Position Title – Chief Development Officer
Employment Classification – Regular, full-time
About the Role
As Chief Development Officer (CDO), you will be a key member of the executive leadership team, linking the Foundation’s fundraising infrastructure with its future vision. You will develop a strategic model for giving, collaborate with donors, corporations, and public sector partners to ensure sustainable growth and enhance the donor pipeline to advance the Foundation’s priorities. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a significant charitable impact in Southwestern Indiana.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Executive Leadership: Participate in the executive team to support the Foundation’s mission through effective leadership and planning.
- Team Leadership: Motivate and guide professional staff with clear goals and expectations.
- Donor Engagement: Develop strategies to align donor contributions with the Foundation’s strategic goals.
- Goal Setting: Direct donor outreach, major gifts, donor-directed funds, and scholarships to support the Foundation’s mission.
- Donor Cultivation: Oversee donor cultivation and manage staff in securing major, planned, and scholarship gifts.
- Professional Advisors: Collaborate with advisors to provide philanthropic guidance and support charitable planning.
- Donor-Advised Funds: Manage the donor-advised fund program, including stewardship and grant-making.
- Donor Portfolio: Handle a portfolio of high-net-worth donors and advise the President and CEO on donor engagement.
- Metrics and Tracking: Develop a framework for tracking departmental goals and metrics aligned with institutional priorities.
- Outreach and Image: Enhance the Foundation’s image and maximize donor engagement through education, public speaking, and targeted outreach.
Note: This job description may be adjusted to align with the Foundation’s mission and strategic goals.
Job Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- 10 years of experience in development, including managing major and complex gifts.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Commitment to career development and staff support.
- Proven track record in managing, developing, and mentoring professional staff.
- Experience with major campaigns and working with diverse donors and advisors.
- Skills in advancing collaborative initiatives.
- Excellent writing, speaking, listening, and presentation skills.
- Openness to new ideas and perspectives.
- Knowledge of charitable giving trends and their impact on community well-being.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to follow processes and procedures.
- Capability to meet the physical demands of an office environment, with reasonable accommodations as needed.
Compensation and Benefits
- Full-time, 40 hours per week, salaried position
- Competitive compensation based on industry standards and experience
- Paid Time Off including vacation, sick, and personal days
- Paid holidays and parental leave
- Health, Vision, and Dental insurance upon hire
- Short- and long-term disability
- Retirement savings plan
- Flexible partial remote work possible
- Regular travel between counties is required, and mileage reimbursement available per Employee Handbook policies
The Community Foundation Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, providing employment opportunities without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category.
To apply for the position, please email your resume, cover letter, and CV to info@communityfoundationalliance.org.