Description

ABOUT US

MVP funds local organizing and movement-building groups working to shift culture, win power, and shape policy.

MVP operates like a “mutual fund” for political giving: We raise money from donors, then channel it toward the most impactful organizations and power-building work around the country. Learn more: https://movement.vote.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Regional Philanthropic Director for the Western region (San Francisco Bay Area), you will lead a team of philanthropic advisors that fuels flexible, high-impact funding for grassroots organizing and movement-building groups across the country. You will own and grow a portfolio of donors capable of giving $10,000+ annually—building deep, values-aligned relationships that translate into significant, sustained investment in our mission.

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. 

Donor Strategy and Revenue Generation

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 125 primarily San Francisco Bay Area-based donor and prospect households, with full responsibility for qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Design and lead high-impact donor strategies, translating donor interests into compelling, multi-year investment opportunities that drive meaningful revenue growth.
• Serve as a strategic partner across Foundations, Donor Organizing, and program teams to unlock aligned funding opportunities.

Team Leadership and Fundraising Culture

•  Lead and elevate a high-performing regional fundraising team—coaching staff and contractors to deepen donor relationships, sharpen strategy, and consistently exceed revenue goals.
• Partner with other donor team leaders on strategic growth initiatives, including advisor onboarding, team capacity-building, and program refinement.
• Contribute to a strong internal culture of collaboration, accountability, and shared learning across the fundraising team.

Revenue Forecasting and Data Insights

• Use data and CRM insights to drive portfolio strategy, forecast revenue, and identify opportunities for growth and risk mitigation.
• Lead regular portfolio reviews to provide thought partnership on donor strategies and ensure alignment and accountability across the team.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• The Western region consistently meets or exceeds ambitious multi-million dollar revenue goals
• Donors in your region feel known, valued, and inspired to deepen their support
• The regional team is recognized internally as a model of excellence in donor strategy and collaboration

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Note: Although this paints a picture of who we’re looking for, qualified candidates may not check every single box below.

• Deep mission alignment, clear-eyed yet unwavering hopefulness, and a passion for working at the intersection of organizing, social movements, and electoral politics.
• A genuine love for donors, large and small, and appreciation for their role in advancing progress.
• 5+ years of experience in major gifts or philanthropic advising, including managing donor relationships of $100K+ annually.
• Highly self-directed, with the ability to independently manage a team and portfolio while partnering effectively across teams
• Based in the San Francisco Bay Area (1 hour drive if San Francisco)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Multi-entity fundraising experience across 501(c)3, 501(c)4 and PAC giving
• Successful track record as a people manager

OTHER DETAILS

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Full-time, remote, exempt position
• Some travel is required for team retreats and conferences (~15%)

Direct Reports

• Three full-time Philanthropic Advisors and one part-time consultant

Accommodations

• Reasonable accommodations may be made for people with disabilities to perform key functions. 

SALARY & BENEFITS

Salary Range: $140,000-170,000 (based on experience), plus a generous benefits package. 

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Employer-paid premiums of health insurance at 100% for most individuals & 75% for family
• Dental and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) account with partial match
• Basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance direct coverage
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account availability
• Work From Home stipend
• Wellness stipend
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Access to emergency stipend
• Access to free online courses 
• Paid vacation (4 weeks), paid holidays (9 days), and office closures (fall and winter breaks)
• Two floating paid days off (to be used at your discretion)
• 18 weeks of paid Parental Leave
• Up to 4 weeks of paid Bereavement Leave
• Up to 12 weeks of Family Leave (up to 4 weeks paid)
• Sabbatical policy

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a cover letter and resume.

Movement Voter Project isn’t just an equal opportunity employer. We are actively seeking to build a diverse and inclusive team with a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to support the incredible diversity of grassroots organizing across the country. MVP does not discriminate based upon race/ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a veteran, formerly incarcerated or convicted persons, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic. 

All Hands On Deck, Inc. does business as Movement Voter Project.