Vice President of Principal Gifts

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Principal Gifts to lead the strategic development and expansion of its principal gifts program. This pivotal role involves identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding high-capacity donors to secure transformational philanthropic investments. The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership, Board members, and the Clinical Development and Medical Affairs team to align donor engagement with the organization's mission and scientific priorities. Key responsibilities include managing a portfolio of 40-75 high-capacity donors and prospects, developing customized engagement strategies, and promoting planned and legacy giving opportunities. The role demands a highly relational fundraising professional with a proven track record in securing significant philanthropic gifts, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to operate in an entrepreneurial, high-expectation environment. The ideal candidate for the Vice President of Principal Gifts position at the company will have a background in fundraising that is particularly suited to the rare disease sector. This requires the ability to educate, inspire, and engage individuals with no personal connection to the disease, while effectively translating complex scientific concepts into compelling opportunities for impact. The role is not just about financial support; it is about building a sustainable fundraising platform that can support the mission for generations to come. The candidate should be a trusted ambassador for the organization's mission, with a genuine commitment to its values of integrity, impact, initiative, and innovation. A strong strategic thinker, the candidate must be adept at operating independently, yet be a team player, capable of partnering with various stakeholders to advance the organization's philanthropic goals.