Vice President, Development

10+ years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a minimum of 3 years at a senior leadership level. Demonstrated success in individual giving, corporate partnerships, grant development, and event fundraising. Proven record of securing and managing six- and seven-figure gifts and grants. Expertise in building and soliciting a portfolio of high-net worth individuals. Experience managing and motivating a high-performing team; direct supervisory experience required. Expertise in corporate fundraising and cause-marketing strategy. Strong background in grants management and institutional fundraising. Skilled in event design, sponsorship, and donor engagement strategies. Experience managing budgets of $3M+ and leading multi-channel fundraising efforts. Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into measurable results. CFRE and/or MBA preferred. Deep commitment to Sepsis Alliance’s mission and values, with integrity, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and the values of Sepsis Alliance.

Lead and grow all aspects of revenue generation, including major gifts, annual giving, corporate sponsorships, foundation and government support, and planned giving. Build a diversified fundraising portfolio with measurable short- and long-term goals to ensure financial sustainability. Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, foundations, and other strategic funders. Oversee prospect research, proposal development, and reporting to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and funding opportunities. Expand event-based fundraising, including national campaigns, signature events, and donor engagement opportunities. Partner with the Board of Directors to strengthen engagement, grow networks, and advance philanthropic initiatives. Ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting, and performance tracking for all development initiatives, including quarterly and annual projections. Manage fundraising systems and software (CRM, donor management, wealth screening tools) to track donor engagement, analyze performance, and enhance efficiency. Communicate fundraising goals and progress across the organization and empower staff to contribute to development success. Provide regular progress reports and strategic updates to the CEO, Committees, and the full Board of Directors. Serve as a strategic thought partner to the CEO and senior leadership in setting and executing Sepsis Alliance’s organizational and revenue strategy. Develop and implement a comprehensive, integrated development plan that aligns with the organization’s strategic priorities and growth objectives. Build and maintain a strong, consistent national brand identity that elevates Sepsis Alliance’s visibility and credibility across audiences. Collaborate closely with program, communications, and advocacy teams to ensure development initiatives support mission impact and amplify organizational storytelling. Drive innovation by identifying new opportunities for partnerships, campaigns, and donor engagement. Represent Sepsis Alliance externally at conferences, donor meetings, and strategic events, serving as a visible ambassador for the organization. Manage, mentor, and support a high-performing development team, including a Senior Development Associate and Senior Research and Grants Manager, fostering professional growth and accountability. Promote a culture of innovation, excellence, and collaboration within the development department and across the organization. Align team structure and resources to ensure effective execution of fundraising, marketing, and communications strategies. Partner with HR and leadership to ensure development staffing and skill-building align with evolving organizational needs. Champion a culture of philanthropy across all departments, encouraging organization-wide participation in fundraising efforts.