Donor Advisor, Major Gifts

The Donor Advisor, Major Gifts plays a pivotal role in advancing the Alzheimer’s Association’s mission by building and deepening relationships with high‑impact donors committed to creating a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. This fundraising professional will join a strategic and highly successful major gifts team raising over $60 million annually. 

The Donor Advisor, Major Gifts manages a strategic portfolio of major giving prospects, developing personalized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies that align donor passions with the Association’s mission priorities. The Donor Advisor collaborates closely with leadership and cross‑functional teams to drive philanthropic revenue, expand the major-gift pipeline, and strengthen long-term donor engagement. The primary portfolio for this role will be based in the Upper Northeast, with additional regions assigned as needed.

Responsibilities:

Portfolio Management & Donor Strategy

• Build, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a personal portfolio of approximately 100–125 major donors and prospects.
• Develop individualized donor strategies to deepen engagement and increase philanthropic investment aligned with Alzheimer’s Association priorities.
• Assume responsibility for annual revenue and activity goals; meet or exceed assigned fundraising targets.
• Develop and implement strategies to grow the major and strategic giving pipeline within the assigned chapters.
• Build and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies for six‑ and seven‑figure solicitations.

Collaboration & Internal Partnerships

• Partner with chapter field leadership and staff to develop integrated donor strategies that enhance the donor experience and strengthen chapter, territory and organization wide fundraising.
• Work collaboratively and strategically with colleagues across the Association to expand the pipeline of major and strategic gift prospects.
• Serve as a trusted partner to senior leadership in donor strategy and high-level solicitations.

Data & Operations

• Maintain accurate and timely CRM records to support strong data management and reporting practices.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on progress toward goals; use data insights to inform portfolio strategy.
• Adhere to team processes, professional fundraising standards, and organizational policies.

Representation & Engagement

• Represent the Alzheimer’s Association at donor meetings, events, community engagements, and networking opportunities.
• Model professionalism, donor-centric practice, and the Association’s values in all interactions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; CFRE or advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of fundraising experience working directly with high-net-worth individuals and families.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating, soliciting, and closing six- and seven-figure major gifts.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and ability to develop sophisticated donor strategies.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to write and present with clarity and speed.
• High emotional intelligence, strong listening skills, and the ability to engage effectively with diverse individuals and groups.
• Proven ability to collaborate across functions and work effectively with senior leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving needs.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and data-driven portfolio management.
• Willingness and ability to travel regionally and nationally, including overnight travel.

Position Title: Donor Advisor

Position Location: Remote Location Boston, MA. Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, dependent on assigned markets

Ability to travel 50%+ of the time, dependent on assigned markets

Full time: based on 37.5 hours per week minimum

Position Grade: 510; estimated salary range: $103,000-$130,000

Reports To: Sr Director, Major Gifts

Who We Are:

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia– by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

The Alzheimer’s Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in research for 2023. This unparalleled commitment is illustrative of the momentum we are building in dementia research — our investments today will lead to breakthroughs tomorrow.

At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,900 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the disease.

We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and those that may develop the disease in the future. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org/jobs to explore who we are and why we've been recognized as a Best Place to Work for the last twelve years in a row.

At the Alzheimer's Association®, we believe that diverse perspectives are critical to achieving health equity — meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia.

 The Alzheimer’s Association commitment remains steadfast in engaging all communities in our full mission. The Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment to the fullest extent required by law, including, but not limited to, on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing. They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan. Please click HERE for more information.

Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.