Confidential
Chief Philanthropy Officer
About the Company
Mission-driven foundation funding cancer research & supporting high-quality care initiatives
Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Type
Non Profit
Founded
1999
Employees
11-50
Specialties
cancer research
patient and physician education
quality cancer care
and quality cancer care
About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO) to lead its fundraising efforts in support of its mission to accelerate breakthroughs in lifesaving cancer research. The CPO will be a strategic and relationship-driven leader, with a proven track record in securing major gifts and cultivating high-net-worth individuals, board members, and institutional partners. This role is pivotal in sustaining and expanding the organization's impact, and the successful candidate will be deeply aligned with the mission, bringing a relationship-first approach to philanthropy. The CPO will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction to the Philanthropy Division, managing a team of fundraising professionals, and working closely with the Board to maximize fundraising potential. A background in medical advancement, research foundations, or health-focused institutions is essential, as is the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into compelling philanthropic opportunities.
Candidates for the CPO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 15 years' experience in non-profit fundraising, with a focus on major gifts. The ideal candidate will be a mission-driven leader with a deep appreciation for the medical and scientific landscape, capable of speaking credibly and passionately about cancer research. Key responsibilities include serving as a member of the senior leadership team, managing the donor prospect work of the CEO and Vice Chair, and overseeing the philanthropy annual budget. The CPO must be a strategic, metrics-oriented team builder, with the ability to set clear goals, establish measurable activity benchmarks, and ensure team alignment to drive performance. Strong collaboration, leadership, and managerial skills are required, as well as excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. The role demands a high level of discipline, structure, and the ability to balance a results-driven mindset with a relational approach to philanthropy. Hiring Manager Title CEO Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Non-Profit Management
About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO) to lead its fundraising efforts in support of its mission to accelerate breakthroughs in lifesaving cancer research. The CPO will be a strategic and relationship-driven leader, with a proven track record in securing major gifts and cultivating high-net-worth individuals, board members, and institutional partners. This role is pivotal in sustaining and expanding the organization's impact, and the successful candidate will be deeply aligned with the mission, bringing a relationship-first approach to philanthropy. The CPO will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction to the Philanthropy Division, managing a team of fundraising professionals, and working closely with the Board to maximize fundraising potential. A background in medical advancement, research foundations, or health-focused institutions is essential, as is the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into compelling philanthropic opportunities.
Candidates for the CPO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 15 years' experience in non-profit fundraising, with a focus on major gifts. The ideal candidate will be a mission-driven leader with a deep appreciation for the medical and scientific landscape, capable of speaking credibly and passionately about cancer research. Key responsibilities include serving as a member of the senior leadership team, managing the donor prospect work of the CEO and Vice Chair, and overseeing the philanthropy annual budget. The CPO must be a strategic, metrics-oriented team builder, with the ability to set clear goals, establish measurable activity benchmarks, and ensure team alignment to drive performance. Strong collaboration, leadership, and managerial skills are required, as well as excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. The role demands a high level of discipline, structure, and the ability to balance a results-driven mindset with a relational approach to philanthropy. Hiring Manager Title CEO Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Non-Profit Management