Senior Individual Giving Director

American Cancer Society

. Drive high-impact revenue growth by cultivating priority relationships and soliciting significant gifts from individuals and foundations .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in securing high-value donations and cultivating relationships with major donors, while effectively communicating the organizational mission and impact. Proven ability to develop and execute strategic fundraising initiatives that align with donor interests and organizational goals.

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Major Gifts FundraisingRelationship BuildingStrategic Moves-ManagementCommunication SkillsFinancial Acumen

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Hard Skills

Donation Strategy DevelopmentRevenue Growth ManagementCampaign ExperienceLead GenerationImpact Reporting

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringDonor EngagementAccountabilityInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Computer Proficiency

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Philanthropic StrategiesDonor SatisfactionC-Suite EngagementFundraisingAmerican Cancer Society

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive high-impact revenue growth by cultivating priority relationships and soliciting significant gifts from individuals and foundations
Collaborate across internal teams and departments to align efforts, maximize value, and ensure cohesive execution of philanthropic strategies
Identify, cultivate, and secure high-value relationships and contributions using a strategic moves-management mindset
Develop and execute donation strategies aligned with organizational goals and donor and foundation interests
Drive six-figure gifts across multiple years and mission focus areas
Build and maintain long-term relationships with a portfolio of high-impact donors through personalized cultivation, engagement, recognition, and stewardship
Ensure donor satisfaction and retention through consistent follow-up and impact reporting
Represent the American Cancer Society's mission, programs, and strategic priorities in donor engagement
Craft compelling narratives and presentations that inspire action and convey organizational mission and impact
Qualify donors and execute moves-management plans for each qualified donor
Engage appropriate account-team stakeholders for donors and opportunities
Connect and facilitate donor engagement strategies with the development team
Align volunteer and individual-giving opportunities through C-suite personal giving, distinguished events, and leadership volunteer roles
Serve on the Area leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, goal setting, and execution
Mentor and advise team members
Be accountable for a minimum of $1.2 million in annual revenue

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree required
8+ years' proven track record of securing $100,000+ gifts or equivalent experience
Successful track record of securing 6-, 7-, and 8-figure gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations
Strong working knowledge of the major gifts area
Sales management and campaign experience highly desirable
Established ability to build and cultivate relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Computer proficiency
Ability to establish collegial, effective working relationships and partner with staff and volunteers
Strong financial acumen
Ability to drive lead generation for individual and corporate major giving opportunities
Ability to be an ambassador for the American Cancer Society
Ability to understand and work within a complex organizational structure
Some overnight travel within the area and to region/enterprise donor meetings and events
Expectation to be external in market 3–5 days per week on average

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off policy
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Retirement benefits
Wellness programs
Professional development programs to enhance staff skills