Director of Major Gifts (East)

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Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development Lead, support, and mentor a team of frontline fundraisers responsible for cultivating and soliciting major gifts, providing regular coaching, goal setting,

Requirements Summary

Relevant experience as a front-line major gift fundraiser,

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Responsibilities

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Team Leadership & Development

→Lead, support, and mentor a team of frontline fundraisers responsible for cultivating and soliciting major gifts, providing regular coaching, goal setting, and feedback that promotes growth, confidence, and long-term success

→Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that emphasizes accountability, professional growth, and shared success

→Partner with the VP, Head of Major Gifts, to identify skill-building opportunities and strengthen team fundraising capabilities

→Provide advanced coaching on solicitation strategy, multi-year asks, and donor engagement planning, collaborating with staff to build on their existing strengths and expand their capacity for ambitious fundraising

→Model and cultivate a team culture rooted in excellence, continuous learning, and proactive and meaningful donor engagement

Requirements

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Relevant experience as a front-line major gift fundraiser, consistently securing multiple six- and seven-figure gifts; experience with large campaigns a plus

Demonstrated experience managing and developing front-line fundraisers, shaping team culture, and partnering strategically with leadership

Demonstrated ability to execute major gifts strategy, align work to organizational goals, and drive sustained revenue growth

Extensive experience conducting high-quality donor visits to engage, solicit, and steward prospects, building long-term relationships

Skilled communicator able to translate complex scientific and business concepts for donors and coach others to do the same

Highly organized and proactive, able to manage shifting priorities and guide team members in doing so

Proficient in Microsoft Office and data reporting; working knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM systems

Ability to travel regularly (including occasional weekends) to engage donors across key territories

Must have a valid Driver’s License

Compensation & Benefits
Individual compensation for this role is dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, skillsets, and applicable laws. In addition to salary, the Foundation offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)

Competitive dental and vision plans

401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution

Flexible spending accounts

Employer paid life and disability insurance

18 Vacation Days; 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4

Flexible work environment. We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.

Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. The Foundation provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events.

Salary Range

$140,000—$170,000 USD

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing through examples, their specific qualifications and interest in the position. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, please apply. Applicants who best match the position’s needs will be contacted.

About Us:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, MJFF has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.

Visit www.michaeljfox.org for more information.

  Research has shown that people from marginalized communities apply to roles only when they meet 100% of the job requirements. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, and you are someone who will contribute to our efforts to build and support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, we strongly encourage you to apply.