Principal Giving Officer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee a portfolio comprising around 60 individual and institutional donors contributing 6- and 7-figure amounts.

• Act as a representative for Protect Democracy during external presentations and in one-on-one meetings with donors.

• Serve as an ambassador for Protect Democracy and the wider pro-democracy movement.

• Create customized engagement strategies for both prospective high-capacity donors and established key donors.

• Foster relationships, communicate, and engage with the board, donors, and partner organizations.

• Manage the complete donor engagement cycle, including the planning and execution of meetings with major-gift prospects.

• Collaborate closely with the Chief Partnerships Officer and the Executive Director.

• Share resources and insights across the Partnerships team.

• Develop subject matter expertise in collaboration with others.

• Contribute to initiatives aimed at building a positive organizational culture.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of direct fundraising experience with increasing responsibility, including recent experience with principal giving.

• Proven experience in securing one-year major gifts or capital investments of no less than $1 million.

• At least 3 years of experience in the pro-democracy sector, whether in fundraising or another role.

• Experience in raising funds for a 501(c)(4) organization is preferred but not mandatory.

• A nuanced understanding of the U.S. political landscape, the challenges posed by authoritarianism, and the underrepresentation of communities of color in American democracy.

• Passion for Protect Democracy's cross-ideological and nonpartisan approach.

• A demonstrated history of expanding and nurturing donor relationships.

• Proficiency in CRM databases and donor data management.

• Exceptional analytical, writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience in cultivating politically astute and high-level prospective audiences.

• A growth-oriented mindset and a collaborative approach.

• A willingness to give and receive constructive feedback.

• Eligibility to work in the United States.

• Availability to travel occasionally and to attend team retreats at least twice a year.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible vacation policy that encourages taking 4–5 weeks off each year.

• 12 paid holidays throughout the year.

• 6 weeks of paid family medical leave.

• 18 weeks of paid parental leave.

• 401(k) plan with an employer match of up to 6%, fully vested immediately.

• Medical premiums for employees covered at 100%.

• Dependent medical coverage up to 95%, depending on the chosen plan.

• Comprehensive dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents at no cost.

• Long-term disability insurance provided.

• Life insurance coverage included.

• Fertility benefits available.

• Stipend for home office expenses.

• Performance-based bonuses at the discretion of the Executive Director.

• Remote-first work environment.

• Access to shared workspaces.

• Opportunities for personal and professional development.

• Mentorship and avenues for professional advancement.

• Team retreats held at least twice a year.