Vice President, Strategic Partnerships & Development

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Vice President, Strategic Partnerships & Development based in California, United States.

The Vice President, Strategic Partnerships & Development will lead philanthropic strategy and fundraising operations to advance an organization's long-term mission and financial sustainability. Working closely with executive leadership, you will strengthen donor relationships, develop strategic funding opportunities, and build a disciplined pipeline of major donors and institutional funders. You will transform complex policy, research, advocacy, and program priorities into compelling investment cases that inspire philanthropic support. The role combines executive partnership, strategic planning, persuasive communications, and hands-on project management. You will collaborate across departments to improve fundraising systems, accountability, and operational effectiveness while helping close annual funding gaps. This fully remote leadership opportunity is ideal for an experienced professional who can influence senior stakeholders, build trusted partnerships, and deliver measurable results in a mission-driven environment.