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Vice President of Development

LocationBoston, MA
SetupHybrid
LevelSenior
Posted3w ago
Development & Fundraising

Quick answer

The Trustees of Reservations is hiring a remote Senior Vice President of Development (Boston, MA) paying $183,750-$215,250 to lead the fundraising execution for their $350M+ campaign.

Role
Vice President of Development
Organization
The Trustees of Reservations
Location
Boston, MA
Work setup
Hybrid
Level
Senior
Compensation
$183,750-$215,250
Category
Development & Fundraising

The role

The Trustees of Reservations is seeking a Vice President of Development to lead the fundraising execution for their $350M+ campaign, focusing on major gifts, donor engagement, and portfolio discipline.

What you'll do

  • Translate enterprise fundraising strategy and campaign priorities into annual operating goals and portfolio expectations
  • Lead frontline fundraising execution across major gifts and donor engagement
  • Manage, coach, and develop fundraising staff
  • Personally manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects
  • Partner with the Chief Development Officer to prepare for donor meetings and shape campaign solicitation strategies
  • Partner with the Director of Development Operations to use pipeline reports and Salesforce data to assess campaign progress

What it takes

  • 15+ years of progressive fundraising experience
  • Significant major gifts experience
  • Experience advancing comprehensive campaigns
  • Experience managing and developing fundraising staff
  • Strong relationship-building skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What you'll bring

15+ years of progressive fundraising experienceSignificant major gifts experienceExperience advancing comprehensive campaignsExperience managing and developing fundraising staffStrong relationship-building skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills

How we treat you

Sick time: 15 days, Vacation time: 20 days, Health insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave, Life Insurance, 401k with 5% match after 1 year, Employee Assistance Program, Reciprocity, Discounts, Day of Wonder, Day of Service

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Boston, MA, with a hybrid work schedule.

What is the compensation range?

The compensation range is $183,750-$215,250.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include 15+ years of progressive fundraising experience, significant major gifts experience, and experience managing and developing fundraising staff.

How do I apply?

Please apply by contacting the People Team at [email protected].

How to apply

Apply directly on The Trustees of Reservations's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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