Remote Director, Donor Engagement

Summary

Join Orr Group as a Director in the Donor Engagement practice area and lead client teams to develop and implement strategies for fundraising success.

Requirements

• 10+ years of nonprofit sector experience with a focus in any or all of the following: Major gifts, Annual giving, Planned giving, Institutional giving (corporate and foundations), Board development and transformation, Campaign management
• Ability to develop and implement strategic fundraising plans to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors effectively
• Strong time/project management and organization skills and the ability to remain flexible and effective under pressure in a fast-paced environment; PMP certificate a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including strong attention to detail and editing skills
• In-depth knowledge of board governance principles, best practices, and legal requirements preferred
• CFRE, CSPG, CFM and other accreditations recognized by the Association of Fundraising Professionals or the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners a plus
• Bachelor's degree required
• A strong understanding of the nonprofit sector, including fundraising best practices, donor trends, and relevant regulations
• Strong facilitation skills
• Understanding of financial principles and ability to interpret financial data
• Ability to handle multiple clients and projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated desire and ability to lead a team toward a shared goal
• Familiarity with AI fundraising and productivity tools or a desire to learn
• Flexibility to work long and varying hours (when needed) to meet fixed deadlines

Responsibilities

• Oversee project management
• Guide day-to-day account operations
• Drive teamwork strategies
• Serve as the principal liaison with the client
• Communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences
• Collaborate on client work with Orr Group team members
• Oversee day-to-day operations and fulfillment of contracted projects
• Manage project teams and coordinate project work for others
• Hold a portfolio of donors on behalf of a client and solicit major gifts
• Facilitate and lead board retreats
• Serve in interim leadership roles for an organization
• Synthesize and present information to clients
• Discover solutions and employ new and innovative ideas

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision plans and 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4%
• Access to participation in a flexible spending account
• Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
• Paid holidays
• Generous paid time off