Description
ABOUT US
MVP funds local organizing and movement-building groups working to shift culture, win power, and shape policy.
MVP operates like a “mutual fund” for political giving: We raise money from donors, then channel it toward the most impactful organizations and power-building work around the country. Learn more: https://movement.vote.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Director of Philanthropic Advising, you will lead Movement Voter Project’s (MVP) major donor fundraising strategy by shaping and running the Donor Advising program. You will manage the Donor Advising team, carry a focused portfolio, and work side by side with the CDO to bring structure, strategy and energy to MVP’s major gifts work.
This role blends strategy, management, and execution to ensure MVP’s Donor Advising program is cohesive, data-driven, and built for long-term growth.
Requirements
RESPONSIBILITIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Lead and Support the Donor Advising Team
- Manage and coach Regional Philanthropic Directors, supporting them in portfolio management and regional team leadership
- Set clear goals and accountability while keeping the team motivated and aligned
- Build a team culture rooted in trust, collaboration and transparency
- Bring clarity and rhythm to how the Donor Advising team plans, communicates, and tracks progress
- Identify and resolve capacity gaps or bottlenecks early
Revenue Forecasting and Data Insights
- Oversee revenue forecasting for the donor advising team, ensuring projections are accurate and updated regularly
- Partner with Development Operations and the CDO to connect donor data with overall revenue goals
- Turn numbers into strategy, spotting trends, risks and growth opportunities
- Share insights with the team that help MVP stay one step ahead of challenges and funding shifts
Manage a Donor Portfolio
- Maintain a select portfolio of 15-20 top donors and prospects
- Build authentic long-term relationships focusing on alignment and shared values
- Create tailored cultivation and solicitation plans for each donor
- Collaborate with the CDO and Donor Advisors to ensure every donor feels connected and supported
- Help donors see the strategy and impact behind MVP’s work Help donors see the strategy and impact behind MVP’s work
Strengthen Systems and Tools
- Collaborate with the Development Operations Manager to ensure the CRM is set up to meet the needs of the donor advising team, work with donor advisors to ensure they track their work accurately in the CRM, and use the data to evaluate progress and make informed decisions
- Design and implement systems and processes for key fundraising strategies where they have been lacking (for example, prospecting)
- Simplify and automate where possible, freeing the team to spend more time with donors
Collaborate Across MVP
- Work closely with Mid-Level, Foundations, Donor Organizing, and Communications teams to ensure a consistent and inspiring donor experience
- Partner with Programs and Communications teams so donor communications reflect MVP’s current work and priorities
- Share donor insights that inform MVP’s broader fundraising, organizing and messaging
Partner with the Chief Development Officer
- Serve as a senior thought partner to the CDO, helping drive crisp, coordinated fundraising strategy
- Bring focus and follow-through to major gifts planning and team priorities
- Keep the CDO informed on progress, risks, and opportunities within the donor advising team
- Lead the day-to-day management of the donor advising program so the CDO can stay focused on big picture vision, strategy, and top-tier relationships
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
- The donor advising team runs like a confident, high performing unit with increasing revenue
- Forecasts and systems are accurate, current, and actually used
- Donors feel known, valued, and inspired to deepen their support
- The CDO has a strategic partner in planning, priorities, and execution
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Note: Although this paints a picture of who we’re looking for, qualified candidates may not check every single box below.
- Deep mission alignment, clear-eyed yet unwavering hopefulness, and a passion for working at the intersection of organizing, social movements, and electoral politics.
- A genuine love for donors, large and small, and appreciation for their role in advancing progress.
- A track record of success in major gifts leadership
- An enthusiastic and skilled manager of people
- Fluency with and affinity for data
- A designer and manager of systems that enable teams to do their best work
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-entity fundraising experience across 501(c)3, 501(c)4 and PAC giving
- A strong communicator able to make an inspiring case to donor audiences
- Fluency with Salesforce
OTHER DETAILS
Physical and Environmental Requirements
- Full-time, remote, exempt position
- Some travel is required for team retreats and conferences (~20%)
Direct Reports
- Three Regional Philanthropic Directors and two Senior Advisors
Accommodations
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for people with disabilities to perform key functions.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary Range: $160,000-180,000 (based on experience), plus a generous benefits package.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Employer-paid premiums of health insurance at 100% for most individuals & 75% for family
- Dental and vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) account with partial match
- Basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance direct coverage
- Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account availability
- Work from Home stipend
- Wellness stipend
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Access to emergency stipend
- Access to free online courses
- Paid vacation of 4 weeks & Paid holidays (12 full, 2 half), in addition to office closures
- Floating holidays on or around your birthday and your hire date anniversary
- 18 weeks of paid Parental Leave
- Up to 4 weeks of paid Bereavement Leave
- Up to 12 weeks of Family Leave (up to 4 weeks paid)
- Sabbatical policy
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a cover letter and resume.
Movement Voter Project isn’t just an equal opportunity employer. We are actively seeking to build a diverse and inclusive team with a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to support the incredible diversity of grassroots organizing across the country. MVP does not discriminate based upon race/ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a veteran, formerly incarcerated or convicted persons, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic.
All Hands On Deck, Inc. does business as Movement Voter Project.
