Major Gifts Senior Manager (MGO)

WHO WE ARE

The Alliance for Decision Education (the Alliance) is a national nonprofit and field builder withthe mission of improving lives by empowering students with essential skills and dispositionsfor making better decisions. Founded in 2014 and backed by experts in decision sciences,business, and education—including several Nobel laureates—the Alliance believes that betterdecisions lead to better lives and a better society.As a field builder, the Alliance partners with teachers, academic and business leaders,families, and community members to raise awareness and lead the growing call to haveDecision Education taught in schools nationwide.The Alliance is committed to an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative culture. Our diverseteam comprises educators, researchers, subject matter experts, and other professionalsdedicated to our mission. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

WHAT WE OFFER

The Alliance offers a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of competitivecompensation:

Annual Salary:

• $90,000 - $110,000 per year*

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (100% employer paid)
• Life Insurance (100% employer paid)
• Long Term Disability Insurance (100% employer paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Retirement Plan with up to a 5% match
• Flexible Spending Account
• Up to 20 Days of Paid Time Off in your first year (prorated based on your start date)

Job Overview

The role will drive major fundraising by building and managing relationships with individualsand corporations to secure significant financial support for the Alliance’s mission andstrategic goals. This position reports to the Head of Philanthropy. This role is a key part of theDevelopment Department, inspiring philanthropy to advance Decision Education.

Location and Schedule

This full-time role requires an 8-hour day and a 40-hour work week. It is an Exempt positionunder the FLSA, meaning it is not eligible for overtime pay.TheMajor Gifts Senior Manager will adhere to a hybrid working schedule, requiring an on-sitepresence at the office in Bala Cynwyd, PA, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Candidates who arenot local will still be considered, with the expectation of occasional travel to the office.

Travel Requirements

This position involves ~50% travel, with most of that being local or regional travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Relationship Management
  • Cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of 100-150 major gift prospects anddonors to achieve specific engagement and revenue goals.
  • Engage high-capacity stakeholders to advance the Alliance’s philanthropic objectives.
  • Build trust-based relations through personalized engagement, including meetings, events, and communications.
  • Solicit and close five- and six-figure gifts, ensuring sustained donor support.
• Strategy and Portfolio Management
  • Develop tailored strategies for donor qualification, cultivation, solicitation, andstewardship, using data-driven insights.
  • Identify and research new major gifts prospects to expand the donor pipeline.
  • Collaborate with team members on strategic planning, campaigns, and donor engagement initiatives.
• Administrative and Advocacy
  • Draft compelling correspondence, reports, and proposals to supportfundraising efforts.
  • Maintain accurate, confidential donor records in Salesforce, adhering to departmental standards.
  • Represent the Alliance at donor events and serve as an ambassador for the organization and its mission with all stakeholders.

Please note: Duties may evolve in response to the organization’s needs.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in philanthropy, fundraising, corporate relations, orclient-facing roles (e.g., business development).
• Proven success in soliciting and closing five- and six-figure gifts or equivalenthigh-value commitments.
• Strong portfolio management skills, with proven ability to build and manage aportfolio of major gift prospects.
• Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and data analysis for prospectresearch.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience in relevant fields considered.

Attributes and Characteristics

• Demonstrated ability to build trust-based relationships with donors and stakeholders.
• Open-minded and intellectually curious, with a commitment to understanding andadvancing the field of Decision Education.
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative mindset.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution and project management skills.
• Emotionally mature, responsible, and detail-oriented.
• Effective communicator with excellent writing, editing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
• Willingness to adapt to changing needs and priorities.
• Embodies the Alliance’s core values and standards:
  • Humanism:valuing others as human beings
  • Rationality:thinking and skills to help answer “What is true?” and “What to do?”
  • Education:growth mindset; dedication to developing knowledge and skills
  • Conscientiousness: diligent work ethic, professionalism; high-quality work
  • Initiative: owner’s and founder’s mentality; leadership skills
  • Mission Alignment: dedication to the organization’s mission and goals

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Sitting:Primarily desk-based work, most of the time is spent sitting at a desk orworkstation
• Movement:Occasional walking or standing as needed
• Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying up to 10 lbs
• Hand and Finger Dexterity:Constant use of hands for tasks such as typing, writing, orhandling small objects.
• Visual and auditory requirements: Good vision and hearing are often necessary fortasks such as reading documents, working on a computer, or communicating withcolleagues or external parties.

The position is based in the United States.

The posted salary range represents our good-faith estimate and may vary based oncandidate qualifications and experience. The salary and benefits mentioned may be revisedat the company's discretion.

The Alliance for Decision Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed tocreating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Employment at the Alliance for Decision Education is on an at-will basis. This means that theemployee or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with orwithout cause or notice.