Summary
Description
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit working to end the abuse of animals raised for food. Recognized as a Top Charity by Animal Charity Evaluators for multiple years running, we are regarded as one of the most effective animal protection organizations in the world. We are a high-impact, mission-driven team that uses our time, talent, and resources strategically to dismantle factory farming and create lasting change for farmed animals worldwide. We set bold goals, embrace continuous improvement, and hold ourselves accountable to the animals who depend on us. As a fully remote organization with 100+ staff across the globe, we collaborate across borders and with partner organizations to build a powerful, united movement for animals.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Drive transformational philanthropic investment to end factory farming worldwide. As Director of Global Philanthropy, you will play a pivotal role in driving THL’s global revenue growth, building deep and lasting donor relationships, and leading the strategy for a high-performing major gifts program currently raising $6M+ annually.
We are seeking an experienced major gifts leader who combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, and who is motivated by the opportunity to connect significant philanthropic investment to measurable global impact. You will be both a thought partner to senior leadership and a frontline fundraiser, personally cultivating and soliciting high-value donors.
This is a full-time, remote position reporting to the Associate Vice President of Donor Relations. Domestic and international travel (approx. 3+ trips/year) is required, and occasional meetings with international donors may fall outside a typical 9–5 schedule, depending on your time zone.
What You’ll Lead & Achieve
Major Gifts Leadership & Strategy
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Own the strategy and performance of a $6M+ major gifts program, with responsibility for growth, retention, and donor engagement.
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Set strategy for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors giving $10,000–$1,000,000+, connecting donor priorities to THL’s programs to maximize global impact
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Manage and mentor a team of 3 Philanthropy Officers, fostering a culture of inclusion, accountability and continuous learning.
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Partner with program staff to create donor engagement plans, impact reports, proposal materials, and stewardship pathways.
High-Value Donor & Portfolio Management
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Manage a personal portfolio of high-value major donors and prospects, developed in partnership with Development Leadership.
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Partner with the CEO and senior leadership on high-stakes donor meetings, advising leadership on donor dynamics, philanthropic trends, and strategic opportunities.
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Build long-term relationships with high-net-worth individuals and institutional funders.
Data Strategy & Cross Collaboration
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Partner with Development Operations and IT to optimize the use of THL’s CRM (EveryAction) to manage portfolios, track performance, and advance donors through the pipeline.
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Collaborate with IT to develop dashboards and KPIs that inform forecasting and long-term revenue planning.
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Partner with Finance, Operations, and Legal to ensure compliance and ethical fundraising practices, and steward donor trust.
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Collaborate with Programs staff to identify funding needs and develop strategies that secure long-term support for THL’s priorities and maximize impact.
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Support fundraising events, donor briefings, donor travel, and cultivation opportunities, representing THL at key conferences and events.
Required Skills & Experience
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9+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, including 5+ years of major gifts experience.
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Experience within a major gifts program raising at least $5M annually.
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Demonstrated success managing a personal portfolio generating $1M+ in annually from individual donors with proven ability to cultivate and steward major donors and philanthropic partners with professionalism, discretion, and authenticity.
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3+ years of direct staff management, with a track record of developing high-performance teams.
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Adept at long-term planning, analyzing fundraising data, spotting trends, and setting benchmarks for success with experience using CRMs (EveryAction or similar).
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Exceptional verbal and written communication, able to craft compelling donor narratives and engage audiences including Effective Altruists.
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Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable, with strong project management skills and attention to detail.
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Comfort operating in global philanthropic contexts and aligning fundraising strategies with THL’s international programs and priorities.
See the complete job description and impact opportunities here.
New candidates are welcome to apply as long as this job opening is listed on our website. If you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English. All application questions and materials need to be submitted here through the application submission form; we do not accept applications through our careers email.
Hiring Timeline
This role will remain open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We may close the role once we begin advancing candidates through the hiring process.
The hiring process includes:
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Phone Interview (via phone call)
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Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
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Interview (via video call)
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Second Interview (via video call)
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Reference Checks
Each stage is expected to last a week or two on average. For full details of our typical recruitment process, please review this document.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary range: $119,630–$138,737 annually.
At The Humane League, we are committed to fair, consistent, and transparent compensation. We use a structured job architecture and step system to determine salary based on a role’s scope and an individual’s total years of relevant experience. To ensure equity, we follow a no-negotiation policy for salaries. Candidates whose experience places them at step 5 or higher within their job level are awarded a “Senior” title designation.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, paid sick leave, a 401(k) retirement plan with matching, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, wellness benefits, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
