Managing Director, Principal Giving at UNICEF USA: Remote Fundraising Opportunity | Salary Up to $160,000 Annually

Overview

UNICEF USA invites applications for the position of Managing Director, Principal Giving to advance its fundraising ambitions and support the global mission of UNICEF. The role focuses on securing transformational donations, building relationships with high-net-worth individuals, and developing innovative giving strategies for programmes addressing children's health, education, nutrition, protection, and emergency needs.

Who can apply

This opportunity is suited for experienced fundraising professionals with a strong background in major gifts, donor relationship management, and philanthropic partnerships. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree and possess at least 8 to 10 years of fundraising or relevant professional experience. Applicants are required to have a proven record of personally cultivating, soliciting, securing, and stewarding seven-figure donations, along with experience managing complex and blended gifts.

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate familiarity with philanthropic trends, particularly within the technology and artificial intelligence sectors, and have experience using CRM databases and data-driven fundraising strategies. Candidates need strong organisational, time management, and communication abilities, as well as a commitment to UNICEF’s mission of protecting children’s rights worldwide. The role involves approximately 25 percent domestic and occasional international travel, and applicants must be willing to undertake this travel.

What you get

The position offers a regular, full-time remote working arrangement with an annual salary range of $123,150 to $160,000.

How to apply

Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official UNICEF USA recruitment portal. Applications should highlight the applicant's fundraising achievements, experience securing major gifts, donor relationship management capabilities, and understanding of international philanthropy.