Managing Director, Major Gifts
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Managing Director, Major Gifts
About the Company
Pioneering organization advancing the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology
Industry
Fund-Raising
Type
Non Profit
Founded
1940
Employees
51-200
Categories
- Association
- Education
- Fundraising
- Non-Profit & Philanthropy
- International Relations
- Tech Innovation
- Academic Research
- Research & Innovation
- Higher Education
- Grantmaking
- Advocacy Group
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Charitable Organizations & Foundations
- Organizations
Business Classifications
- B2B
- Enterprise
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Managing Director for Major Gifts in the West region. The successful candidate will be a senior fundraising manager with a strong background in major gift strategy and a proven track record of success. This leadership role involves overseeing the major gift fundraising strategy and performance for a significant geographic area, leading a team of frontline fundraisers, and directly managing a small portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years' of progressive fundraising experience, including at least 7 years' of directly managing and coaching frontline fundraisers. They should be adept at cultivating, soliciting, and closing five- and six-figure gifts, and have a deep understanding of major gift strategy, portfolio management, and moves management. Key responsibilities for the Managing Director include team leadership and management, regional major gift strategy, and cross-functional collaboration. The role requires a candidate who can build and lead effective teams, instill trust, and ensure accountability. The Managing Director will work closely with a peer in the same role to provide coordinated national coverage and will be expected to have strong ties to the local Jewish community. The position demands a strategic thinker with hands-on fundraising experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience in a national or multi-regional nonprofit organization, as well as familiarity with donor databases and CRM systems, is highly valued.
Hiring Manager Title
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Functions
- Non-Profit Management
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- ...a donation to our research. Your generous giving can quite literally be fuel for scientific dreams. ABOUT THE POSITION The Director of Major Gifts is an essential part of HMRI, providing leadership in the fundraising activities of the organization. HMRI seeks a dynamic...
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$250k - $350k
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$230k
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$183.04k - $234.52k
...placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing,... ...quarterly and annually. Oversee directors of philanthropy, grants, media, and marketing... ...secure six- to seven-figure gifts from major donors across California while overseeing...Permanent employmentFull timeInterim roleWork at officeLocal areaWork visa
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