Chief Development Officer (CDO)

Chief Development Officer (CDO)

About the Company

Mission-driven organization granting wishes to children with critical illnesses

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Type

Non Profit

Founded

1985

Employees

11-50

Specialties

• wish granting
• volunteer management
• fundraising
• and fundraising

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to join its team at a pivotal moment in its history. The CDO will be instrumental in shaping and executing a bold vision for the future of philanthropy, with a focus on increasing the donor base and building a development program that fosters deep, enduring relationships. This role is key to the organization's mission of granting life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses, and the successful candidate will be responsible for strategic fundraising, revenue growth, and donor engagement. The CDO will lead a team and work closely with the CEO and Board to develop and implement a multi-year revenue growth plan, oversee various fundraising initiatives, and ensure the highest standards of donor stewardship.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for the mission, a commitment to equity, and a proven track record in designing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies. They should be a collaborative and inspirational leader, with strong management skills and the ability to inspire a dedicated team. The CDO will also be expected to be an operationally savvy and accountable executive, with the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. A bold and innovative thinker, the candidate should be comfortable with ambiguity and ready to take calculated risks to drive the organization's growth. The role requires a candidate who is adept at fostering a culture of innovation and is willing to think big, test new approaches, and learn from experimentation.

Hiring Manager Title

CEO

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions