Confidential
Chief Development Officer
About the Company
Top ophthalmic research center
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Type Non Profit
Founded 1947
Employees 51-200
Categories
Health Care
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead its comprehensive development and public affairs program. The CDO will be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for advancing the organization's mission through philanthropy, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement. This role involves designing and executing a multi-year fundraising plan, leading efforts to secure major gifts, and driving a significant capital campaign. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and other leaders to build strong donor partnerships, elevate institutional communications, and ensure the organization's reputation as a leader in its field.
Applicants for the CDO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree (CFRE certification preferred) and at least 10 years' experience in major gift and capital campaign fundraising. A minimum of 5 years in senior management and communications, including Board engagement, is required. The ideal candidate will be a visionary, strategic, and results-driven leader with a proven track record in fundraising and a strong background in partnering with academic and medical professionals. Key qualifications include exceptional writing, organizational, and administrative skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. The CDO will be expected to lead and inspire a development team, foster a culture of excellence and creativity, and build cross-departmental partnerships to integrate fundraising and communications into the organization's goals.
Hiring Manager Title Chief Executive Officer
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Non-Profit Management
About the Company
Top ophthalmic research center
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Type Non Profit
Founded 1947
Employees 51-200
Categories
Health Care
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead its comprehensive development and public affairs program. The CDO will be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for advancing the organization's mission through philanthropy, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement. This role involves designing and executing a multi-year fundraising plan, leading efforts to secure major gifts, and driving a significant capital campaign. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and other leaders to build strong donor partnerships, elevate institutional communications, and ensure the organization's reputation as a leader in its field.
Applicants for the CDO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree (CFRE certification preferred) and at least 10 years' experience in major gift and capital campaign fundraising. A minimum of 5 years in senior management and communications, including Board engagement, is required. The ideal candidate will be a visionary, strategic, and results-driven leader with a proven track record in fundraising and a strong background in partnering with academic and medical professionals. Key qualifications include exceptional writing, organizational, and administrative skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. The CDO will be expected to lead and inspire a development team, foster a culture of excellence and creativity, and build cross-departmental partnerships to integrate fundraising and communications into the organization's goals.
Hiring Manager Title Chief Executive Officer
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Non-Profit Management