Vice President of Individual and Major Giving

Salary: $92,000-$110,000 based on years of experience

Coverage Area: Statewide across South Carolina, including the Upstate, Midlands, and Lowcountry regions

Position Summary

The Vice President ofIndividual andMajor Giving (VPMG) is a senior fundraising leader responsible for designing, building, and leading a best-in-classindividual andmajor gifts program that advances the mission and long-term sustainability of CommunitiesInSchools of South Carolina (CISSC).

In partnership with the SVP External Affairs and Executive Leadership, this role will design and lead a comprehensive statewide major giving strategy aligned with CISSCs growth and scaling priorities Blendingstrategic leadership with frontline fundraising execution, the VP, I&MG willdesign andbuild the major gifts, processes establishinginfrastructure, systems, and a high-performance culture that drives transformational philanthropic investment.

Key Responsibilities

Statewide Strategy&SeniorLeadership

• Build and operationalizeindividual andmajor giftsstrategies at CISSC, including portfoliodevelopment, performance metrics, systems, and reporting structures

• Establish best-in-class practices for donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship

• Collaborate across government relations, communications, and program teams to ensure integrated external engagement

• Implement scalable systems and processes to support regional and statewide growth

Portfolio Management & Revenue Generation

• Personally manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects with annual revenue responsibility of up to$1M.

• Cultivate,solicit, and steward major and leadership-level gifts ($25,000+), with emphasis on multi-year and transformational investments.

• Lead high-level donor engagements, including executive briefings, site visits, and mission-driven experiences.

• Ensure exceptional stewardship, recognition, and reporting to deepen relationships and increase lifetime giving.

Campaign Strategy & Execution

• Serve in a leadership role forcapital and comprehensive campaigns, including planning, execution, and closing of leadership gifts.

• Contribute to campaign strategy, including prospect identification, pipeline development, and gift table design

• Identify and pursue blended giving opportunities, including planned gifts, endowments, and matching gift strategies.

Team Leadership & Management

• Directly manage and develop ateam ofregionally focusedSenior Major Gift Officers, setting clear goals, expectations, and accountability measures

• Provide coaching on portfolio strategy, donor engagement, and closing complex gifts

• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture grounded in accountability and continuous improvement

Board & External Engagement

• Partner with executive leadership and board members to support high-level donor cultivation and solicitation

• Engage and activate board members and volunteers in meaningful fundraising roles

• Represent CISSC in high-level external engagements and serve as an ambassador for the organizations mission and impact

Qualifications

• Bachelors degreerequired; advanced degree preferred; CFRE preferred

• 10+ yearsof progressive experience in major gift fundraising

• Proven success securingfrom $5 - $7 million dollar gifts.

• Demonstrated experience leading or playing a significant role in acapital or comprehensive campaign

• Experience building or scaling a major gifts function or department

• Strongmanagerial experience, including direct supervision and development of senior fundraising staff

• Demonstrated ability to manage a complex donor portfolio with measurable results

• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and strategic thinking skills

• Ability to travel statewide and attend occasional evening/weekend events

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of planned giving vehicles and blended gift strategies

• Experience working with CRM systems such as Charity Proud, Raisers Edge,Sage,or Salesforce

• Experience partnering with executive leadership and boards in fundraising strategy

• Familiarity with South Carolinas philanthropic landscape

ABOUT:

At Communities In Schools of South Carolina, we connect students to the relationships and resources they need to thrive. We believe every student deserves a community that shows up with purpose and stays present throughout their journey. As a statewide organization, we partner with schools to build trusting relationships, remove barriers, and support students in staying in school and succeeding in life.

Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. Guided by our core valuesexcellence, collaboration, integrity, purpose, and relationshipswe expand opportunity for students across South Carolina to thrive and shape their future. Youll join a purpose-driven, meaningful team of professionals dedicated to making a lasting difference for students and families across South Carolina.

NOTE:

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties or requirements.

Communities In Schools of South Carolina is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, or any other protected status. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, as well as participation in organizational programs and activities.