Chief Development Officer (CDO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to join their team. The CDO will be responsible for establishing and leading an effective fundraising strategy, with a focus on building a culture of philanthropy and increasing brand awareness. This role involves designing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising plan that includes corporate, foundation, individual, and major donors, as well as expanding digital fundraising efforts. The CDO will work closely with the Executive Leadership and Community Impact teams to ensure that fundraising activities are aligned with the organization's mission and to support programmatic funding needs. Key responsibilities for the CDO include team leadership, operational management, and strategic planning. The successful candidate will be a hands-on, collaborative leader with a proven track record in full-cycle donor prospecting and a strong commitment to the company's mission and core values. Candidates for the CDO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 15 years of experience in managing fundraising departments, with a preference for those with non-profit and/or non-profit board experience. The role requires a mature leader with exceptional communication, project management, and people management skills, who can build and sustain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. The CDO will be expected to have a documented record of success in strategic initiatives and fundraising outcomes, as well as the ability to adapt to changing needs and champion long-term community sustainability. Experience with cloud-based CRM systems is a plus. The ideal candidate will be mission-focused, relationship-oriented, and results-driven, with the ability to engage in strategic community collaboration and effectively manage change.