Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO)

The Company is in search of a Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO) to join their team. The CPO will be a senior philanthropic leader, responsible for developing and leading a comprehensive, multi-year philanthropy strategy that drives sustainable contributed revenue and advances the organization's mission. This role involves both enterprise leadership and frontline fundraising, including the management of a portfolio of significant donors and prospects. The successful candidate will be a bold, relational, and results-driven professional with a commitment to the mission of creating transformative experiences for people with disabilities and their families. They will be expected to lead a high-performing team, partner closely with the CEO and boards, and strengthen the systems, culture, and relationships required for sustainable philanthropic growth. Applicants for the Chief Philanthropy Officer position at the company should have a bachelor's degree and at least 8 years' of nonprofit fundraising experience, with a focus on major and principal gifts. The role requires a leader with exceptional communication, storytelling, and emotional intelligence skills, as well as the ability to build trust and relationships with diverse stakeholders. The CPO will be responsible for setting and achieving ambitious revenue goals, managing a philanthropy budget, and ensuring the organization's philanthropic efforts are aligned with its mission. Experience with fundraising CRMs, particularly Salesforce, and a proven track record of team leadership and development are essential. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, with the operational discipline to translate insights into action, and the capacity to contribute to the organization's long-term sustainability beyond fundraising.