Senior Philanthropic Advisor, Leadership Giving

Core Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of 100–125 donors and prospects spanning major gift ($100K–$1M) and principal gift ($1M+) capacity.
  • Execute all $100K–$500K gift strategies independently; manage $500K–$1M solicitations with AVP input as needed.
  • Develop and execute $1M+ gift strategies in active partnership with the AVP — the AVP should co-own all $1M+ strategy decisions.
  • Achieve annual personal revenue goal as assigned based on the potential of the portfolio.
  • Ensure consistent pipeline growth: at minimum 10–15 qualified $1M+ prospects in active cultivation at all times.
• Engage the AVP proactively and consistently as a thought partner on $1M+ strategies — bring draft strategy documents, relationship context, and specific decision points to the conversation.
  • Participate in bi-weekly portfolio review with AVP ensuring AVP visibility to principal gift opportunities.
  • Model the escalation culture for PA colleagues by demonstrating appropriate collaboration and involvement with AVP for key donor opportunities.
  • Request AVP co-attendance or support at key $1M+ solicitation meetings rather than conducting these independently.
• Build and sustain complex, multi-year relationships with high-net-worth individuals and families capable of $100K–$5M+ gifts.
  • Navigate multi-stakeholder donor environments (family foundations, advisor relationships, board-engaged donors) with increasing independence.
  • Partner with chapter Territory Executives and Philanthropic Engagement roles in the field, volunteer leaders, and national staff to develop and execute comprehensive donor strategies.
  • Lead Planned Giving conversations within the portfolio; develop blended gift strategies where appropriate.
  • Identify donors who have connectivity to or are decision makers for corporate prospects; partner appropriately with the Corporate Development team.
• Team Contribution & Peer Mentoring
  • Informally share expertise and strategy insights with colleagues; serve as a resource when senior perspective is helpful.
  • Contribute to team strategy sessions and portfolio review meetings as a senior voice and active participant.
  • Model CRM discipline and data-driven portfolio management for the broader team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of major gift fundraising experience with demonstrated success closing gifts of $500,000+.
• Experience in a matrixed, chapter-based organization or similarly complex structure preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute principal gift strategies ($1M+), with evidence of a qualified $1M+ pipeline.
• Proactive, collaborative working style; models and welcomes active partnership with senior leadership on complex accounts.
• Strong relationship management skills with donors, advisors, volunteers, and cross-functional staff.
• Ability to develop and present complex, multi-asset gift strategies (outright, planned, blended).
• Proficiency in Salesforce or comparable CRM; strong data discipline and analytical approach to portfolio management.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; advanced degree or CFRE preferred.

Target Salary

• $140k - $170k

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan, voluntary benefits, flexible spending and commuter benefit accounts, an employee assistance program (EAP), life and disability insurance, performance-based bonuses, and generous paid time off.

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.