Vice President, Development

American Cancer Society

Vice President, Development leading high-level fundraising activities at American Cancer Society. Managing a large team to achieve aggressive revenue targets in a complex area.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $130,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in fundraising strategy development and execution, with a strong focus on building and maintaining high-level relationships to drive significant revenue growth. Proven leadership in managing teams and partnerships to achieve ambitious fundraising goals.

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Fundraising Strategy DevelopmentTeam LeadershipRelationship ManagementLarge-Scale Gift SolicitationExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

FundraisingRevenue GenerationStrategic PlanningDonor EngagementGift Solicitation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationTeam Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

C-Suite RelationshipsPartnership DevelopmentNonprofit FundraisingBoard ManagementDonor-Centric Approach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive aggressive revenue growth through multi-faceted, multi-year partnerships
Leads donor-centric revenue generation directly and through a fundraising team
Recruits and manages Area Board(s) and/or CEOs Against Cancer Chapters
Identifies and secures large-scale opportunities and manages C-suite relationships
Contributes to regional strategy as a key member of the leadership team

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years fundraising and team leadership experience
Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent
Proven ability to design and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies
Significant expertise in building and maintaining long-term relationships
Proven track record soliciting and closing large 6- and 7- figure gifts
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous paid time off policy
medical benefits
dental benefits
retirement benefits
wellness programs
professional development programs