CFS ยท 2 days ago
Chief Development Officer
CFS is a financially strong, mission-driven nonprofit seeking a Chief Development Officer to lead its fundraising efforts. This role involves executing a multi-year fundraising growth strategy and cultivating major gifts while working closely with the CEO and Board.
Responsibilities
Lead and execute a multi-year fundraising growth strategy
Launch and lead a comprehensive, multi-year or capital campaign
Personally cultivate, solicit, and close major and principal gifts (six- and seven-figure level)
Partner closely with the CEO and Board on fundraising strategy and donor engagement
Expand donor pipelines through major gifts, corporate partnerships, foundations, and planned giving
Lead, mentor, and hold accountable a high-performing development team
Represent the organization externally with donors, partners, and stakeholders
Travel nationally (approximately 30%) for donor and leadership engagement
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive nonprofit fundraising / development leadership
Proven, independent fundraising success, must be able to clearly articulate personal results
Experience securing major and principal gifts
Experience leading or serving in senior roles on multi-million-dollar fundraising campaigns
Hands-on fundraising mindset (not strategy-only)
Preferred
Military-affiliated or service-related exposure (professional or personal)
Advanced degree (MPA, nonprofit management, philanthropy, MBA)
Fundraising certifications such as CFRE, CAP, or AFP credentials
Experience launching new giving channels or campaigns
Benefits
Annual bonus
Pension