Regional Director of Development – Midwest

Regional Director of Development – Midwest

National Philanthropic Trust is a public charity dedicated to providing philanthropic expertise to donors, foundations, and financial institutions, enabling them to realize their philanthropic aspirations. Founded in 1996, NPT has raised over $80.2 billion in charitable contributions and manages $57.1 billion in assets, making it one of the largest grantmaking institutions in the United States.

Base pay range: $ hr – $ hr

Salary: $160,000 – $185,000 plus 30% annual discretionary bonus.

Location: Chicago, Minneapolis, Detroit, Pittsburgh, or another major city in the region. Must be willing to travel.

This role proactively implements fundraising plans and drives business development for NPT, focusing on attracting new donor‑advised fund accounts and contributions.

Responsibilities include:

• Strategic Planning and Implementation: collaborate with development leadership to develop and execute annual business plans focused on maximizing donor growth and fundraising success.
• Relationship Management: cultivate and manage a network of professional advisors (attorneys, financial advisors, CPAs, wealth advisors, etc.) through various channels, maintaining a robust pipeline of potential donors.
• Philanthropic Partnership: partner with NPT's financial service partners to provide consultative support to their advisors on incorporating donor‑advised funds into their clients' financial plans.
• Presentation Expertise: create and deliver compelling presentations tailored to various audiences.
• Complex‑Asset Contributions: collaborate with NPT specialists and legal counsel to support donors and their advisors in making charitable gifts of illiquid and complex assets.
• Communication and Outreach: disseminate relevant materials to advisors and existing donors, ensuring effective communication and engagement.
• Client Support: collaboratively resolve escalated inquiries and address service needs from donors and advisors regarding their donor‑advised funds.
• Performance Measurement: define key performance indicators in collaboration with senior leadership to track progress and ensure successful program execution; monitor and report on relationships and project milestones.
• Business Development and Marketing: participate in new business meetings and contribute to marketing and communications initiatives aimed at driving business growth.
• Project Support: assist with strategic projects designed to grow the organization and support the development team's efforts.
• Market Expertise: stay informed of current trends and developments in the donor‑advised fund, fundraising, and planned giving landscape; become a subject‑matter expert and a center of influence in your territory.

• Technical: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Seven to ten years of experience in professional philanthropy, wealth management, financial services, or law, with demonstrated success in developing and managing relationships with high‑net‑worth individuals and their advisors.
• Experience with in private banking, trust services, or investment advisory environments is highly desirable.
• Certifications such as Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP), Certified Fund‑Raising Executive (CFRE), or Advanced Certified Fund‑Raising Executive preferred.
• Deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape, including planned giving and the HNW community.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to multi‑task and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint) and Salesforce CRM software.
• Strong presentation, public speaking, and business management skills.

• Mission‑driven and passionate about NPT's mission.
• Entrepreneurial, proactive, and resourceful.
• Creative, able to develop innovative solutions.
• Effective communicator, with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Self‑motivated, results‑oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Integrity, exceptional ethical conduct.
• Good judgment and decision‑making skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Strategic thinker, able to connect details to the big picture.
• Collaboration skills, skilled in navigating professional environments.