Director, Major Gifts and Individual Giving
Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP-DC) Washington, DC Metro Area Chapter, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Director, Major Gifts and Individual Giving
Posted: Mar 11, 2026
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 annually
Organization Overview The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building a better government and a stronger democracy. Central to this mission is our work to connect the government with those it serves by protecting it from harm and reimagining how it works on behalf of the public.
Opportunity The Director, Major Gifts and Individual Giving will develop and execute a long‑term fundraising strategy to significantly grow individual support for the Partnership and its programs. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Development, the director will be responsible for all stages of donor and prospect relationships, including cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. The director will use creative techniques to identify prospective donors, establish new engagement methods, cultivate current donors and prospects, and orchestrate staff and board members to support fundraising efforts for contributions of $5,000 or more.
Responsibilities Develop and implement a multi‑year fundraising plan focused on major gifts and individual giving. Build and maintain relationships with high‑potential donors. Coordinate donor cultivation and stewardship activities. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and board members to secure contributions. Analyze fundraising results and refine strategies.
Ideal Candidate
Demonstrated ability to identify new donors, broaden a donor base and increase annual revenue.
Collaborative, flexible, positive team player committed to organizational success.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Excellent judgment and decision making.
Strategic thinking.
Ability to work well in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Commitment to the values of public service and the mission of the Partnership for Public Service.
Salary and Benefits The starting salary is $125,000 – $150,000. The Partnership offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision coverage; life insurance; long‑ and short‑term disability insurance; a 401(k) program with a 4% employer match; opportunities for training and development; transit benefits; 15 days of annual leave; 10 days of sick leave; all federal holidays; day after Thanksgiving off; and use of an on‑site exercise facility.
Location and Travel The role is based in Washington, DC and requires a hybrid model with three days per week in the office, including Wednesday. Travel is typically during business hours, with occasional out‑of‑area or overnight travel.
Application Apply online: https://driwaterstonehc.com/position/dir-mg-ig-pps/
Position Overview: https://driwaterstonehc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PO-Partnership-for-Public-Service.pdf
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Posted: Mar 11, 2026
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 annually
Organization Overview The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building a better government and a stronger democracy. Central to this mission is our work to connect the government with those it serves by protecting it from harm and reimagining how it works on behalf of the public.
Opportunity The Director, Major Gifts and Individual Giving will develop and execute a long‑term fundraising strategy to significantly grow individual support for the Partnership and its programs. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Development, the director will be responsible for all stages of donor and prospect relationships, including cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. The director will use creative techniques to identify prospective donors, establish new engagement methods, cultivate current donors and prospects, and orchestrate staff and board members to support fundraising efforts for contributions of $5,000 or more.
Responsibilities Develop and implement a multi‑year fundraising plan focused on major gifts and individual giving. Build and maintain relationships with high‑potential donors. Coordinate donor cultivation and stewardship activities. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and board members to secure contributions. Analyze fundraising results and refine strategies.
Ideal Candidate
Demonstrated ability to identify new donors, broaden a donor base and increase annual revenue.
Collaborative, flexible, positive team player committed to organizational success.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Excellent judgment and decision making.
Strategic thinking.
Ability to work well in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Commitment to the values of public service and the mission of the Partnership for Public Service.
Salary and Benefits The starting salary is $125,000 – $150,000. The Partnership offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision coverage; life insurance; long‑ and short‑term disability insurance; a 401(k) program with a 4% employer match; opportunities for training and development; transit benefits; 15 days of annual leave; 10 days of sick leave; all federal holidays; day after Thanksgiving off; and use of an on‑site exercise facility.
Location and Travel The role is based in Washington, DC and requires a hybrid model with three days per week in the office, including Wednesday. Travel is typically during business hours, with occasional out‑of‑area or overnight travel.
Application Apply online: https://driwaterstonehc.com/position/dir-mg-ig-pps/
Position Overview: https://driwaterstonehc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PO-Partnership-for-Public-Service.pdf
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