Director of Special Projects
Quick answer
Raising The Village is hiring a remote Director of Special Projects to lead catalytic growth and major donor engagement strategies.
- Role
- Director of Special Projects
- Organization
- Raising The Village
- Location
- Remote (preference for Toronto or New York City)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
Raising The Village is seeking a Director of Special Projects to spearhead catalytic growth and secure large-scale funding opportunities. This role involves managing complex, multi-million dollar donor relationships and orchestrating cross-functional strategies to scale the organization's impact in ultra-poverty reduction. The position requires a leader capable of transforming ambiguous ideas into actionable strategies while working at high velocity.
What you'll do
- Proactively identify and shape a pipeline of high-upside big bet funding opportunities.
- Serve as the accountable owner for priority opportunities, moving them from ideation to execution.
- Orchestrate cross-functional collaboration across Product, Programs, and Finance teams.
- Lead high-stakes engagements with major philanthropies and strategic partners.
- Develop tailored pitch materials and engagement strategies for prospective funders.
What it takes
- 7+ years of experience in complex sales and/or fundraising roles.
- Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects end-to-end.
- Direct experience engaging with donors as a relationship manager or subject-matter expert.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to travel 3-4 times per year to international program locations.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote position?
Yes, this is a remote role, though the organization expresses a preference for candidates based in Toronto or New York City.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least 7 years of experience in complex sales or fundraising, a strong track record of project management, and the ability to travel internationally several times a year.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not provide a specific deadline or external application link, but notes that the team uses an AI-assisted applicant tracking system for screening.
How to apply
Apply directly on Raising The Village's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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