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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$100K - $199K *

Innovate client strategies by leading integrated marketing efforts across key B2B accounts. Elevate brand impact and ensure alignment between marketing objectives and measurable business outcomes. Cha...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $199K *

Grow your career with a senior leadership role shaping integrated marketing strategies for B2B technology clients. Lead client relationships, elevate team performance, and drive measurable business ou...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $199K *

Shape the future of integrated marketing as you lead client strategy, connect with senior stakeholders, and enhance account performance to drive growth and deliver measurable business results across d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $139K *

Transform your career by leading strategic initiatives that shape organizational direction. Collaborate with senior leadership to manage cross-functional projects, board governance, and impactful comm...

1 week ago

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

$76K - $145K *

Unlock potential by joining our dynamic team to advance gift planning strategies. Utilize your expertise to manage donor relationships, support fundraising efforts, and foster a culture of philanthrop...

2 weeks ago

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

$180K - $250K *

Champion strategic fundraising initiatives, managing a dynamic portfolio of major gifts. Collaborate with leadership and scientists to develop impactful donor engagement strategies, while mentoring a...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Elevate support for educational advancement by directing annual giving initiatives across multiple units. Collaborate with teams to enhance fundraising strategies and utilize data for impactful fundra...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Lead the execution of a comprehensive fundraising strategy, managing major donor, corporate, and foundation relationships while driving revenue growth and overseeing daily development operations to ac...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $139K *

Lead fundraising initiatives for Athletics, focusing on major gifts and donor engagement. Cultivate relationships with high-capacity donors, develop strategic campaigns, and collaborate with universit...

Yesterday

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

$106K - $139K *

Drive fundraising excellence by securing major gifts for Athletics. Collaborate with university leaders to develop strategies, manage donor portfolios, and elevate philanthropic support, while leading...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to cultivating transformative donor relationships and securing major gifts to support strategic university initiatives. Lead fundraising efforts while collaborating with a...

2 weeks ago

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

$112K - $130K *

Transform fundraising efforts by leading strategic initiatives to engage high-net-worth donors while managing a dynamic team, cultivating deep relationships, and securing essential funding that suppor...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$80K - $96K *

Transform your career by leading donor engagement and growth strategies. Develop and implement data-informed campaigns to enhance annual giving, build donor relationships, and support impactful fundra...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Engage and lead major gifts strategy at the school, fostering philanthropy and donor relations while managing campaigns to support our mission and community...

4 weeks ago

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

$91K *

Engage in transformative fundraising by driving major and planned giving initiatives. Build lasting relationships with donors and advisors to enhance philanthropy efforts and position the organization...

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1 month ago

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

$101K - $131K *

Transform partnerships by cultivating corporate and foundation relationships, leading grant proposals, and engaging stakeholders to amplify global health funding and advocacy initiatives that create l...

4 weeks ago

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

$106K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic institutional fundraising initiatives. Engage with foundations, corporations, and government entities to sustain partnerships that advance educational equity in N...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive innovative fundraising initiatives, overseeing class campaigns and securing alumni leadership gifts. Cultivate relationships and manage volunteer leadership to enhance alumni...

Yesterday

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

$114K - $130K *

Join a team that builds and nurtures client relationships, crafts tailored financial strategies, and leads a skilled team to achieve exceptional client service and business growth in wealth management...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of higher education by leading fundraising initiatives that fuel student success and program growth, engaging with donors to inspire generous contributions that align with the foundat...

2 days ago

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

$90K *

Lead innovative fundraising strategies and donor engagement efforts to strengthen support for the mission. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance awareness and sustainability while cultivating major...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Transform insights into actionable marketing strategies while leading a team, maximizing advertiser investments, and engaging with cross-functional teams to drive business growth in a dynamic retail m...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$202K - $343K *

Elevate your career by leading complex financial operations and strategic business planning in a dynamic healthcare environment. Partner with leadership to drive growth initiatives and optimize financ...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading philanthropic initiatives to enhance healthcare quality and donor experiences. Drive strategic goals, foster relationships, and cultivate a culture of giving at a high...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at developing and implementing leadership programs to enhance the skills and effectiveness of educators within a large school district, focusing on continuous improvement and partn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.