Vice President, Breakthrough Partnerships & Foundations

Vice President, Breakthrough Partnerships & Foundations About the Company Globally focused organization providing emergency relief & development assistance in disaster-affected areas IndustryNon-Profit Organization Management TypeNon Profit Founded1933 Employees10,001+ Categories ServicesAmazon Associates ProgramOpportunitiesPartners ProgramsNon Profit Specialties aiddevelopmenteducationhealth carewomen empowermentchildrenemergency reliefdisaster response and preparednessrefugee resettlementgovernance and rightswater and sanitationhumanitarian aidngoinnovationand climate change About the Role The Company is seeking a VP of Breakthrough Partnerships and Foundations to play a pivotal role in its mission to reach 40 million clients annually by 2033. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and owning a pipeline of transformational prospects, with a focus on securing multi-year commitments at the $100M+ level. This role demands a strategic and disciplined approach to relationship development, particularly within the philanthropic ecosystems of AI and technology founders, emerging foundations, and family offices. The VP will be expected to lead the design and execution of tailored, compelling asks, and to work closely with internal teams to ensure that the organization's programmatic work is effectively communicated to sophisticated donors. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree and at least 15 years' of experience in major gift fundraising, strategic relationship development, investment, or a related field. A proven track record of closing private transformational gifts at the $50M+ level is essential. The role requires a deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape, strong narrative thinking, and the ability to manage a long-term, patient cultivation process. The ideal candidate will have a genuine conviction in the mission of the organization, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions. Experience in the intersection of humanitarian or development programming and private philanthropy, as well as a network among relevant philanthropic circles, is highly desirable. Hiring Manager TitleChief Operating Officer Functions Non-Profit Management