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23andMe · 1 month ago

Director, Philanthropy & Development

positionPalo Alto (HQ)
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$220K/yr - $300K/yr
date8+ years exp

23andMe Research Institute is a nonprofit medical research organization focused on genetic discovery. They are seeking a Director of Philanthropy who will lead fundraising efforts, build relationships with donors, and develop a strategic fundraising strategy aligned with their mission.

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Responsibilities

Build and lead a best-in-class philanthropy and development function from the ground up
Implement a multi-year development strategy aligned with our scientific mission and initiatives
Partner with department leaders to develop cases for support as well as create briefings and other supporting materials
Inspire and steward major donors, foundations, corporate partners, and grant-making organizations
Proven track record of securing $1M+ gifts and institutional funding through thoughtful cultivation and stewardship
Identify and pursue new revenue streams, including innovative funding models
Build long-term strategic partnerships with philanthropic institutions, health-focused organizations, and research funders
Develop annual revenue targets, pipelines, and dashboards to track progress against multi-year goals
Work cross-functionally to facilitate various fundraising opportunities and initiatives
Partner with communications to amplify our message through campaigns, events, and strategic initiatives

Qualification

Philanthropy leadershipFundraising strategyMajor gifts cultivationScientific fundraisingPartnership developmentTeam buildingMission alignmentStorytellingCommunication skills

Required

8+ years in philanthropy, scientific and health fundraising, or development leadership, ideally within a nonprofit, foundation, academic, or research institution
Proven success in cultivating, securing, and stewarding major gifts and institutional partnerships
Ability to build systems, teams, and cultures that empower people to excel
A strategic mindset with the creativity to design new funding models and partnerships
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to inspire diverse stakeholders
Deep commitment to science, public benefit, and equity in access to knowledge

Company

23andMe

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23andMe is a DNA testing technology company that enables its users to access their ancestry, genealogy, and inherited traits.
dateFounded in 2006
location
Sunnyvale, California, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://23andme.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.12B
Key Investors
GlaxoSmithKlineSequoia CapitalNational Institutes of Health
2025-06-13Acquired
2021-06-17Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2021-06-17IPO

Leadership Team

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Anne Wojcicki
Co-Founder and CEO
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Joe Selsavage
Interim CFO and CAO
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