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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$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing philanthropic initiatives by managing major gifts and mentoring a dedicated team. Drive strategic fundraising efforts to enhance donor engagement and operational success w...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $175K *

Shape the future of audience engagement by leading innovative strategies to drive attendance and optimize revenue for live events. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, enha...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $145K *

Drive the strategic planning and execution of capital projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and successful project completion while overseeing bidding, design, and construction phases...

2 weeks ago

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

$104K - $129K *

Shape strategic fundraising initiatives and donor engagement while enhancing the organization's visibility and sponsorship growth. Drive programs that foster long-term financial support and community...

2 weeks ago

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

$224K - $337K *

Join us to lead enterprise strategy development, advising senior executives on critical decisions. Drive high-stakes initiatives, integrate diverse perspectives, and build a trusted fact base to shape...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping enterprise initiatives by driving program governance, ensuring alignment, and delivering key strategic outcomes. Be the trusted partner for business leaders and help transfo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $215K *

Drive impactful fundraising strategies, cultivate donor relationships, and lead a high-performing team to expand the organization's growth and outreach in supporting clean innovation initiatives...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead impactful fundraising initiatives and strategies to secure vital resources for community programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to expand and deepen donor relationships while overseeing a dedica...

1 week ago

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

$210K - $263K *

Drive the strategic vision for integrations, championing growth through partnerships and innovative solutions. Lead product delivery and partner success, ensuring alignment across enterprise ecosystem...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver strategic leadership in clinical partnerships, enhancing donor access and operational collaboration across the healthcare ecosystem while driving organizational growth through effective relati...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Empower business operations by partnering with the CEO to drive strategy, oversee initiatives, and ensure alignment across teams while managing board and investor engagements effectively...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in partnership activation, overseeing strategy and account management. Drive growth for complex relationships, ensure contractual fulfillment, and mentor a high-performing team to exce...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Optimize partner growth by developing systems and strategies to empower Account Management. Transform insights into actionable processes, improving effectiveness and partner value through data-driven...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Innovate the growth strategy for our impact-driven organization, leading teams in expanding revenue while effectively enhancing patient engagement and outcomes in underserved communities. Drive measur...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in implementing clinical models across diverse markets, managing multiple projects from kickoff to go-live. Drive results through cross-functional collaboration and ensure compliance w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $120K *

Shape the future of project management by leading and governing diverse initiatives, ensuring delivery meets institutional standards. Oversee methodologies and support project managers in executing al...

1 week ago

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

$148K - $237K *

Accelerate business outcomes by leading program management strategies, ensuring alignment with technology and operational goals while fostering a culture of innovation and empowerment across teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $237K *

Engage with senior leadership to drive strategic program management initiatives that enhance business outcomes, foster cross-functional collaboration, and ensure alignment between business needs and t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $250K *

Drive the strategic oversight of global compensation structures and data governance for the Go-To-Market teams, ensuring alignment with corporate revenue goals and standardizing performance metrics fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of community engagement by leading initiatives that enhance neighborhood safety and wellbeing. Collaborate closely with diverse stakeholders while managing a dedicated team to drive i...

1 week ago

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

$250K - $320K *

Partner with us to drive revenue growth by leveraging your Online Video advertising expertise. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure successful program execution and strengthen existin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Shape successful outcomes by overseeing multiple concurrent eDiscovery projects, managing client relationships and ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables while collaborating with diverse teams to...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$123K - $155K *

Drive media engagement strategies, enhancing public narratives around poverty, policy, and philanthropy. You’ll proactively pitch stories, manage press relationships, and support executives, ensuring...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team dedicated to innovation. This role offers opportunities to lead impactful projects, collaborate across departments, and contribute to organizational suc...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading IT strategy, operations, and security. Drive innovation and effective service delivery by aligning technology with key organizational goals across multiple teams and p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.