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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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving major donor acquisition and building lasting relationships. As a senior front-line fundraiser, you will expand our donor base, manage a small portfolio, and mentor emerging...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Elevate donation strategies by developing patient prospect pipelines, analyzing data, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance fundraising success for healthcare initiatives and supporting dono...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic initiatives to secure major gifts, cultivate donor relationships, and enhance fundraising efforts. Oversee a dedicated team while managing a personal portfolio of high-value donors to a...

Today

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

$125K - $150K *

Manage and execute major gift strategies to secure financial support from donors. Lead a team, cultivate relationships, and drive fundraising initiatives to meet annual goals while collaborating with...

4 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Elevate fundraising efforts by planning and executing multi-channel campaigns, cultivating donor relationships, and analyzing performance to enhance participation and revenue. Collaborate with teams t...

Today

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

$82K - $105K *

Champion annual giving innovations as you lead strategic fundraising initiatives. Drive donor engagement and strengthen philanthropic support while managing multi-channel campaigns and collaborating a...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Champion impactful corporate partnerships to drive fundraising goals, cultivate relationships, and enhance community engagement. Collaborate with diverse teams to align corporate interests with organi...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic fundraising initiatives that drive significant support for academic programs, student success, and community engagement. Manage donor relationships, direct campai...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $140K *

Redefine financial leadership as you drive budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for an impactful organization. Leverage your expertise to enhance financial operations, manage a dedicated team, and su...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in real estate management and facilities operations across a vast portfolio, driving strategic initiatives, optimizing costs, and ensuring compliance through innovative vendor partners...

1 week ago

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

$111K - $139K *

Join a team that's shaping organizational strategy and governance. You'll partner with leadership to manage critical initiatives, oversee board operations, and enhance communication, driving impactful...

3 days ago

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

$84K - $150K *

Transform fundraising at the leadership level by expanding relationships with donors, crafting impactful proposals, and executing strategic initiatives to achieve your philanthropic goals in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

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

$105K - $139K *

Help us drive impactful fundraising initiatives in Athletics, focusing on major gifts. Lead donor strategies, engage with high-capacity prospects, and collaborate with university leaders to enhance ph...

2 weeks ago

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

$141K - $176K *

Grow your career with impactful fundraising strategies that leverage your expertise in arts and healthcare to build relationships with key foundations and drive significant philanthropic support for c...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K *

Join us in leading philanthropic strategy and fundraising for ArtsUNF and MOCA Jacksonville, managing major-gift portfolios and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to secure vital support for arts...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $82K *

Transform donor relationships by engaging a portfolio of 600 Leadership Circle households, driving strategies to grow revenue, enhance member experiences, and achieve fundraising goals through collabo...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of institutional growth by driving product adoption and engagement. Collaborate across sectors to expand tokenized assets, optimize market strategies, and support issuers in build...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $160K *

Accelerate transformational fundraising initiatives through strategic donor engagement and stewardship. Lead relationship building with high-value donors, corporations, and foundations to grow revenue...

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading transformational fundraising initiatives. Engage high-potential donors while managing a diverse portfolio to drive revenue growth and expand programmatic offerings. Jo...

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transformational fundraising, engaging top-tier prospects and donors. Lead strategic initiatives to cultivate relationships and enhance philanthropic efforts, all while...

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $160K *

Engage key stakeholders to drive transformational fundraising efforts, cultivating high-value prospects and donors. Develop tailored proposals and strategic partnerships to maximize revenue and suppor...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $130K *

Advance strategic fundraising efforts by leading development initiatives, managing a skilled team, and cultivating donor relationships to support innovative missions and ensure long-term organizationa...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

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 weeks ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing high-level executive support while managing multiple priorities and adapting seamlessly to the team's needs. Collaborate with leaders, ensuring efficient operations acros...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $87K *

Transform community engagement and outreach efforts by bridging diverse faith connections, managing vital services, and developing programs to combat domestic violence and oppression while leading a d...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.