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Managing Director, Leadership Gifts

Teach For America, New York, New York, us, 10261

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* Demonstrated success closing $1M+ gifts* Direct experience engaging ultra-high-net-worth individuals* Comfort leading high-stakes solicitations and navigating complex philanthropic dynamics* Proven ability to build and convert new donor pipelines* Experience preparing CEOs or senior leaders for major donor engagements* Ability to operate with discretion, judgment, and confidence at the highest organizational levels* Strong ability to manage up and drive clarity across senior stakeholders* Ability to independently own end-to-end strategy and execution* High bar for quality — brings work forward at 95% complete* Strong prioritization and decision-making skills in fast-paced, revenue-driven environments* Disciplined follow-through and accountability* 7+ years of experience in development and fundraising* Demonstrated track record of closing $1M+ gifts* Experience partnering with executive leadership in fundraising contexts* Bachelor’s degree* Experience working with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and/or next-generation philanthropists* Experience driving new market-based donor acquisition strategies* Event strategy and execution experience* Proficiency with Salesforce and strong presentation/tool fluencyWhether you’re a seasoned professional or right out of college, chances are Teach For America has a staff role to fit your aspirations and career goals.Many of our employees are themselves TFA alumni, while others are new to the organization. Staff positions are available across the country. You can find full-time positions, or seasonal positions with our recruiting team and summer training programs. And, as a partner of Employers of National Service, we welcome candidates from AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, City Year, and other volunteer programs.Teach For America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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