Revenue Account Executive (Donor Fundraising)

Code.org is an education innovation nonprofit dedicated to the vision that every student in every school has the opportunity to learn about artificial intelligence (AI) and computer science (CS) as part of their core K-12 education. We increase participation in AI+CS education by reaching students of all backgrounds where they are — at their skill level, in their schools, and in ways that inspire them to keep learning, with a focus on increasing participation by young women and students from other underrepresented groups. The leading provider of K-12 AI+CS education curriculum across the globe, Code.org also organizes the annual Hour of AI campaign, building on the legacy of the Hour of Code, which has engaged more than 15% of all students in the world!

Code.org's global role in the K-12 computer science movement is only possible because we use a unifying approach across diverse and often divided stakeholders. At a time of increasing polarization, the idea of increasing opportunity for students unites people from across the political spectrum. Code.org's team members, students, teachers, and supporters have diverse and diverging view points, and they are all welcome in our mission. Read more. 

The Revenue Account Executive will identify, cultivate, and close new funding partnerships with individuals, foundations, and corporations in support of Code.org’s mission to expand access to computer science education. This role will focus on driving new donor acquisition and converting high-potential prospects into long-term supporters. The ideal candidate is a proactive relationship-builder with a background in Philanthropy and Development who has proven experience finding, pitching, and building a new portfolio of sophisticated funders, and a passion for Computer Science, AI and educational equity. This position is critical to growing Code.org’s revenue base and ensuring the long-term sustainability of our programs.

• →Proactively identify and research new donor and partner prospects aligned with Code.org’s mission and priorities
• →Build and manage a pipeline of qualified leads through outreach, referrals, and prospecting strategies
• →Conduct discovery meetings and pitch conversations to understand prospect goals and align them with funding opportunities
• →Collaborate with internal collaborators to develop compelling proposals, presentations, and donor materials
• →Drive the full sales cycle from first touch through close, with a focus on multi-year, six-figure commitments
• →Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in Salesforce, tracking all prospect interactions and pipeline stages
• →Coordinate with development operations to ensure smooth gift processing, reporting, and stewardship
• →Collaborate with Marketing, Programs, and Product teams to tailor donor messaging and ensure alignment with organizational priorities
• →Represent Code.org at conferences, donor meetings, and industry events as needed
• →Meet and exceed individual fundraising goals as agreed upon with the Head of Development
• →Contribute to team-wide initiatives to diversify Code.org’s donor base and test new fundraising strategies
• →Help establish scalable, repeatable outreach and pitch practices for future team growth

We seek candidates who have:

• 2–3 years of frontline nonprofit fundraising experience, including direct engagement with individual donors and cultivation of net-new donor relationships
• Demonstrated success managing a donor portfolio with individual gifts ranging from $25K–$100K
• Experience owning and delivering against annual fundraising goals of $1M+, with clear accountability for results
• Proven ability to manage the full fundraising cycle from prospect identification and cultivation through solicitation, stewardship, and close
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a consultative, donor-first approach
• Self-motivated, resilient, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced, passionate environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Demonstrated passion for education, equity, or technology
• Familiarity with philanthropic, corporate social responsibility, or nonprofit funding landscapes
• Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM to track progress and manage a pipeline
• Demonstrated ability to operate with significant independence and sound judgment in ambiguous or fast-changing environments
• A bias for action - comfortable starting, iterating, and learning rather than waiting for perfect information
• Intellectual curiosity about emerging trends in education, technology, and AI, with a track record of proactively staying ahead rather than waiting for direction
• Comfort with risk-taking and a healthy relationship with failure as part of the learning process

In addition, candidates must:

• Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Work within the United States
• Pass a pre-employment background check
• Be willing to travel 10-20% of the time 
  

• Builder’s mindset. We’re looking for adaptable, result-driven team members who thrive in dynamic environments and can navigate shifting priorities with ease. In this role, you’ll embrace change, pivot strategies as needed, and drive impactful solutions that align with evolving business needs. If you excel in fast-paced settings and enjoy turning challenges into opportunities, we’d love to have you on our team!
• We are hard on problems and kind to each other. We stay focused on the challenge of bringing computer science to students and teachers globally. We recognize that each of us brings the best of our intentions to support our mission and give grace when we make mistakes.
• A growth mindset fuels us. We approach each challenge with curiosity. We give feedback kindly and candidly; we receive feedback openly. We learn from our mistakes and look for ways to increase the reach and impact of our work.

At Code.org, we use AI thoughtfully and responsibly to support human-centered hiring. AI may help with administrative tasks, but every hiring decision is made by real people on our team. We welcome candidates to use AI appropriately in their job search while upholding our values of honesty and integrity throughout the process.

Read our full AI Use Policy in Hiring here.

Step 1: Informational Interview - learn more about the role and share your experience (30 minutes)
Step 2: Interviews with the Hiring Manager and members of the team (~2 hours)
Step 3: Take-Home Assignment (~3 hours)
Step 4: Panel Interview and Assignment Presentation (1 hour)
Step 5: Final Interview (1 hour)
Step 6: Reference Checks 

All interviews are currently being conducted virtually via Zoom

Our team will review all applications on an ongoing basis and if we believe your qualifications would make a great fit, we'll contact you to schedule an informational interview.