Director of Individual Giving

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Director of Individual Giving for an established, mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing meaningful social impact through advocacy, community engagement, and philanthropic partnerships. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a comprehensive fundraising program, strengthen donor relationships, and drive sustainable revenue growth in support of important initiatives. This is a full-time, direct-hire, hybrid opportunity based in Oakland, Sacramento, Fresno, or Los Angeles, California , offering a four-day workweek with two days onsite and two days remote. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Individual Giving will lead a comprehensive fundraising program encompassing major gifts, annual giving, donor engagement, and strategic fundraising initiatives. Reporting to senior leadership, this individual will oversee a multimillion-dollar individual giving program, personally cultivate and secure significant philanthropic contributions, and guide a talented development team. The ideal candidate is a strategic, relationship-driven fundraising leader who brings a proven track record of major gifts success, strong team leadership, and a passion for advancing mission-driven work. PERKS: $130,000 to $145,000 annual salary with the opportunity to lead a high-impact fundraising program. Four-day hybrid workweek promoting flexibility and work-life balance for most of the year. 401(k) with employer matching , generous paid holidays, and additional year-end time off. Collaborative, mission-driven environment with the opportunity to shape fundraising strategy and make a lasting organizational impact. RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead and execute comprehensive individual giving strategies across major gifts, annual giving, donor stewardship, and fundraising campaigns to achieve ambitious revenue goals. Manage a personal portfolio of major donors and prospects, cultivating relationships, securing significant contributions, and working toward an annual personal fundraising goal of $1.5 million. Oversee an annual giving program with a $500,000 revenue goal, including donor acquisition, retention, recurring giving, direct mail, digital campaigns, and multichannel fundraising initiatives. Supervise, mentor, and develop fundraising professionals, establishing clear goals, strengthening performance, and fostering a collaborative, donor-centered team culture. Partner with organizational leadership and cross-functional teams to advance fundraising initiatives, strengthen donor engagement, support events, and develop planned giving strategies. Analyze fundraising performance, oversee donor data and reporting, identify opportunities for growth, and ensure fundraising practices align with applicable regulatory and compliance requirements. QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated success personally cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts, managing donor portfolios, and achieving significant fundraising revenue goals. Experience with advocacy, political, or PAC fundraising, including familiarity with C3, C4, and PAC giving structures and compliance considerations. Proven ability to lead and develop fundraising teams while overseeing comprehensive individual giving strategies and organizational priorities. Strong knowledge of multichannel fundraising, donor stewardship, direct mail, digital campaigns, and data-driven development strategies, with proficiency in Raiser's Edge NXT or comparable donor management systems. Exceptional communication, relationship-building, strategic planning, and analytical skills, with a collaborative leadership approach and commitment to mission-driven work. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: This position offers an annual base salary of $130,000 to $145,000 , depending on experience and qualifications. The organization provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, 12 days of paid time off, 12 paid holidays, and a year-end office closure between Christmas and New Year's Day. Employees enjoy a four-day hybrid workweek for most of the year, with two days onsite and two days remote. Occasional five-day workweeks may be required during peak business periods. 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