CEO Depaul USA Depaul USA

Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy; Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 150.000 - 175.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Life/AD&D & Short/Long Term disability

403(b) retirement plan with employer_“

Paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Depaul USA seeks a mission-driven fundraiser and senior leader from its Chicago headquarters to diversify funding streams and advance the organization's mission to end homelessness. You will build budgets, set financial priorities, and guide cross-functional teams while serving as the face of the organization to partners and donors.

Qualified candidates will have 10+ years of senior management experience, demonstrated fundraising success, and willingness to travel 20-25% with occasional

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.

Mansioni

• Lead fundraising strategy and diversify funding sources.
• Develop and manage budgets and financial priorities.
• Serve as brand ambassador and report to the nonprofit board.

Conoscenze

Fundraising leadership

Budget management

Board relations

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Depaul USA is a dynamic, faith-inspired national nonprofit on a mission to end homelessness and change lives. Founded in 2009 as part of the global Depaul International Group, the organization launched its first program in Philadelphia serving 60 men. Today, from its Chicago headquarters, Depaul USA operates in 12 cities, runs 27 programs, and impacts more than 7,600 individuals each year. The organization is governed by a dedicated 14-member Board of Directors, has a combined capital and operating budget of $11.6M, 140 (70 FTEs) and a corps of volunteers.

Rooted in the Vincentian values of compassion, dignity, and practical action, Depaul USA offers a continuum of care—from supportive and affordable housing to day programs, medical respite, and social enterprise. In 2024, Depaul USA served over 99,444 meals, helped 124 people secure employment, and moved 208 individuals into permanent housing. Every program is designed to break the cycle of homelessness by improving health, economic stability, and long-term housing security.

We are seeking a mission-driven leader who will be an exceptional fundraiser and able to pivot when opportunities arise. The person selected for the role will be responsible for creating and managing budgets, setting financial priorities, and diversifying Depaul USA’s funding over time to fuel continued success and growth. Qualified candidates will demonstrate the ability to run a business, lead and coalesce geographically dispersed teams, and serve as the lead brand ambassador as the face of the organization. This individual will have innovative ideas and will bring best practice on serving the unhoused. Successful relationship building and management skills are critical competencies in fulfilling the stated objectives for this position. An inclusive, collaborative leader, with the ability to articulate and build consensus around major initiatives is imperative. The person we seek have experience reporting to or working with a nonprofit board.

An undergraduate degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent work experience, is required, graduate degree such as MBA, preferred. A minimum of ten years of senior level management experience is sought. Ability to travel 20-25%, with one – two international trips annually.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• $150,000-$175,000 plus up to 15% performance based bonus. Comprehensive benefits package includes: medical, dental and vision coverage options for employee and eligible dependents, Basic Life/AD&D & Short/Long Term disability, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and paid time off.

Depaul USA is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.