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Chief Development Officer (CDO)
About the Company
Pioneering organization dedicated to providing quality education to underserved children
Industry Non-Profit Organization Management
Type Non Profit
About the Role
The Company is in search of a Chief Development Officer to spearhead a robust fundraising strategy that is integral to the organization's mission and growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and execution of a capital-intensive fundraising plan, with a focus on major donor engagement, institutional partnerships, and capital campaigns. This senior executive will be tasked with securing significant philanthropic contributions from a variety of sources, including individuals, family offices, corporations, and foundations. Key responsibilities include cultivating and stewarding relationships with high-net-worth donors, leading a high-performing development team, and ensuring that all fundraising activities are in line with the organization's values and brand.
Applicants for the Chief Development Officer position at the company should have a minimum of 15 years' senior fundraising leadership experience, with a proven track record of securing multi-million-dollar philanthropic gifts. The role requires a candidate with a strong background in relationship management, particularly with ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and foundations. An entrepreneurial mindset and experience in building or scaling fundraising operations are essential. The ideal candidate will also have excellent emotional intelligence, discretion, and a passion for advancing social impact through philanthropy. Collaboration with executive leadership and cross-functional teams is necessary to align fundraising goals with the organization's mission and to ensure effective donor communications.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Non-Profit Management Strategy
About the Company
Pioneering organization dedicated to providing quality education to underserved children
Industry Non-Profit Organization Management
Type Non Profit
About the Role
The Company is in search of a Chief Development Officer to spearhead a robust fundraising strategy that is integral to the organization's mission and growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and execution of a capital-intensive fundraising plan, with a focus on major donor engagement, institutional partnerships, and capital campaigns. This senior executive will be tasked with securing significant philanthropic contributions from a variety of sources, including individuals, family offices, corporations, and foundations. Key responsibilities include cultivating and stewarding relationships with high-net-worth donors, leading a high-performing development team, and ensuring that all fundraising activities are in line with the organization's values and brand.
Applicants for the Chief Development Officer position at the company should have a minimum of 15 years' senior fundraising leadership experience, with a proven track record of securing multi-million-dollar philanthropic gifts. The role requires a candidate with a strong background in relationship management, particularly with ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and foundations. An entrepreneurial mindset and experience in building or scaling fundraising operations are essential. The ideal candidate will also have excellent emotional intelligence, discretion, and a passion for advancing social impact through philanthropy. Collaboration with executive leadership and cross-functional teams is necessary to align fundraising goals with the organization's mission and to ensure effective donor communications.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Non-Profit Management Strategy