GiveDirectly is hiring a Senior Director, Philanthropy to lead and grow senior philanthropy efforts across high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and foundations. This role will be central to mobilizing flexible, values-aligned capital at meaningful scale in support of GiveDirectly’s most ambitious goals.
What You'll Do
- Own and evolve GiveDirectly’s senior philanthropy strategy across high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and foundations.
- Translate organizational priorities, including the goal to deliver $5B by 2035, into clear fundraising strategies and high-leverage opportunities.
- Partner closely with the VP of Partnerships & Philanthropy and the CEO on the highest-priority philanthropic relationships.
- Deepen partnerships within the finance and technology sectors while expanding GiveDirectly’s philanthropic base.
- Manage and grow a selective portfolio of major philanthropists.
- Lead complex, high-stakes donor conversations resulting in significant, multi-year, and transformational commitments.
- Serve as a trusted partner to philanthropists engaging with GiveDirectly’s most ambitious initiatives.
- Lead and support a team of approximately 4–5 fundraisers, setting clear priorities and a high quality bar.
- Coach team members on donor strategy, relationship management, and deal execution.
- Run disciplined portfolio, pipeline, and forecasting using Salesforce and other tools.
- Strengthen end-to-end systems for acquisition, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship of major philanthropists.
- Define and implement the right balance between bespoke relationship management and scalable, automated donor engagement.
- Work closely with the Special Projects, Partnerships, and Individual Giving teams to drive cohesive fundraising strategies.
- Ensure strong Salesforce discipline, forecasting accuracy, and portfolio hygiene.
What We're Looking For
- A proven track record initiating and securing significant philanthropic commitments from high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and/or private or family foundations.
- Experience engaging stakeholders or donors from finance and technology sectors, with strong credibility and networks.
- Strategic judgment and the ability to both shape philanthropy strategy and personally close complex deals.
- Experience leading and developing fundraising teams, or teams working with similar skills sets, with a strong quality bar.
- Strong systems judgment, including experience determining when high-touch donor management is essential and when scalable, automated approaches are more effective.
- Deep alignment with GiveDirectly’s values, including recipient choice, transparency, and evidence-driven decision-making.
Technical Stack
- Salesforce
Team & Environment
You will lead a lean team of 4–5 staff and report directly to the Vice President, Partnerships & Philanthropy. Our culture is candid, analytical, agile, and non-hierarchical. We genuinely center the people we serve in our decision making, and strive to build an ambitious, dynamic and high performing environment.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $145,000 salary, including bonus.
- A robust health benefits plan (exact details will vary by country).
- Flexible paid time off.
- Allowances for desk set-up and learning and development.
- A positive and supportive team with opportunities for advancement.
- A demonstrated commitment to helping all staff develop and grow.
Work Mode
This is a remote position, ideally based in the United States.
GiveDirectly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to the person’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
