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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$175K - $200K *

Grow and optimize a multifamily loan portfolio by leading asset management teams, ensuring risk oversight, and fostering stakeholder collaboration to support operational excellence and preserve asset...

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

$122K - $141K *

Deliver sustainable solutions by managing strategy and initiatives, overseeing projects, and collaborating across departments to foster an environmentally responsible campus. Lead sustainability effor...

2 weeks ago

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

$186K - $241K *

Transform the future of sales by leading a high-performing team to drive growth, strengthen market relationships, and implement impactful strategies across product categories. Collaborate with key par...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic initiatives that enhance health equity and innovate solutions, integrating social impact with business objectives. Lead partnerships and cross-functional teams to create sustainable pr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Join us to elevate security across a complex digital and distribution landscape, driving enterprise protection, product integrity, and assurance through strategic leadership and innovative solutions i...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $200K *

Transform asset management by leading a diverse team while ensuring effective risk governance and maximizing the performance of a multifamily loan portfolio. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to p...

2 weeks ago

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

$175K - $200K *

Elevate portfolio performance by leading asset management strategies, fostering team growth, and ensuring risk governance across multifamily, affordable housing, and LIHTC assets. Drive proactive risk...

2 weeks ago

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

$190K - $225K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding a mission-driven team to enhance the quality of life for older adults in a vibrant community, ensuring operational excellence while fostering connection, we...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $184K *

Join us in driving revenue growth by managing strategic enterprise accounts. Engage with stakeholders in cybersecurity and IT, own the sales cycle from prospecting to closing, and deliver exceptional...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $184K *

Take ownership of a dynamic sales role focused on enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions. Drive revenue growth through strategic account management and new business acquisition while engaging with C...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $148K *

Engage with healthcare leaders and partners to drive strategic initiatives, fostering innovative collaborations that advance the university's mission and enhance community health programs in the South...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $112K *

Support major fundraising efforts for diverse social science programs, cultivating relationships and securing gifts exceeding $100,000. Collaborate with leadership to strategize donor engagement, ensu...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $112K *

Lead the charge in major gift fundraising, managing a diverse prospect portfolio. Collaborate with academic leaders to secure investment in social sciences, fostering strong donor relationships and dr...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $135K *

Transform luxury living by managing day-to-day property operations, ensuring exceptional service, cultivating a high-performing team, and upholding quality standards within budget constraints while fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $120K *

Drive fundraising initiatives by cultivating donor relationships and securing mid-level gifts. Collaborate strategically with Advancement teams to enhance donor engagement and align fundraising effort...

1 week ago

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

$150K *

Lead the charge in shaping and scaling a vital Development function, focusing on elevating fundraising efforts to surpass $12-15 million annually while building systems for sustained growth and enhanc...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of supply chain operations across multiple surgery centers by leading vital materials management activities, fostering collaboration, and driving performance improvements to enhance p...

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

$181K - $246K *

Lead the Family Office Services team to elevate client engagement through tailored advisory solutions, strategic partnerships, and exceptional service delivery for ultra-high-net-worth families, integ...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at our organization by providing strategic leadership and oversight of programs for individuals with disabilities, ensuring high-quality, person-centered services while managing op...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Join a strategic team that leads procurement initiatives, fosters supplier relationships, and drives cost-saving innovations. Elevate sourcing processes and manage a high-performing team to optimize p...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $220K *

Join a team that's committed to leading complex security projects, optimizing resources, and driving strategic growth while enhancing global execution and team dynamics for innovative product developm...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $116K *

Champion fundraising initiatives through relationship building, conduct outreach for donor engagement, and enhance community awareness of organizational mission. Collaborate with team to drive revenue...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by managing key client relationships and driving account growth. Lead media performance and coordinate with various teams to ensure alignment on initiatives and outstanding serv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $220K *

Design and lead comprehensive revenue enablement programs, collaborating with Sales and RevOps to ensure impactful training and resources that drive pipeline success and sales performance throughout t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's leading project initiatives from inception to completion. Manage project plans, drive communication and ensure stakeholder engagement while mitigating risks to deliver successful ou...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.