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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$104K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading international admissions strategies, managing staff, and enhancing enrollment through innovative recruitment initiatives and collaborative partnerships focused on student s...

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

$122K - $212K *

Champion the development of strategic training solutions for Sales leaders, enhancing core competencies and commercial excellence. Lead a team to create personalized, data-driven learning journeys and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $212K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative training strategies for sales and commercial teams. Shape future leaders through customized programs that enhance skills, drive performance, a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate financial accuracy and strategic guidance by leading reporting and compliance efforts, enhancing internal controls, and partnering with departmental leaders to support operational performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Inspire donor engagement by creating personalized experiences and recognition programs. Oversee donor stewardship efforts and manage relationships with Foundation leadership and Board members to enhan...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving regional philanthropy growth through strategic partnerships, team leadership, and major gift fundraising efforts, aligning organizational goals with donor engagement to cul...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize the philanthropic strategy in the Austin region, driving growth through effective partnership with leadership and community engagement. Lead a high-performing team to enhance fundraising effo...

2 weeks ago

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

$103K - $150K *

Empower the Wealth Marketing team by driving innovative strategies that enhance client engagement and retention, coordinating across multiple marketing functions while building strong partnerships to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $150K *

Lead transformative marketing strategies that drive client engagement and retention in wealth management. Collaborate across teams to implement audience-focused programs and track performance, ensurin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $150K *

Collaborate to shape impactful marketing strategies that enhance client engagement and retention within wealth management services, driving measurable business outcomes through cross-functional teamwo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing financial operations and strategic oversight. Lead endowment management and financial reporting while collaborating with senior leadership and external stakeh...

1 week ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Transform your digital marketing expertise by leading innovative campaigns that enhance peer-to-peer fundraising. Collaborate across teams to optimize content and drive engagement, ultimately improvin...

3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $185K *

Lead the charge in expanding growth across North America agency partnerships. Own strategic relationships, drive revenue, coach a team, and influence agency stakeholders for successful commercial outc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $104K *

Transform donor relationships and elevate giving strategies to support art initiatives. Drive major fundraising efforts by engaging high-capacity donors, collaborating with diverse teams, and executin...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your impact by leading audience personalization strategies to enhance donor engagement. Drive insights and innovations across marketing and fundraising to cultivate meaningful relationships an...

5 days ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in aligning human capital strategies with institutional priorities, integrating advanced AI and workforce analytics to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee experience acro...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Champion transformative human capital initiatives and drive strategic alignment to enhance organizational performance and employee experience using data-driven decision-making and innovative program d...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Engage in strategic leadership to align human capital initiatives with institutional priorities, overseeing workforce analytics, HR technology, and policy design to enhance organizational effectivenes...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic marketing team that drives community engagement and enhances property presence through innovative promotions, events, and strategic partnerships while ensuring exceptio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$69K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative marketing and community engagement initiatives to enhance brand awareness and retailer connections. Drive successful events and foster client relationships to elevate the retail exp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Empower sales growth by strategizing client engagement across territories. This role blends strategic account management with targeted sales pursuits, fostering relationships and developing tailored s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Join a team where you will drive strategic planning and enhance operational frameworks to optimize performance and foster collaboration across departments, contributing to transformative solutions and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $220K *

Accelerate progress at our high-growth company by leading Revenue Operations to enhance sales efficiency and forecasting, using data-driven strategies that connect systems and empower teams across dep...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative business development strategies, enhance partnerships, and drive revenue growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline operations and lead teams towards surpassing goals and...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Optimize procurement operations by leading strategy execution, managing budgets, and enhancing vendor relationships. Collaborate across teams to align project goals, drive cost efficiency, and develop...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.