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$69,000 – $89,000/yr

Director of Philanthropy

United States·CharlotteFull-Timeexecutive

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Key Responsibilities

The Director of Philanthropy performs a broad range of responsibilities, including but not limited to: Strategy & Leadership • Develop, implement, and manage innovative strategies to engage,

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What’s Interesting About This Role:

The Director of Philanthropy plays a pivotal role in advancing Planned Parenthood South Atlantic’s mission by leading a comprehensive fundraising and development program within an assigned service region. This role focuses on cultivating and securing major gifts that support general operations, special campaigns, and key organizational priorities. You will design, implement, and manage strategies that not only meet—but exceed—departmental and organizational fundraising goals. This is an opportunity to drive meaningful impact across a diverse service area while building strong, mission-aligned relationships throughout the community.

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Are passionate about reproductive health care and justice.

• Believe sexual health is fundamental to overall well-being, fulfillment, and happiness.

• Are comfortable engaging donors and community members in conversations about political issues impacting reproductive health care.

• Excel at building trust-based relationships within organizations and across diverse communities.

• Have experience working across multicultural or geographically diverse service areas.

• Are highly organized with strong time-management skills.

• Are results-oriented and able to work independently.

Position Details:

Location: Charlotte, NC

Location Type: Hybrid – with required in-person work.

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (40 hours/week). Some occasional evening and weekend hours.

Travel: Travel within PPSAT's service area based on operational needs

What You’ll Do:

The Director of Philanthropy performs a broad range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:

Strategy & Leadership

• Develop, implement, and manage innovative strategies to engage, cultivate, and secure support from a wide range of prospective donors.

• Lead efforts that contribute directly to meeting or exceeding all philanthropic goals for the assigned region and across the affiliate.

Major Gifts & Portfolio Management

• Manage a personal portfolio of major gift donors and prospects, cultivating many of the affiliate’s most critical philanthropic relationships.

• Partner with the Vice President for Development, CEO, Board members, and volunteer leaders to craft individualized solicitation and stewardship strategies.

Donor Engagement & Fund Development

• Execute affiliate-wide initiatives for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, stewarding, and recognizing gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations.

• Assist with securing sponsorships for special events designed to grow the donor base and increase public awareness.

• Support efforts to build foundation and corporate partnerships, including grant proposal development and compliance with reporting requirements.

Departmental & Organizational Support

• Contribute to setting annual fundraising goals and building strategic development plans that support organizational sustainability and expansion.

• Engage and support the Board of Directors in their philanthropic and advocacy responsibilities.

• Collaborate with Education and Public Policy teams to integrate fundraising with public awareness and political engagement efforts.

• Provide insight for the creation of marketing and promotional materials that elevate PPSAT’s visibility and donor engagement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with the CEO, Board, and internal leaders on initiatives to secure funding for site-specific and affiliate-wide priorities.

• Lead or co-lead select development projects across the affiliate.

• Motivate and coordinate volunteers, including community councils, to strengthen fundraising and advocacy efforts.

Compliance

• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with regulations governing 501(c)(3) charitable organizations.

Prior supervisory experience with volunteers and/or administrative staff.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and 2–4 years of fundraising development experience, or 6 years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree.

Experience analyzing and utilizing data to guide decision-making.

CFRE certification is preferred.

As a full-time PPSAT employee, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compensation Transparency:

PPSAT is committed to equitable and transparent pay practices. This position is aligned within our established pay structure, with an annual salary range of $69,000.00 to $89,000.00. Starting salary will be determined based on experience and internal equity.