Director of Major Gifts (Randolph)

About the Organization

This regional nonprofit organization is part of a respected international network dedicated to providing safe, affordable housing solutions for low- and moderate-income families and individuals. The mission focuses on building new affordable homes, completing critical home repairs, and supporting international housing initiatives through partnerships and financial contributions.

With an annual operating budget of approximately $10 million, the organization is sustained by a dedicated team of 60 employees and hundreds of volunteers, guided by a long-tenured CEO and a strong leadership team. It has earned a stellar reputation locally, statewide, and nationally for its innovation, community impact, and forward-thinking approach to sustainable growth in affordable housing.

The Opportunity

The Major Gifts Director will design, build, and manage a robust major gifts program aligned with the organizations mission and the broader international networks fundraising model.

This is a strategic, mission-critical roleideal for an experienced fundraising professional who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and wants to make an immediate and lasting impact.

The Major Gifts Director will report to the Vice President of Philanthropy and work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to engage major donors, drive strategic fundraising initiatives, and strengthen the organizations long-term financial sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive major gifts strategy to increase revenue from individual donors.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals.
• Align major giving efforts with the parent organizations fundraising model and collaborate with their development counterparts.
• Build systems and processes to track donor engagement, measure performance, and ensure accountability.
• Proficiency with CRM / donor management systems required; Salesforce experience preferred.
• Leverage existing relationships and community partnerships to deepen donor engagement and expand the base of support.
• Represent the organization with professionalism, authenticity, and credibility in high-level donor interactions.
• Contribute to a culture of philanthropy and provide thought leadership within the development function.

Qualifications & Attributes

Compensation & Benefits

Boyden and our clients are committed to equal opportunity employment.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, body shape, or veteran status.