Chief Development Officer (CDO)

The Company is in search of a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to spearhead its fundraising efforts. The CDO will be responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive, organization-wide fundraising strategy to support the mission of inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. This pivotal role involves building and nurturing relationships with major donors, foundations, corporate partners, and board members, as well as leading a high-performing development team to significantly grow and diversify revenue. The ideal candidate will be a strategic, relationship-driven executive with a proven track record in securing major and transformational gifts, and will work closely with the President, CEO, and the board to ensure the organization's philanthropic goals are met. Candidates for the CDO position at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in diversified fundraising, with a focus on strategic philanthropy, major and capital gifts solicitation, and donor stewardship. The role requires a leader with exceptional communication, storytelling, and relationship-building skills, who is passionate about the organization's mission and values. The CDO will also be responsible for team leadership, data management, and infrastructure, and must be adept at using data and analytics to guide fundraising strategy. A deep commitment to equity and experience in working with multicultural populations is essential. The successful candidate will be an entrepreneurial, inclusive leader, capable of working across the organization to strengthen fundraising capacity at all levels.