| VP, Leadership Giving - Breakthrough T1D | |
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Work Location REMOTE, AA U.S.A |
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Type of organization / Mission Focus: Geographic Scope: None Keywords: Fund-Raising, |
Organization Website: https://breakthrought1d.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/BreakthroughT1D/details/VP--Leadership-Giving_JR100777 |
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Required Experience: Qualifications
Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in nonprofit development, including major gift fundraising, strategic planning, and program execution—preferably within matrixed organizations and the health or disease space; at least 7 years in a senior leadership or supervisory capacity. College degree required; Master’s degree and CFRE certification strongly preferred. Demonstrated success in designing, managing, and scaling complex leadership giving programs. Exceptional project management and strategic problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead multiple cross-functional initiatives while maintaining attention to detail and a broad organizational perspective. Outstanding influencing and relationship-building skills to foster collaboration and generate shared success across teams and stakeholders. Highly effective time management and organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and adapt under pressure. Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize donor data, philanthropic trends, and organizational priorities to guide strategy and respond to evolving opportunities. Successful track record in leading and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams to achieve development goals. Proven experience in developing and executing staff development plans that build leadership capacity, including mentoring, coaching, and succession planning to support organizational growth and continuity. Proven ability to engage, inspire, and mobilize volunteer leaders in high-impact, revenue-generating initiatives. Positive, solutions-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to navigating complex challenges. Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences. Strong writing, research, and critical thinking capabilities. Demonstrated initiative and sound judgment in independent decision-making. Proficiency in CRM platforms and business tools (including MS Office) that support donor engagement, pipeline development, and performance tracking. Proven experience in coaching, managing, and developing high-performing staff and fostering a collaborative team culture. Commitment to working in a team-based environment and partnering across departments to achieve shared goals. Ability to navigate and contribute within a complex organizational structure. Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed and travel up to 60% of the time. Target Salary - $200k - $240k Essential Functions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and infrequently up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional information: Requests for medical, religious, and other exemptions will be considered on an individual basis. Breakthrough T1D will comply with all federal, state, and local laws. Breakthrough T1D supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. |
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Duties / Expectations: VP, Leadership Giving
Breakthrough T1D Remote $200,000 - $240,000 a year - Full-time Skills Volunteer management Team development Strategic management + show more Do you have experience in Volunteer management? Full job description As the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. We invest in the most promising research to turn ideas into life-changing therapies and devices. We work with government, regulatory officials, and insurance companies to address issues that impact the T1D community - breaking through barriers that limit access to care worldwide. We provide resources and guidance that makes it easier to live and thrive with T1D. This is more than a moment - we're empowering a movement for the T1D community. Share your support and help educate and empower individuals facing type 1 diabetes. Our mission is to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent and ultimately, cure T1D and its complications. Always, we are guided by a single purpose: As we drive towards curing type 1 diabetes, we help make everyday life better for the people who face it . The Vice President, Leadership Giving serves as a senior strategist and operational leader for Breakthrough T1D’s principal and leadership giving program, focused on cultivating philanthropic partnerships with high-net-worth individuals capable of making gifts ranging from $100,000 to $5 million. This role is responsible for building the infrastructure, systems, and integrated strategies that support a scalable, high-performing national leadership giving program aligned with Breakthrough T1D’s comprehensive campaign and mission priorities. Reporting to the SVP, Philanthropic Engagement, the Vice President (VP) develops and oversees the execution of donor engagement plans, working in close collaboration with national and chapter staff, volunteer leaders, and cross-functional teams. This leader ensures consistent implementation of best practices across the organization, driving donor pipeline growth, campaign momentum, and sustained revenue performance. The VP leads a geographically distributed team of approximately 16 employees with four direct reports: three Associate Vice Presidents of Leadership Giving and a National Director of Leadership Giving Operations. This individual is responsible for all aspects of team management and fostering a collaborative, high-accountability culture. The VP ensures that staff are equipped with the tools, coaching, and strategic guidance needed to succeed in their roles and contribute meaningfully to organizational goals. As a member of the Global Development leadership team, the VP works closely with the executive team and high-level volunteer leadership to activate and deepen relationships with high-net-worth donors across the country, ensuring Breakthrough T1D’s Leadership Giving program is positioned for long-term success and impact. Responsibilities Set and lead the strategic direction for Breakthrough T1D’s leadership and principal giving program, driving revenue growth and donor engagement aligned with organizational priorities. Oversee and manage a geographically distributed team with full responsibility for recruitment, onboarding, performance management, coaching, professional development, and team culture. Develop and implement operational systems, processes, KPIs and infrastructure to support a scalable, high-performing Leadership Giving program across national and chapter teams. Establish, monitor and drive nationwide benchmarks, KPIs, and activity metrics to ensure the health of the Leadership Giving pipeline and sustained revenue performance. Lead and facilitate regular prospect strategy and portfolio health meetings in partnership with AVP, Philanthropic Intelligence & Analytics and VP, Strategic Philanthropic Initiatives to drive donor activity and pipeline movement. Manage a personal portfolio of 15–20 high-net-worth donors and prospects, with clear revenue and engagement goals, while prioritizing strategic oversight of the broader program. Supports the development of and management of donor portfolios for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Global Development Officer (CGDO) and the SVP, Philanthropic Engagement. Collaborate with staff and volunteers across the organization to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward leadership and principal giving prospects and donors. Monitor and report on progress toward goals, using data and insights to evaluate program performance and inform strategic adjustments. Provide strategic guidance and expert counsel to gift officers, staff, and volunteer leaders on leadership and principal gift strategies, campaign readiness, and donor engagement best practices. Design and implement professional development strategies to identify, mentor, and prepare high-potential staff for future leadership roles - ensuring a robust succession pipeline and long-term organizational capacity. Collaborate with other Philanthropic Engagement leadership teams to develop and implement cross-team portfolio reviews, donor strategies and multi-channel giving opportunities across leadership, corporate, institutional and planned giving. In collaboration with the Stewardship team and cross-functional partners, supports One Society engagement and recruitment strategies - including the annual Mission Summit and other high-level donor events. Oversee budgeting and forecasting for the Leadership Giving program in partnership with Finance, ensuring accurate tracking of revenue, restrictions, and expenses. Establish, communicate, and maintain departmental and organization-wide policies and procedures related to Leadership Giving operations. Foster strategic collaboration with development colleagues, territory teams, and cross-functional partners to maximize philanthropic impact and ensure alignment with campaign and organizational goals. Promote a culture of philanthropy across Breakthrough T1D, encouraging shared ownership of fundraising success and donor stewardship. Model and uphold professionalism, accountability, and fundraising best practices in all aspects of donor engagement, team leadership, and organizational representation. |
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Primary Skill Fund Development |
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