Chief Development Officer (CDO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to provide strategic leadership and vision in advancing the organization's fundraising, marketing, and donor engagement efforts. The CDO will be responsible for shaping the overall strategy, multi-year financial planning, and translating these into ambitious development and fundraising plans. This role is pivotal in deepening the impact and expanding the reach of the organization, particularly in the context of a five-year global strategy. The ideal candidate will have at least 12-15 years' of fundraising experience, with a proven track record in major gift fundraising, and a deep commitment to the mission of the organization. Key responsibilities include setting and meeting fundraising objectives, championing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and fostering an inclusive, positive work environment. Candidates for the CDO position at the company should be collaborative, innovative, and visionary leaders with exceptional people, communication, and management skills. The role requires a candidate with a global perspective on philanthropy, the ability to work across multiple geographies and cultures, and a data-driven approach to fundraising. The CDO will lead a high-performing team, so experience in team leadership, capacity building, and fostering a culture of professional growth is essential. The successful candidate will be a strategic partner to the Executive Director, Executive Committee, and the Board of Directors, and will be expected to invest in the Development & Outreach Team, ensuring the organization's activist passion is married with professional fundraising rigor.