Hybrid Director of Fundraising, Signature Events

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About the role

  • Lead planning and execution of high-impact donor events such as galas, luncheons, and auctions within a regional portfolio
  • Full accountability for campaign revenue goals, driving fundraising through donor solicitation, sponsorship development, ticket/table sales, donor activation, and major gift solicitation
  • Serve as the market’s lead fundraiser for assigned campaigns, prioritizing donor cultivation and revenue outcomes
  • Translate national models into compelling local experiences that align with brand, budget, and mission objectives
  • Partner with the AVP to report on pacing, surface risks, and adjust execution as needed to achieve goals
  • Foster cross-team alignment by coordinating frontline activity and supporting peer fundraisers
  • Use CRM and campaign dashboards to inform decisions, track performance, and continuously improve tactics
  • Support coordination of fundraising activity among peer staff (e.g., silent auctions, donor outreach, table hosts), promoting shared accountability and donor-centric execution

Requirements

  • Progressive experience in fundraising, donor relations, or nonprofit development, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising goals
  • Demonstrated success in managing donor pipelines, cultivating major gifts, and executing multi-channel fundraising campaigns
  • Strong leadership and project management skills, with experience supervising staff or volunteers and coordinating cross-functional initiatives
  • Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce) and data analysis to inform strategy and reporting
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire donors, board members, and community stakeholders
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement long-term fundraising plans aligned with organizational goals
  • Experience planning and executing donor events, stewardship programs, and grant proposals
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to approximately 50% of work time and attend regular in-person meetings and events
  • Preferred location(s): Oklahoma, Texas

Benefits

  • A highly competitive, comprehensive benefit package
  • Considerable Paid Time Off Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match
  • Commuter Benefit Plan
  • Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching
  • Additional voluntary benefit offerings
  • Structured and transparent approach to career development via Talent Portraits
  • Remote / work-from-home options or National MS Society workspace access (workspace not provided in all geographies)

Job title

Director of Fundraising, Signature Events

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$70,000 - $79,000 per year

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

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