Daniels Talent Solutions is hiring a
Chief Development Officer, Remote - United States

Summary

The Chief Development Officer at STEM From Dance will lead the organization's fundraising efforts, secure financial resources, develop a fund development strategy, and drive communications strategy. The role requires a proven track record of scaling organizations, deep expertise in securing major gifts and corporate fundraising streams, strong analytical skills, and a growth mindset.

Requirements

• You have a proven track record of scaling organizations to multi-million dollars in revenue
• You have deep expertise in securing major gifts and corporate fundraising streams
• You close deals with strong outcomes and have experience meeting fundraising goals year after year
• You are efficient, with strong analytical experience using CRM tools and other data to analyze progress and achieve results
• You are a master storyteller with a knack for influencing others toward outcomes through sophisticated relationship management and building impactful messaging about an organization’s outcomes and brand
• You are a senior leader and thought partner with past success working with a diverse set of senior leaders to guide organizational strategy
• You have a growth mindset, delivering measurable outcomes through creativity and data-driven decision-making
• Your strategic acumen is unparalleled, capable of charting a course that not only meets immediate needs but also paves the way for long-term sustainability and growth
• You embody STEM From Dance’s work philosophy
• Bachelor’s degree required (related advanced degree preferred)
• Minimum of 7-12 years of relevant professional experience in fundraising, external affairs, brand management, sales or marketing, preferably in a nonprofit or education setting

Responsibilities

• Develop, oversee, and implement organizational fund development strategy and planning
• Build organizational capacity for fundraising and development
• Identify tactics and strategies to effectively engage and convert prospects to donors
• Set and achieve ambitious annual and multi-year targets for support from foundations, individuals, and corporations
• Lead efforts to identify, evaluate, and cultivate high-potential prospective supporters
• Assist in the planning, organization, direction, and evaluation of all fundraising activities
• Ensure strong departmental systems and processes to support quality donor management
• Refine and innovate on SFD’s approach to stewarding and managing resources with attention to long-term sustainability
• Serve as lead fundraiser for a portfolio of 100-150 priority donors and prospects yielding a $1M+ personal portfolio of major gift donors
• Coordinate and support all aspects of the CEO’s $2M+ portfolio of individuals, board members, foundations, and corporations
• Identify, develop, and start a community of donors and prospects through relationship-building and deep engagement to raise transformational funds
• Provide guidance to and support the board’s development efforts
• Maintain strong, positive relationships with all donors and prospects to enhance support for, and understanding of, the organization’s development initiatives
• Lead regular analysis of fundraising efforts to inform strategy
• Oversee brand positioning and messaging and ensure consistency across all marketing channels
• Lead effective and cohesive external messaging in collaboration with the CEO and the Development and Communications team
• Shape compelling campaigns, proposals, and pitches for philanthropic support
• Oversee and develop strategies for thought leadership initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $130,000-150,000
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible schedules
• Extensive learning opportunities
• There will be an expectation of 20% travel, including travel to New York City, partner sites, and other key events