Associate Director of Development, Major and Planned Gifts

Job description

T he Folger Shakespeare Library knows that an exceptional staff is the backbone of any great organization. We hire exceptionally qualified individuals who are committed to the mission, vision, and values of our organization. Our recruitment process strives to be interactive, accessible, and responsive. Once employed, the Folger provides a generous compensation, leave, and benefits package, as well as many opportunities for personal and professional growth. Job Description: The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced development professional to join our team as the Associate Director of Development, Major and Planned Gifts (AD-MPG). This role, reporting to the Chief Development Officer, will build, manage, and provide strategic direction for the Folger’s major gift fundraising programs. They will identify prospects, steward current donors and solicit major gifts, in face-to-face meetings, and in writing, sometimes accompanied by Senior Directors. The Associate Director of Major and Planned Gifts will support the Chief Development Officer with board development and high-level major donor strategy including cultivating and providing stewardship for indiv...