Chief Development and Communications Officer

Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers is seeking a Chief Development and Communications Officer to lead fundraising, marketing, and communications as a member of the Executive Leadership Team and report to the President and CEO.

The CDCO will direct a comprehensive fundraising and communications strategy, overseeing approximately $4 million in annual philanthropic revenue, and collaborate with the board, donors, and partners to secure long-term sustainability and growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or related field; certifications in fundraising, marketing, or related disciplines are a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience in a nonprofit organization, preferably in early childhood education, education services, or human services.
• Demonstrated success cultivating and expanding donor relationships and managing multiple donor sources.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising best practices, donor stewardship, and development operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor database systems (Raiser's Edge or similar).

Responsibilities

• Strategic Fundraising Leadership
• Major Gifts & Donor Relations
• Individual Giving
• Corporate & Foundation Partnerships
• Volunteer Engagement
• Board Development
• Financial Stewardship
• Capital Campaign Readiness
• Development Operations
• Marketing & Communications
• Executive Leadership
• Community Engagement
• Team Leadership

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising leadership

Strategic planning

Donor stewardship

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in nonprofit management, communications, or business

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Chief Development and Communications Officer (CDCO) is a member of the Executive Leadership Team and reports directly to the President and CEO. This executive leads the organization's fundraising, marketing, and communications efforts and serves as the chief ambassador for Sheltering Arms.

The CDCO partners closely with the Board of Directors, staff, donors, community leaders, and corporate and foundation partners to advance Sheltering Arms' mission and secure the resources needed for long-term sustainability.

The Opportunity

The Chief Development and Communications Officer will lead Sheltering Arms' comprehensive fundraising and communications strategy, directing a development program that generates approximately $4 million in annual philanthropic revenue while creating sustainable year-over-year growth. Success in this role will be measured by expanding the organization's philanthropic reach, strengthening relationships with donors, corporations, and community partners, diversifying revenue sources, and building a culture of philanthropy that supports Sheltering Arms' long-term mission and strategic vision.

Key Responsiblities

• Strategic Fundraising Leadership
• Major Gifts & Donor Relations
• Individual Giving
• Corporate & Foundation Partnerships
• Volunteer Engagement
• Board Development
• Financial Stewardship
• Capital Campaign Readiness
• Development Operations
• Marketing & Communications
• Executive Leadership
• Community Engagement
• Team Leadership

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business, or a related field; certifications in fundraising, marketing, or related disciplines are a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience in a nonprofit organization, preferably in early childhood education, education services, or human services.
• Demonstrated success cultivating and expanding donor relationships and managing multiple donor sources.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising best practices, donor stewardship, and development operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor database systems (Raiser's Edge or similar).