Director, Philanthropy & Development
23andMeSunnyvale, California, United States
Posted October 8, 2025
220000 - 300000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
23andMe is a pioneering consumer genetics and research company founded in 2006. With FDA authorizations for genetic health risk reports, it offers direct-to-consumer genetic testing and telehealth services. The company's crowdsourced platform has generated over 180 publications on genetic diseases and traits, making it a leader in advancing genomic understanding and personalized healthcare.
Job Description
23andMe is seeking a Director of Philanthropy and Development to lead a robust philanthropic engine and build strategic relationships with major donors, foundations, and grant-making organizations. This role involves developing and managing a multi-year fundraising strategy, cultivating donors, and ensuring alignment with the company's scientific mission. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with a deep commitment to science and public benefit.
Requirements
- 8+ years in philanthropy, fundraising, or development leadership
- Proven success in cultivating, securing, and stewarding major gifts and institutional partnerships
- Leadership experience building systems and teams
- Strategic mindset with creativity to design new funding models
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Deep commitment to science, public benefit, and equity
