The Director of Major Gifts is responsible for planning, directing and overseeing the Agency’s major and mid-level gifts fundraising program. This position will be responsible for identifying strategic opportunities, developing, and implementing initiatives to identify, cultivate and solicit major and mid-level gifts to ensure a strong base of financial support. This position will manage a portfolio of their own. Must work collaboratively with the CEO, CEAO, Development staff and other departments. The Director maintains a portfolio of active prospects for support, and is responsible for the successful solicitation of these prospects.  

The Maryland Center for History and Culture (MCHC) is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual with vision and creativity to serve as the Vice President of External Affairs (VP). The VP is a key member of the executive leadership team and reports directly to the President & CEO at MCHC. The role is responsible for shaping and executing a comprehensive strategy for fundraising, government relations, public affairs, and communications. As the chief fundraiser and external affairs strategist, the VP plays a central role in advancing the institution's mission, visibility, and long-term sustainability. A major focus of this role will be leading the launch and execution of a multi-year capital campaign, in partnership with an experienced external fundraising consultant. The VP will manage the campaign working with the CEO, Board of Trustees, staff, and consultant. The VP also oversees the overall communications strategy, ensuring alignment across fundraising, marketing, public messaging, and community initiatives to elevate MCHC's public profile and mission. Key responsibilities include fundraising/development, external relations/public affairs, community engagement, leadership/team management, institutional strategy & leadership. Please see the job description for additional details about the position as well as qualifications and benefits.