About Us:
The Cancer Research Institute (CRI), established in 1953 and headquartered in New York City, is the preeminent U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to saving more lives by fueling the discovery and development of powerful immunotherapies for all cancers.
Guided by a world-renowned Scientific Advisory Council that includes four Nobel laureates and 35 members of the National Academy of Sciences, CRI has invested over $606 million in support of research conducted by immunologists and tumor immunologists at the world's leading medical centers and universities and has contributed to many of the key scientific advances that demonstrate the potential for immunotherapy to change the face of cancer treatment. The Cancer Research Institute's research funding supports the entire continuum of basic discovery through early-stage clinical development of novel cancer immunotherapies.
**This is a Hybrid role in our NYC office**
The Director of Major Gifts, Eastern Region oversees CRI’s major donor program for donors located in the geographic area assigned in order to raise the resources to fund the research necessary to advance groundbreaking discoveries and build a world immune from cancer.
Role:
The Major Gifts Officer oversees CRI’s major donor program for donors located in the geographic area assigned in order to raise the resources to fund the research necessary to advance groundbreaking discoveries and build a world immune from cancer.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a portfolio of 100 – 150 major donors ($10,000+).
- Design and execute a strategy for all donors in the portfolio, including cultivation, stewardship, solicitation and acknowledgement.
- Manage the annual portfolio projection process, and provide real-time updating of revenue projections.
- Leverage CRM to track donor engagement and relationship moves management.
- Collaborate with development, marketing and program colleagues to create compelling engagement opportunities for donors and prospective donors, including creating outreach content, events and other opportunities to connect donors to CRI’s programs, research and impact.
- Partner with CEO, CDO and board members to grow major donor support. Leverage events, network outreach and other approaches to connect prospective donors to CRI’s mission and impact.
- Partner with program and finance teams to create proposals, gift agreements and reports for grants.
- Manage reporting calendar for all gifts with reporting specifications.
- Partner with the Director of Individual Giving and the Director of Development Operations to support the internal prospecting process for donors who have potential to give above the major donor threshold.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years’ non-profit development experience with direct donor stewardship and solicitation, or similar relevant experience in mission-oriented sales
- Minimum 2 years’ experience managing a portfolio of 75+ donors
- A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree/MBA is preferred, or equivalent work experience
- Experience working with a diverse community of stakeholders[FK3]
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Familiarity with the donor life-cycle and moves management
- Knowledge of a range of giving vehicles is preferred
- Proficient in using CRM, Google, Microsoft, Slack, professional communication tools, and project management software
Benefits:
- 100% paid employee Health Insurance, Dental, & Vision
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
- 403b Company Contribution
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Commuter Benefits Program (Pre-Tax Transit and Parking)
- Paid PTO
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits tailored to factors such as location, role complexity, and experience. For roles in New York City, the estimated base salary range is $150-175K per year.
Skills Required
- At least 5 years of nonprofit development experience with direct donor stewardship and solicitation, or similar mission-oriented sales experience
- At least 2 years of experience managing a portfolio of 75 or more donors
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- Experience working with a diverse community of stakeholders
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Familiarity with the donor life cycle and moves management
- Knowledge of a range of giving vehicles
- Proficiency with CRM, Google, Microsoft, Slack, professional communication tools, and project management software
- Master's degree or MBA
What We Do
The Cancer Research Institute (CRI) is a New York City–based nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing cancer immunotherapy. Founded in 1953, it funds scientists and researchers, supports clinical-trial networks, and promotes global collaboration and shared data to accelerate discoveries from fundamental immunology through clinical translation. Its mission is to help turn breakthrough science into life-saving treatments and create a world immune to cancer.
