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 - $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...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   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

$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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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

$99K - $148K *

Join a team that's passionate about transforming major gift fundraising strategies. Utilize your expertise and leadership to enhance donor relationships and lead fundraising initiatives that support i...

Reposted 1 week 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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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

$200K - $300K *

Innovate your career by leading sales initiatives across a key region while empowering a team of professionals. Drive growth by fostering client relationships and ensuring product excellence in the bu...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$200K - $300K *

Champion regional sales success by leading and developing a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with policies, and fostering strong client relationships while driving aggressive market penetrati...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$200K - $300K *

Engage and lead a high-performing sales team in the Mid-South Gulf Coast region, driving sales strategy and customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance and technical expertise in the building mate...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$200K - $300K *

Lead the charge in driving sales success across the Mid-South Gulf Coast, supporting a team of sales professionals while promoting products, ensuring compliance, and fostering professional growth in a...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$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

$115K - $130K *

Grow your career with strategic partnership development, leading innovative sales efforts across diverse markets to drive revenue and cultivate impactful business relationships in sports and entertain...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$115K - $130K *

Drive the future of partnership development by prospecting, closing deals, and fostering new business relationships across various markets for sports and entertainment properties, ensuring sustainable...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $150K *

Champion client relationships and drive account growth while managing diverse media strategies. Collaborate with teams to exceed performance goals, deliver exceptional service, and identify opportunit...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving performance management and staffing strategies to optimize workforce capabilities, ensuring compliance and effective communication across divisions. Empower leaders to enhan...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Shape workforce strategies to drive division performance through effective staffing, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives while enhancing organizational capabilities and ensuring alignment...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Contribute to diverse projects from inception to completion, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder relationships while ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment within the organ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.