CDO: Lead Transformational Philanthropy (Remote)

Korn Ferry; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 225,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer贡献

Paid time off

Ten paid holidays

Holiday closure between December 25–25

Job summary

Points of Light is seeking a visionary Chief Development Officer to lead fundraising strategy, major gifts, and partnerships. Reporting to the President & CEO, you will shape the organization's philanthropy to support growth and impact in the civic engagement space.

The role requires building high-impact donor portfolios, expanding strategic philanthropy, and collaborating across programs, marketing, and operations to advance organizational priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of fundraising/advancement leadership.
• 5+ years leading development teams and strategy.
• Experience securing seven- and eight-figure investments.
• Experience working with CEOs, boards, and senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy for long-term sustainability.
• Create multi-year revenue growth plans diversifying philanthropic support.
• Manage major gifts, foundation, corporate, and family philanthropy.
• Lead the CEO partnership, board engagement, and ambassador programs.
• Represent the organization externally with credibility and professionalism.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relationships

Executive leadership

Board engagement

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Points of Light is seeking a visionary Chief Development Officer to lead fundraising strategy, major gifts, and partnerships. Reporting to the President & CEO, you will shape the organization's philanthropy to support growth and impact in the civic engagement space.

The role requires building high-impact donor portfolios, expanding strategic philanthropy, and collaborating across programs, marketing, and operations to advance organizational priorities.