Chief Development Officer
Quick answer
Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York is hiring a Chief Development Officer (CDO) in New York, NY, with a salary range of $240,000 to $280,000, to lead all fundraising strategy and execution.
- Role
- Chief Development Officer
- Organization
- Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $240,000 to $280,000
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Chief Development Officer is responsible for leading all fundraising strategy and execution for Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York, including developing and implementing an integrated development plan that increases contributed revenue, diversifies funding streams, and strengthens donor relationships.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement an integrated development plan
- Lead a team of approximately 19 members
- Strengthen donor relationships
- Partner with the CEO, Board of Directors, and external stakeholders
- Build a high-performing, collaborative, and mission-driven development team
- Ensure the chapter has the resources needed to grant wishes at scale
What it takes
- Passion for the Make-A-Wish mission
- 15+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience
- Demonstrated success in cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts
- Experience managing and developing high-performing fundraising teams
- Proven ability to partner with a CEO, Board of Directors, and external stakeholders
- Strong understanding of development operations and donor databases
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in New York, NY.
What is the compensation range?
The annual base salary for this role is expected to range from $240,000 to $280,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 15+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, passion for the Make-A-Wish mission, and demonstrated success in cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts.
How do I apply for this job?
To apply for this job, visit the Make-A-Wish job board and click 'APPLY NOW'.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office with the requirement to travel throughout Metro New York and Western New York.
How to apply
Apply directly on Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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