Director of Advancement

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

The Director of Advancement is a key member of the development team, responsible for building and managing a portfolio of 100-150 individual and major donor prospects. This role is focused on the cultivation and solicitation of gifts of $5,000 or more. The ideal candidate is a strategic, results-oriented fundraiser with a proven track record of building authentic relationships with donors and securing significant philanthropic support.

Requirements : Key Responsibilities

• ? Portfolio Development & Management :
• ? Manage and grow a personal portfolio of 100-150 individual and major donor prospects with the capacity to give $5,000 or more.
• ? Develop and implement individualized cultivation and solicitation strategies for each donor in the portfolio.
• ? Conduct regular meetings and engage in one-on-one communication with donors to build strong, lasting relationships.
• ? Fundraising & Solicitation :
• ? Actively solicit major gifts, pledges, and planned gifts to meet ambitious fundraising goals.
• ? Prepare and present compelling proposals and stewardship reports.
• ? Work collaboratively with the Chief Development Officer and program staff to align donor interests with organizational priorities.
• ? Prospect Research & Strategy :
• ? Collaborate with the Prospect Research and Development Manager to identify new major gift prospects.
• ? Participate in strategic planning for Xiente's overall fundraising efforts.
• ? Reporting & Administration :
• ? Maintain accurate and timely records of all donor interactions in the CRM.
• ? Track progress toward individual fundraising goals and provide regular reports to leadership.

Qualifications

Benefits Include :

Position Type : Exempt

Salary Range : $100,000 – $120,000 (commensurate with experience)