Director of Planned Giving (Boston)

Engage Partners Inc.

Boston, MA 02298

United States

Posted July 1, 2025

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Valid until July 31, 2025

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Job Description

We're Hiring: Director of Planned Giving

Are you a strategic and donor-focused fundraising professional with a passion for securing meaningful, lasting gifts? We’re looking for a Director of Planned Giving to lead and expand our planned giving program, engaging donors in legacy giving opportunities that make a lasting impact.

In this role, you will:

Manage and cultivate a portfolio of planned giving prospects and donors.
Develop and execute education and engagement strategies to inspire legacy gifts.
Secure a range of planned gifts, including bequests, trusts, and life-income gifts.
Partner with frontline fundraisers to integrate planned giving into donor strategies.
Launch and grow a planned giving recognition society.
Collaborate with communications, legal, and finance teams to ensure seamless gift execution.

What we’re looking for:

7+ years of experience in fundraising, with a track record of securing planned gifts.
Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
Ability to navigate complex giving vehicles and work collaboratively with donors and stakeholders.
Demonstrated success with closing planned gifts, building/maintaining a planned giving program, and managing a portfolio.
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and development work experience required.
Excellent writing and interpersonal communications skills.
Proven track record in working within complex programs managing multiple demands, and balance evolving needs.
Proven ability to make decisions, work independently, and as a team player.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters.

Passion for connecting donors with opportunities to leave a lasting legacy.

If you're excited about the power of philanthropy and have the expertise to drive a successful planned giving program, we’d love to hear from you!