Chief Development Officer
$200,000–$210,000 year
HybridNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Own and grow a portfolio of donors capable of transformational gifts of $25K+, building trust-based relationships that convert prospects into long-term contributors. Design end-to-end cultivation strategies and produce executive-ready materials for deployment. Partner with the CEO to architect fundraising vision, drive Board engagement, and equip members to fundraise with confidence. Lead the development team in executing full portfolio activities, setting clear expectations, and maintaining rigorous tracking of donor pipelines in Salesforce. Use data proactively to measure performance and drive strategic course corrections. Submit cover letter and resume for role, followed by phone screen, performance task, interview day, and reference checks. This hybrid role requires two days in-office weekly and offers a salary of $200,000-210,000.
Required Qualifications
- 15+ years of experience in development and fundraising
- Has a track record of creating and executing development plans that have yielded $4million+ annual revenue
- Demonstrated success closing five-figure gifts
- Direct experience engaging ultra-high-net-worth individuals
- Comfort leading high-stakes solicitations and navigating complex philanthropic dynamics
- Proven ability to build and convert new donor pipelines
- Experience preparing CEOs or senior leaders for major donor engagements
- Ability to operate with discretion, judgment and confidence at the highest organizational levels
- Versatile leader with both visionary orientation and tactical execution
- Strong ability to manage up, manage laterally and drive clarity across senior stakeholders
- Ability to independently own end-to-end strategy and execution
- High bar for quality — brings work forward at 95% complete
- Strong prioritization and decision-making skills in fast-paced, revenue-driven environments
- Disciplined follow-through and accountability
- Minimum of 2 days a week in office
Desired Qualifications
- Experience managing Advocacy
- Experience managing communications
- Event strategy and execution experience
- Proficiency with Salesforce
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