Vice President of Individual Giving and Philanthropic Operations - Remote

Overview

The Vice President (VP), Individual Giving, Foundations, and Philanthropic Operations plays a critical leadership role in advancing Big Brothers Big Sisters of America’s (BBBSA) fundraising strategy, with an emphasis on growing individual giving, foundations and institutional support.

In Short

• Lead and execute a comprehensive, data-driven strategy to secure transformational gifts.
• Oversee the Senior Director, Advancement & Major Giving and fundraising professionals.
• Act as a key partner to the Chief Development Officer (CDO).
• Develop donor pipelines for major and principal gifts.
• Drive major giving initiatives and manage a select portfolio of top-tier donors.
• Lead foundation fundraising efforts and develop compelling grant proposals.
• Serve as an ambassador and thought leader for BBBSA.
• Manage a high-performing fundraising team.
• Collaborate with local agencies to strengthen fundraising capacity.
• Foster a culture of innovation and accountability within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in fundraising and philanthropy.
• Proven track record of securing seven- and eight-figure gifts.
• Experience managing teams in a nonprofit model.
• Strong relationship-building skills with high-net-worth individuals.
• Data-driven decision-making skills.
• Experience with CRM systems.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) certification preferred.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead significant fundraising initiatives.
• Work in a supportive and innovative environment.
• Engage with high-net-worth donors and philanthropic partners.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals.
• Flexible working conditions with remote work options.