AARP Foundation works to end senior poverty by helping vulnerable people over 50 build economic opportunity. Our approach emphasizes equitable outcomes for populations that have faced systemic discrimination. We serve all people 50 plus and their families. Through vigorous legal advocacy and evidence-based solutions, and by building supportive community connections, we foster resilience, advance equity and restore hope.

The Development Fundraising VP will partner with senior leadership to lead fundraising campaigns for the organization. Oversees the design and implementation of organization-wide donor relations and stewardship system to promote interaction with and recognition of donors at all levels. Collaborates with senior leadership to develop and implement long-term strategies to secure financial support from donors and funders to meet defined charitable goals.

• Partner with senior leadership, other key organization management team members, and the board to envision a case for philanthropic support, aligning organizational needs with funder interests, and developing and executing strategic, innovative fundraising plans to grow revenue and exceed goals.
• Leverage organization resources to identify, build, and frame new types of cross-disciplinary philanthropic initiatives to drive year-over-year revenue growth.
• Partner with senior leadership to provide integrated strategic direction and design for all channels of fundraising to unlock potential increased funding opportunities in direct response, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, government grants, and collaborative fundraising programs with partnering organizations and affiliates.
• Design and implement a cross-functional development structure to build capacity and foster a results-oriented, multiracial/multicultural team for organizational sustainability.
• Collect, review, and synthesize fundraising progress and outcomes for ROI and timely updates to senior leadership; account for monthly/quarterly variances, forecasts, and KPIs, and adjust approaches to ensure achievement of goals. Analyze fundraising revenue reports across all fundraising channels to identify donors/prospects that can be added to the pipeline for renewal, cultivation, or increased giving to ensure fundraising goals are met.
• Work cross-functionally with other development team members to maximize outreach and deepen relationships with high-value/high-stake donors and prospects.
• Lead strategic donor moves management discussions with senior stakeholders, including the executive team, and board.
• Evaluate and recommend new strategies to establish best practices for transformational fundraising focused on collaboration, efficiencies, and metrics-based performance outcomes in addition to primary role responsibilities. Represent and act on behalf of group executive or function when making decisions daily, when releasing information, and when coordinating projects or activities.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent and 10 years of strategic fundraising experience.
• Proficient in leadership, capable of rallying teams toward common objectives.
• Insights on the philanthropic landscape across the U.S. including best practices and emerging trends in philanthropy for optimal integration of various giving programs to diversify the funding base and cultivate greater donor commitments.
• Analytical and decision-making skills, with proven experience in interpreting data to drive strategies along with financial acumen to deliver revenue forecasts.
• Proven track record in implementing strategic fundraising campaigns.
• Ability to articulate forward-thinking strategies and compelling narratives coupled with communication skills to engage senior external audiences.
• Unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism, with an ability to lead diverse teams while promoting an equitable and inclusive environment where all team members are valued and have clear roles and responsibilities aligned with team goals.
• Outstanding organizational and time management abilities.

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time. Additional Requirements

• Regular and reliable job attendance
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
• Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
• In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise

Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA) AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as telecommuting workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work and telecommuting can only be done within the United States and its territories.

Compensation and Benefits AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Employment Opportunity AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.