For more than 35 years, The HALO Trust has worked at the front lines of post-conflict recovery, clearing landmines and explosive remnants of war so families can safely return to their fields, schools, and communities. True peace does not begin when conflict ends. It begins when land is made safe and livelihoods can be restored. Operating in more than 30 countries, HALO combines technical expertise with deep local partnership, training and employing community members to remove explosive hazards and reclaim land for productive use.
HALO Trust USA, the Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) affiliate, fuels this global mission through philanthropic investment, advocacy, and strategic partnerships. Working closely with its UK counterpart and supported by major institutional funders, including the U.S. Department of State, HALO Trust USA is highly regarded for accountability, financial transparency, and impact. At least 90% of funds raised are committed directly to transforming lives in conflict-affected regions. As the organization continues to grow its philanthropic base, it stands at a pivotal moment to deepen its engagement with high-net-worth individuals and expand its community of ambassadors for this life-saving work.
The Opportunity
The Director of Major and Principal Gifts will play a central leadership role in shaping the future of individual philanthropy at HALO Trust USA.
Reporting to the Head of U.S. Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships and partnering closely with senior leaders in the U.S. and UK, this entrepreneurial fundraiser will build and expand a high-net-worth donor circle aligned with HALO’s global mission.
Leading a team of two professionals, the Director will manage a portfolio of at least 50 high-value donor relationships and conduct a minimum of 100 personal visits annually. The role includes designing and executing sophisticated cultivation strategies, developing six- and seven-figure proposals, recruiting and stewarding Ambassador Council members, and hosting salon-style events in key markets such as New York, Los Angeles, Seattle, and San Francisco.
The Director will also support legacy giving conversations, oversee moves management processes in Salesforce, and collaborate with global colleagues to connect donors directly with impact, including hosting field visits to HALO operations.
This is a highly visible position requiring gravitas, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to translate complex humanitarian programming into compelling investment opportunities.
The salary range for this position is $150,000–$160,000, plus benefits.
