19676

SC Staffing; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SC Staffing, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Chief Development Officer to lead our fund development and marketing strategy. You will work with the Executive Director and Board to drive grants, major gifts, and donor stewardship, while guiding staff and campaigns.

The role emphasizes grant management, external relations, and strategic fundraising initiatives across events, annual giving, and capital campaigns. A strong leadership presence and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 7–10 years of fund development and communications leadership.
• Grant management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Highly organized and self-motivated.
• Proficient in donor software (e.g., DonorPerfect) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the overall development strategy, including Events, Annual Fund, Major Gifts, Capital Campaign, and Legacy/Endowment Gifts.
• Coordinate ongoing annual giving initiatives to meet financial goals.
• Manage donor cultivation, solicitation, and recognition, including prospect lists and monthly progress reports.
• Collaborate with Grants Manager, CFO, and Executive Director for grant oversight and compliance.
• Cultivate relationships with major donors, coordinating visits, meetings, and events.
• Develop and implement digital fundraising campaigns and legacy giving programs.
• Expand and diversify revenue sources per the strategic plan.

Skills

Fund Development

Grant Management

Leadership and Supervision

Communication and Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Los Angeles, United States | Posted on 02/12/2024

• Issue Area Human Rights & Civil Liberties; Legal Assistance
• Job Opening ID 19676
• Date Opened 02/12/2024
• Job Type Direct Hire
• Work Experience 7-10 years
• State/Province California
• Country United States
• Education Requirement 4-Year Degree Required

Skills

Fund Development, Grant Management, Leadership and Supervision, Communication and Collaboration

Job Description

Chief Development Officer

We are seeking a Chief Development Officer for our Human Services organization in Los Angeles, CA. The Chief Development Officer will collaborate closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors to formulate and execute an overarching fund development and marketing strategy to meet both current and future organizational needs. This role plays a pivotal role in grant management and has a significant outward-facing component, including donor stewardship and management of fundraising events. Internally, the position is integral to the senior management team, providing strategic guidance and overseeing staff.

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute the overall development strategy, encompassing Events, Annual Fund, Major Gifts, Capital Campaign, and Legacy/Endowment Gifts.
• Coordinate ongoing annual giving initiatives, ensuring achievement of financial goals and associated targets.
• Manage all aspects of donor cultivation, solicitation, and recognition, including prospect list creation, monthly activity reporting, and progress updates.
• Collaborate with the Grants Manager, CFO, and Executive Director to ensure grant oversight and compliance.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with major donors, coordinating visits, meetings, and events.
• Develop and implement digital fundraising campaigns and legacy giving programs.
• Expand and diversify revenue sources as outlined in the strategic plan, including grants, individual giving, corporate partnerships, and potential future campaigns.
• Act as the lead staff liaison to board committees on resource development and communications, aligning strategies with the organizational goals.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 7-10 years of demonstrated fund development and communications experience, with supervisory and leadership skills.
• Solid experience and knowledge in grant management and administration.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly organized, creative, and self-motivated.
• Proficient in DonorPerfect (or equivalent donor software system) and Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to plan and implement activities within policies and procedures, maintain positive working relationships, demonstrate initiative and accountability, manage time effectively, and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Extensive experience supervising grants and communications staff.
  

SC Staffing, Inc. embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.”