collaborative initiatives, drive value across eco...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.