What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Major Gifts position at Age Well?
Age Well is seeking a Director of Major Gifts to strengthen and expand its fundraising efforts in support of new strategic priorities and in preparation for a multimillion-dollar comprehensive campaign. Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the Director will develop a strategic plan for major and planned giving programs to maximize philanthropic potential to engage and inspire donors to invest in Age Well and deepen their commitment to our aging community. Key to success in this role will be building relationships with new prospects and strengthening relationships with existing donors to maximize philanthropic support.
The Director will carry a portfolio of donors and prospects at the major gift level ($10k plus) and will also help to raise leadership gifts ($5k plus) for the annual fund.
The role involves frequent contact with major donors and prospects, as well as interaction with board members, volunteers, and key stakeholders of Age Well.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelors degree and a minimum of five years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with a focus on major and planned giving. They will also have the ability to provide leadership, guidance and manage other team members.
We offer a very generous benefit package, including substantial time off, retirement plan eligibility on day 1, and we are an organization that supports employee wellness and work/life balance.
For more information, please refer to our website: https://www.agewellvt.org/about/careers
Age Well's Diversity Statement:
At Age Well, we are committed to serving all older Vermonters, their families, and caregivers regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, race, religion, education, or financial status. We believe that demonstrating inclusiveness creates a healthy, positive, and collaborative community.
Age Well stands with communities across Vermont who are impacted by discriminatory social biases. Age Well’s mission emphasizes diversity, inclusion and equity as critical components to ensure the well-being of our staff, clients, volunteers and those we serve.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Colchester, VT 05446: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Colchester, VT 05446
Salary : $75,000 - $80,000