Director, Community

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Community based in United States.

This role offers the opportunity to lead philanthropic relationship-building efforts for a globally recognized mission-driven organization focused on solving complex challenges through innovation. You will develop and manage strategic partnerships with high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and philanthropic advisors. The position combines fundraising expertise, relationship management, and strategic collaboration with senior leaders. You will play a key role in expanding a global community of supporters and securing impactful philanthropic investments. This opportunity is ideal for an entrepreneurial fundraising professional who thrives in a purpose-driven and collaborative environment. You will help shape long-term donor engagement strategies while contributing to initiatives designed to create meaningful global impact.

Accountabilities:: As the Director, Community, you will lead major gift fundraising initiatives by building trusted relationships, managing donor portfolios, and developing strategies that increase philanthropic support. You will collaborate with internal teams and executive stakeholders to create meaningful engagement opportunities and drive sustainable fundraising growth.

Manage a portfolio of approximately 100–150 major gift prospects and benefactors, guiding relationships from qualification through stewardship.

Identify, cultivate, solicit, and maintain relationships with individuals capable of making significant annual philanthropic commitments.

Develop personalized donor engagement strategies through meetings, events, executive interactions, site visits, and exclusive experiences.

Build and maintain an annual fundraising pipeline aligned with revenue objectives and organizational priorities.

Conduct donor discovery meetings to identify new opportunities and expand the global supporter network.

Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to coordinate donor strategies, cultivation initiatives, and fundraising opportunities.

Represent the organization at conferences, donor gatherings, and community events to increase visibility and identify new relationships.

Maintain accurate donor records, forecasts, activity tracking, and reporting through CRM systems.

Support community engagement programs and donor-focused events while staying informed on philanthropic trends and best practices.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced fundraising professional with a strong track record of securing major gifts and developing relationships with sophisticated philanthropic audiences. You should combine strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, and strong business judgment with the ability to operate effectively in a complex organization.

7–10 years of progressive fundraising experience with demonstrated success securing major gifts from high-net-worth individuals.

Proven experience managing a major gift portfolio and achieving ambitious fundraising goals.

Bachelor’s degree required; a master’s degree is preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

Experience working within nonprofit philanthropy environments.

Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with executives, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and community leaders.

Strong understanding of fundraising strategy, pipeline management, forecasting, and donor engagement.

Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

Experience using CRM platforms; Salesforce experience preferred.

Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time.

Experience in science, technology, innovation, healthcare, education, environmental, or similar impact-driven organizations is a plus.

Familiarity with family offices, donor-advised funds, wealth advisors, and philanthropic consultants is preferred.

Benefits:

Competitive base salary range of $120,000–$140,000 USD, with potential annual incentive eligibility.

Remote-first work environment for employees based in the United States.

Quarterly company-paid all-hands meetings for in-person collaboration.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for employees and dependents.

401(k) program with employer matching contributions.

Generous paid time off, including vacation, floating holidays, sick days, and company holidays.

Employee Assistance Program providing confidential professional support.

Employee stipends and reimbursements for cell phone, internet, health and wellbeing, and learning and development.

Paid parental leave for employees welcoming a new child.

Dedicated focus time through meeting-free blocks and strategic project focus weeks.

Opportunity to collaborate with a global team working on meaningful initiatives.

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