Associate Director, Major Gifts (West Coast) - Remote

Overview

The Associate Director, Major Gifts (West Coast) is responsible for building a major donor program for the organization on the West Coast and ensuring those major donors have a positive and rewarding philanthropic experience.

In Short

• Join a global peace movement focused on conflict resolution.
• Lead major gift fundraising for conflict resolution work in Israel and Palestine.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors at $10,000 and above.
• Manage a portfolio of 150+ prospects and donors.
• Work closely with board members and leadership on fundraising priorities.
• Emphasize relationship-based fundraising and long-term stewardship.
• Frequent travel to the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area required.
• Strong knowledge of the West Coast Jewish philanthropic community preferred.
• Support the ambitious 5-year, $35 million fundraising campaign.
• Collaborate with a passionate fundraising team.

Requirements

• Experience in major donor fundraising.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to cultivate and sustain philanthropic relationships.
• Knowledge of conflict resolution initiatives.
• Comfort with strategic moves management.
• Passion for peacebuilding and community engagement.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel frequently.
• Experience in nonprofit fundraising preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a significant impact in peacebuilding.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Engagement with a passionate philanthropic community.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Access to a global network of peacebuilders.
• Involvement in innovative fundraising strategies.
• Support for work-life balance.
• Contribution to meaningful social change.