Director of Major and Planned Gifts
Quick answer
Reed College is hiring a full-time Director of Major and Planned Gifts in Portland, Oregon, paying $165,000–$172,000, to lead fundraising efforts and develop strategies for major and planned giving.
- Role
- Director of Major and Planned Gifts
- Organization
- Reed College
- Location
- Portland, Oregon (Hybrid)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $165,000–$172,000
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
Reed College is seeking a Director of Major and Planned Gifts to lead fundraising efforts and develop strategies for major and planned giving.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute an integrated major and planned giving strategy
- Lead the coordination of major and planned giving strategies
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of fundraising professionals
- Manage and actively cultivate a portfolio of 50+ leadership-level donors
- Partner with Advancement Operations to strengthen reporting and data-informed decision-making
- Collaborate with prospect research to maintain a healthy pipeline
What it takes
- 10+ years of fundraising experience, including at least 5 years managing fundraising professionals
- Demonstrated ability to design and execute long-term fundraising strategies
- Proven success leading, coaching, and developing fundraisers
- Experience managing donor portfolios of 50+ prospects
- Demonstrated success securing significant philanthropic commitments
- Exceptional relationship-building skills and ability to establish trust with high-net-worth individuals
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, educational assistance, 22 days of paid vacation, paid holidays, half-day Fridays during the summer, access to campus amenities
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Portland, Oregon (Hybrid) work schedule
What is the compensation range?
$165,000–$172,000
What are the key qualifications required?
10+ years of fundraising experience, 5+ years managing fundraising professionals, demonstrated ability to design and execute long-term fundraising strategies, proven success leading, coaching, and developing fundraisers, experience managing donor portfolios of 50+ prospects, demonstrated success securing significant philanthropic commitments
How do I apply?
Submit a resume and cover letter. Applications will be considered as they are submitted, so candidates are encouraged to apply early.
How to apply
Apply directly on Reed College's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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