Director, Individual Giving

You are a key member of the Development team, responsible for acquiring, cultivating, and soliciting individual donors for the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools (501c3) and the related Charter School Action Fund (501c4). Reporting to the Vice President of Development, you will manage a portfolio of donors and prospects and generate approximately $2–$3 million in annual revenue.You work closely with the Vice President of Development and senior leadership to shape donor strategy and grow the portfolio of high-value individual donors.Operating in a fast-paced advocacy and political fundraising environment, this role requires adaptability, responsiveness, and a disciplined approach to moving donors through the giving cycle. The ideal candidate is a confident solicitor, creative thinker, and strategic relationship manager who can build long‐term partnerships while driving immediate results.You will play a central role in building a donor community that sustains and advances the charter school movement nationwide.WHAT YOU'LL DODrive Individual Giving RevenueManage a portfolio of approximately 50–75 individual donors, leading regular outreach, meetings, and solicitationsLead mid-, major, and political contribution asks, including time‐sensitive solicitations tied to key momentsIdentify and align donor investments with key advocacy and political opportunitiesPartner with senior leadership on major donor strategy and high‐level solicitationsIndividual Donor Pipeline Growth and AcquisitionLead a strategy to identify, acquire, and grow a diverse pipeline of donors across c3 and c4, from new supporters to mid‐level and major gift prospectsConduct prospect research and qualification to surface new donors and tailor engagementBuild donor pathways that move individuals from initial engagement to repeat and upgraded givingStrengthen small‐ and mid‐level giving to consistently feed the major gifts pipelineOwn the direct mail strategy end‐to‐end including segmentation, messaging, testing, and performance analysisTest and scale multi‐channel donor acquisition and cultivation strategies to expand and diversify the donor baseDonor Strategy, Engagement, and StewardshipEngage with donors and prospects through meetings, events, and personalized outreachCreate compelling proposals, briefings, and communications that connect donor interests to organizational priorities and impactDevelop and implement high‐quality stewardship, including acknowledgements, impact reporting, and personalized outreachMaintain disciplined moves management and accurate donor records in the CRM (Microsoft Dynamics)Track engagement and giving trends, using data to refine strategy and improve the donor experienceBoard Engagement, Events, and Cross‐Functional CollaborationPartner with the VP to strengthen board engagement in individual givingPlan and execute a range of donor events aligned to strategic goalsCollaborate with Development Operations to lead event execution, including logistics, messaging, and follow‐upPartner with communications, policy, and data teams to ensure clear, consistent and compelling donor messagingWHO YOU AREExperienceYou bring 7+ years of fundraising experience with a demonstrated track record securing five‐ and six‐figure gifts from individualsYou have experience managing a donor portfolio and successfully closing major giftsYou have experience in mission‐driven or political fundraising environmentsYou have experience with donor acquisition strategies such as direct mail or digital campaignsYou bring familiarity with charter schools, K–12 education, education reform, and/or policy or advocacy organizationsSkills and ApproachYou are confident and comfortable making direct and timely asksYou are a compelling communicator who turns ideas and impact into donor communications that inspire givingYou are a strong relationship builder who develops long‐term donor partnershipsYou are a strategic thinker who identifies opportunities to increase donor engagement and giving levelsYou are able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‐paced, remote environmentYou are highly organized with disciplined pipeline and CRM managementYou bring strong interpersonal and collaborative skills across teamsThis position requires approximately 10–20% travel for donor meetings and events.WHAT WE OFFERThe National Alliance for Public Charter Schools offers a sector‐leading salary and benefits package. We cover 100% of an employee's medical, dental, and vision premiums, and 50% for spouses and dependents, including an HRA to cover 100% of in‐network medical deductibles. We also offer:403(b) retirement account with up to a 6% match after 90 days of employmentAutomatic life insurance coverage, short‐ and long‐term disability coverage, and FSA12 weeks of fully paid parental leave25 PTO days annually, plus every federal holiday and a week off at year‐endMonthly reimbursement for internet and cellular service, plus a $500 home office setup stipend in your first 90 daysThe anticipated starting salary range for this role is $85,000-$110,000 , commensurate with experience and qualifications.WHO WE AREThe National Alliance for Public Charter Schools believes that all families deserve high‐quality public school options. Charter schools are independent public schools providing families with a new set of public school options. Each of these schools is developed to be a partnership between parents, teachers, and students.When given the option, parents are choosing to enroll their children in charter schools. In fact, the demand for charter schools is far outpacing the supply in most communities. What began as a small movement in a few states has grown to become a major force in education reform across the country. Through advocacy, research, and strategic communications, the National Alliance works to grow the number of high‐quality charter schools available to all families, especially those who do not have access to high‐quality public schools.#J-18808-Ljbffr