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Career Blazers Nonprofit Search

Chief Development Officer

Career Blazers Nonprofit Search, Boston, MA, United States


Chief Development Officer

Boston, MA

Onsite

Position Overview

Be a part of a nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness and providing support in its local area. As the Chief Development Officer, you will be responsible for developing a yearly fundraising plan while overseeing a five-person Development team.

Responsibilities

  • Create an annual revenue plan and long-term growth strategy
  • Act as chief fundraiser, deepening current donor gifts and building multi-level enterprise relationships with corporate partners
  • Provide Development updates at all Board of Directors meetings, and work closely with the board on their giving and fundraising strategies
  • Set strategy and oversee organization’s donor-facing events
  • Contribute to the development and execution of organizational strategy as an integral member of the senior leadership team
  • Oversee a team including two direct reports
  • Reinforce the team’s donor-centric culture
  • Manage the department's budget and effectively communicate budget decisions and parameters with team members
  • Set clear benchmarks for the team and regularly reflect on progress through data tracking and analysis
  • Collaborate with the CFO and finance team on a regular basis
  • Ensure data and giving integrity, gift operations and records
  • Remain current on funding sources and trends
  • Implement a robust stewardship program aimed at cultivating deeper ties with donors
  • Create efficient and effective processes for Development Operations
  • Host 1,000+ volunteers annually in an array of activities
  • Raise awareness and brand recognition through robust marketing efforts
  • Manage external consultants and vendors who work closely with the external relations team
  • Collaborate with program, real estate, and data teams to source and honor client progress/data
  • Maintain up-to-date and consistent messaging in all materials/outlets

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred
  • 10+ years of professional experience with a successful track record in non-profit fundraising across a variety of revenue streams
  • Experience in closing multi-year commitments and catalyst gifts at the $100K+ level
  • Tangible experience of having created/implemented an annual strategic development plan
  • Strong critical and reflective thinking with the ability to make strategic and data-driven decisions
  • Experience building and leading teams and guiding team members' growth and development
  • Experience leading or collaborating with a Board of Directors
  • Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively to balance management and execution of short- and long-term projects

Compensation

  • Salary: $200,000 - $210,000
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Commuter benefit program
  • 9 paid holidays, 20 days of PTO, 12 sick days
  • Employer-sponsored retirement program