Description
U.S. Soccer Overview
The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.
We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That is why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of U.S.
U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitious plans for U.S. Soccer in the near and far future. We are, therefore, looking for dynamic servant leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility, and an empathic management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results.
Position Description
Reporting to the Senior Director, Advancement Services, the Director, Prospect Development & Strategy will build and lead U.S. Soccer's prospect development and fundraising strategy capabilities, establishing the frameworks, practices, and fundraising discipline needed to support an Advancement program raising $70M+ annually and scaling toward $100M.
Serving as a strategic partner to Advancement leadership and frontline fundraisers, the Director will bring deep fundraising expertise and relationship-management practices to prospect identification, portfolio strategy, pipeline development, and moves management. With particular emphasis on principal, transformational, and complex philanthropic opportunities, this role will help fundraisers identify the strongest pathways to advance donor relationships and drive philanthropic growth.
In partnership with the Senior Director, Advancement Services, the Director will lead the development of prospect and portfolio management capabilities within Salesforce, embed U.S. Soccer's frontline fundraising methodology into daily practices, and oversee the growth and effectiveness of the prospect development function.
We’d love to learn more about you—please include a brief cover letter sharing why you’re excited about this role and what you’d bring to the team.
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U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development.
U.S. Soccer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.
