American Red Cross
Chief Development Officer
American Red Cross, Topeka, Kansas, United States, 66652
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By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?
Join us-Where your Career is a Force for Good!
Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity.
Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The Regional Chief Development Officer (RCDO) will be responsible for strengthening and growing the donor base and the development program within the
Kansas-Oklahoma
region to meet assigned financial goals. You will drive a strong revenue-oriented culture based on market-driven targets in order to strengthen and grow the donor base and the development program to meet assigned financial targets. You will lead staff and leadership volunteers in planning, managing and implementing fundraising development strategies for the Region. You will represent the region to cultivate donor and sponsors to meet monthly, quarterly and annual revenue. You will support the Regional Executive to drive a strong revenue-oriented culture based on market-driven targets. You will lead a development team in planning, managing and implementing fund development strategies for the Region. You will manage a team and be responsible for hiring, training, coaching, evaluating and managing performance. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD : Develop and execute annual and multi-year fundraising strategies for the region. Grow annual revenue in the short-term, while diversifying the donor sponsorship base towards long-term sustainability. Lead focused growth by working directly with top donor prospects in coordination with the Region's Development Staff. Develop a written plan and implement a program to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward appropriate donors at the $5,000 level or higher, with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross. Act as a senior leader in the Region and direct the Regional Development team with respect to strategic decisions for the organization. Accountable for achieving or exceeding Region's minimum fundraising target and managing to meet the fundraising expense target. Revenue target may increase due to major domestic disasters. Cultivate relationships and serve as the primary staff liaison for representatives of large corporations and foundations for solicitation and stewardship purposes. Collaborate with national headquarters development and donor recruitment staff to identify and maximize fundraising opportunities. Serve as the primary staff liaison for the Board's Philanthropy Committee. Orient new Board members to their fundraising responsibilities and ensure they receive the necessary support to be successful volunteer fundraisers. Work with Leadership to determine reporting structure for the fundraising staff in the Region based on the Regional structure and ensure the use of best practices for measuring staff members' performance. The salary range for this position is $115,000- $
120,000 .
You will be eligible to participate in an incentive plan based on annual individual and organization performance. This job will be posted for a minimum of five business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be expanded. Note that American
Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to
determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Bachelor's degree required with a minimum 10 years of fundraising leadership experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Experience with increasing philanthropic revenue from diverse constituencies, developing and implementing broad-based fundraising programs, and knowledge of "best practices" in development. Advanced degree is highly desirable. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. 7 years of management experience (Management experience cannot be substituted) Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills. Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g. Raiser's Edge, Salesforce.com). Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation. Requires frequent 2 state-travel. Occasional travel within the Division and to Washington, DC. Hybrid Work- 50/50 - preferred residence in Oklahoma City or Tulsa. WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Ability to lead teams. Knowledge of current trends in philanthropy Collaborative leader who focuses on accuracy, consistency, and creativity. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Overall mobility is essential. May also include driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions.
BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays 401K with 5% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners - the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance - launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce.American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS
partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations. Interested in Volunteering?
Visit
redcross.org/volunteertoday
to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here:
Summary of Rights
#J-18808-Ljbffr
By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?
Join us-Where your Career is a Force for Good!
Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity.
Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The Regional Chief Development Officer (RCDO) will be responsible for strengthening and growing the donor base and the development program within the
Kansas-Oklahoma
region to meet assigned financial goals. You will drive a strong revenue-oriented culture based on market-driven targets in order to strengthen and grow the donor base and the development program to meet assigned financial targets. You will lead staff and leadership volunteers in planning, managing and implementing fundraising development strategies for the Region. You will represent the region to cultivate donor and sponsors to meet monthly, quarterly and annual revenue. You will support the Regional Executive to drive a strong revenue-oriented culture based on market-driven targets. You will lead a development team in planning, managing and implementing fund development strategies for the Region. You will manage a team and be responsible for hiring, training, coaching, evaluating and managing performance. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD : Develop and execute annual and multi-year fundraising strategies for the region. Grow annual revenue in the short-term, while diversifying the donor sponsorship base towards long-term sustainability. Lead focused growth by working directly with top donor prospects in coordination with the Region's Development Staff. Develop a written plan and implement a program to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward appropriate donors at the $5,000 level or higher, with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross. Act as a senior leader in the Region and direct the Regional Development team with respect to strategic decisions for the organization. Accountable for achieving or exceeding Region's minimum fundraising target and managing to meet the fundraising expense target. Revenue target may increase due to major domestic disasters. Cultivate relationships and serve as the primary staff liaison for representatives of large corporations and foundations for solicitation and stewardship purposes. Collaborate with national headquarters development and donor recruitment staff to identify and maximize fundraising opportunities. Serve as the primary staff liaison for the Board's Philanthropy Committee. Orient new Board members to their fundraising responsibilities and ensure they receive the necessary support to be successful volunteer fundraisers. Work with Leadership to determine reporting structure for the fundraising staff in the Region based on the Regional structure and ensure the use of best practices for measuring staff members' performance. The salary range for this position is $115,000- $
120,000 .
You will be eligible to participate in an incentive plan based on annual individual and organization performance. This job will be posted for a minimum of five business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be expanded. Note that American
Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to
determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Bachelor's degree required with a minimum 10 years of fundraising leadership experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Experience with increasing philanthropic revenue from diverse constituencies, developing and implementing broad-based fundraising programs, and knowledge of "best practices" in development. Advanced degree is highly desirable. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. 7 years of management experience (Management experience cannot be substituted) Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills. Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g. Raiser's Edge, Salesforce.com). Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation. Requires frequent 2 state-travel. Occasional travel within the Division and to Washington, DC. Hybrid Work- 50/50 - preferred residence in Oklahoma City or Tulsa. WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Ability to lead teams. Knowledge of current trends in philanthropy Collaborative leader who focuses on accuracy, consistency, and creativity. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Overall mobility is essential. May also include driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions.
BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays 401K with 5% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners - the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance - launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce.American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS
partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations. Interested in Volunteering?
Visit
redcross.org/volunteertoday
to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here:
Summary of Rights
#J-18808-Ljbffr