Chief Development Officer - Children's Home Society of NC

About Children’s Home SocietyChildren’s Home Society of North Carolina (CHS) is one of the premier nonprofit child and family services organizations in both the state and country. At CHS, our mission is to promote the right of every child to a permanent, safe, and loving family. We believe our people are the reason behind our success.Children’s Home Society has continued to evolve since our founding more than a century ago to an organization with a $37M budget that employs 325+ individuals. With offices in cities across North Carolina and remote work opportunities, we are continuing to grow a workforce that is equitable, diverse, and inclusive, and estimated to grow to 450-500 employees within the next four years. Being a member of the CHS family means joining a team committed to championing family well-being and sharing a belief in the power of family to transform lives and communities.As North Carolina’s leader in transforming families and communities so children can thrive, we are seeking an innovative and experienced Chief Development Officer to lead our development, philanthropy, and fundraising efforts.About The OpportunityThe Chief Development Officer (CDO) serves as a strategic partner to the President & CEO, providing leadership for the planning and implementation of development, philanthropy, and fundraising programs. The CDO oversees fundraising, donor development, stewardship, and recognition activities, and builds and supports the culture of philanthropy throughout the organization. The CDO supervises a team of nine staff located across the state, promoting a performance-based culture within the philanthropy department to ensure fundraising goals are achieved and providing the appropriate level of oversight to ensure that all related efforts are delivered with excellence and are consistent with the mission, vision, and values of CHS.Key Functions and DutiesMajor responsibilities of the CDO are outlined below.DevelopmentLead the agency’s overall fundraising strategy including annual giving, major and planned gifts, and capital campaignsActively engage with and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects, including personal cultivation, solicitation, closing of gifts, and stewardshipSupport the CEO in his work with donors and supporters, managing engagement of prospects for major priorities and conferring on strategiesCoach staff in successful donor cultivation, solicitation, closing of gifts, and stewardshipSupport board members and other leading volunteers in development activities and provide staff leadership for related committees and groupsLeadershipLead and develop a highly effective team of people who make successful and lasting contributions through their relationship-building and engagement activitiesProvide ongoing leadership, management, evaluation, and professional development of development staffServe as an active member of the Executive Leadership TeamParticipate as a strategic contributor to setting direction for CHSMaintain fiscal oversight of all development-related investments and functionsBoard of TrusteesRepresent Philanthropy and Development at CHS Board of Trustees meetingsCoordinate and support the CHS Board of Trustees on matters related to philanthropyThe Chief Development Officer is also tasked with recruiting, developing, and leading a team capable of supporting CHS performance and growth strategies while fostering an engaging, positive work environment. In this capacity, the CDO is expected to:Adhere to agency policies and applicable lawsInterview, hire, and train employeesPlan, assign and direct workAppraise performanceReward and discipline employeesAddress complaints and resolve problemsMaintain and enforce confidentialityBe responsible for staff engagement and experience as an employee of CHSExperience, Skills, Competencies, and AttributesThe Chief Development Officer will have a commitment to and passion for the mission and values of Children’s Home Society, as well as myriad experience, skills, competencies, and attributes from those below.Skills and ProficienciesExperience overseeing fundraising departments and significant development operations and initiativesSuccessful experience with annual and major gift programs and strategies including identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift donors; campaign planning and execution; representing a best-in-class organization as the lead development/fundraising executiveExperienceMinimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experienceMinimum of five (5) years of progressive supervisory experienceStrong leadership and team building skills; great team leader/playerAbility to design and implement effective cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies at the individual, team, and organizational levelExperience with goal setting, budget/fiscal management, evaluating staff, selecting team members, working with board members and volunteersTrack record of successfully coaching individuals in key staff and leadership positionsAbilitiesCommunicate with excellence (written, verbal, and interpersonal)Demonstrate sound judgement, decision-making, and the ability to consult with others to make the best decisionsDemonstrate passion for the organization and its mission and servicesInspire others around the work of the organizationAbility to travel domestically on behalf of the work of CHSAbility to work unusual hours and weekends when needed on behalf of the work of CHSEducation, Licenses, & CertificationsBachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree preferred. Professional training and relevant certifications in fundraising preferred.Maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license, adequate auto insurance, and have access to an operating vehicle in order to attend to CHS business.Schedule ExpectationsThis position is a salary exempt job that will require some weekends and evening work, along with working our standard scheduled week. The ability to work flexible hours is required to meet business needs. If working remotely, the CDO will be required to be available by telephone and email during specified hours as required. Some travel is required to conduct business-related activities.How to ApplyTo apply, click on the link to the Chief Development Officer – Children’s Home Society of NC position profile at www.ArmstrongMcGuire.com/apply. You will see instructions for uploading your compelling cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and professional references. Please provide all requested information to be considered.Equity, diversity, and inclusion is a priority for CHS and we are committed to building a culture governed by equity, leading with compassion, driven by results, honoring differences, and never settling. CHS is actively recruiting a diverse pool of candidates for this position.

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