Director of Philanthropy - Scion Staffing : Job Details

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Director of Philanthropy for a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives through inclusive programs, community engagement, and advocacy. This is a full-time, onsite position located in the Aberdeen, MD area.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Director of Philanthropy will lead major giving efforts and build meaningful relationships to support the organization's mission and programs. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this role collaborates across teams and community stakeholders to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward significant gifts. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and an experienced fundraising professional deeply connected to the local community and committed to community engagement.

PERKS:

• $90,000–$100,000 annual salary with room for growth!
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision!
• Opportunity to support a dynamic organization dedicated to community empowerment!
• Generous PTO and tuition assistance programs!

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a diverse portfolio of current and prospective individual major donors.
• Develop and execute tailored strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward significant gifts, with a focus on five- and six-figure contributions.
• Work closely with executive leadership and the development team to set strategic fundraising goals based on donor data and organizational priorities.
• Maintain accurate records of donor engagement in the CRM and implement customized stewardship plans to deepen donor relationships.
• Build meaningful relationships in Harford and Cecil Counties by identifying individuals and entities aligned with the organization's mission.
• Assist in the planning and execution of cultivation and fundraising events, including follow-up and donor conversion activities.
• Represent the organization at local community events and business networking functions to expand awareness and support.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in fundraising, including securing five- and six-figure gifts from individual donors.
• Experience using donor databases (e.g., Raiser's Edge or similar CRM systems).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a high level of energy, motivation, and initiative.
• Deep knowledge of and connection to Harford County, Cecil County, or surrounding communities.
• Ability to thrive in a non-bureaucratic, highly collaborative setting with direct access to leadership and open communication.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This salaried position offers an annual compensation range of $90-100K+ (DOE). The role includes a comprehensive benefits package featuring medical, dental, vision, employer-paid life and AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, voluntary supplemental benefits, PTO, tuition assistance, and a 403(b) retirement plan.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms in America and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times for over ten years running! More information about us can be found at www.scionnonprofitstaffing.com.

Scion Nonprofit, a division of Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We believe in following best practices and considering all qualified applicants that apply with us.