Executive Director of Principal Giving
Quick answer
NPR is hiring a remote-permitted Executive Director of Principal Giving in Washington, D.C. paying $165,600-$184,000 to lead and expand the organization’s transformational fundraising program.
- Role
- Executive Director of Principal Giving
- Organization
- NPR
- Location
- Washington, D.C. (Remote-Permitted)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $165,600 - $184,000
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
- Apply by
- 2026-06-15
The role
NPR is seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Executive Director of Principal Giving to spearhead the organization's efforts in securing transformational commitments of $5 million and above. The role involves managing a portfolio of high-net-worth prospects, building a robust fundraising pipeline, and collaborating with senior leadership to align donor passion with NPR’s journalistic mission. This position provides remote-work flexibility while requiring periodic travel to support relationship-building and fundraising objectives.
What you'll do
- Lead strategy for the principal giving program focused on gifts of $1M+.
- Build and maintain a pipeline of high-level prospects capable of transformational giving.
- Manage a portfolio of 40-50 principal gift prospects and donors.
- Partner with executive leadership and board members for high-level solicitations.
- Ensure high-touch stewardship and long-term engagement for principal donors.
What it takes
- 10–12 years of professional fundraising experience.
- Demonstrated success soliciting and closing gifts of $1M+.
- Proven ability to cultivate relationships with ultra-high-net-worth individuals.
- Strong ability to collaborate with senior executives and board members.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary retirement savings plans.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote-permitted role based out of Washington, D.C., allowing employees to work remotely from NPR-approved U.S. locations or on-site at an NPR facility.
What is the salary range for this role?
The anticipated salary range for this position is $165,600 to $184,000 per year, depending on experience.
What is the application deadline?
Interested candidates must submit their application by 11:59 pm EST on June 15, 2026.
What level of fundraising experience is required?
Candidates are required to have a minimum of 10–12 years of fundraising experience, with a proven track record of securing major and principal gifts of $1 million or more.
How to apply
Apply directly on NPR's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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