Chief Development Officer

SupportFinity™; Little Rock (AR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full benefits

Generous leave policy

Job summary

SupportFinity™ is seeking a Chief Development Officer in Little Rock, Arkansas to drive the organization’s fundraising strategy. This role is vital for shaping relationships and spearheading initiatives to support individuals with disabilities across the state.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of fundraising experience, particularly in major gifts, and a track record of successful team leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered with the potential for a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive fundraising experience with demonstrated major gifts success.
• Experience leading teams and engaging executive leadership and boards.
• Strong communication skills and executive presence.

Responsibilities

• Set and lead the organization’s overall fundraising vision and annual plan.
• Manage a major gifts portfolio and drive six- and seven-figure donor relationships.
• Lead corporate sponsorship strategy and institutional funding priorities.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, or related field

Job description

Opportunity

Are you a visionary fundraising leader ready to build something that matters? Achieve Community Alliance (formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas) is seeking a Chief Development Officer to help lead the next chapter of our organization’s growth—one defined by bold strategy, strong relationships, and real impact across Arkansas for individuals with disabilities.

This is a rare executive‑level role for a fundraising professional who values mission and is passionate about changing lives. You'll join the executive leadership team, work directly with the CEO and the Board of Directors, and build a development operation that aligns with our vision to ensure a life without limits for children and adults with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and lead the organization’s overall fundraising vision and annual plan
• Manage a major gifts portfolio and drive six‑ and seven‑figure donor relationships
• Lead corporate sponsorship strategy and institutional funding priorities
• Build and develop a high‑performing development team
• Partner with the CEO and Board to cultivate a strong culture of philanthropy
• Shape Achieve’s philanthropic messaging and case for support

Ideal Candidate

• 8+ years of progressive fundraising experience with demonstrated major gifts success
• Track record of securing six‑ and seven‑figure gifts or equivalent revenue growth
• Experience leading teams and engaging executive leadership and boards
• Strategic thinker with strong communication skills and executive presence
• Bachelor’s degree required, preference for nonprofit management, business, or related field

Why Achieve

Founded in 1957, we’ve weathered decades of change as a provider of services for children and adults with disabilities. As the funding and policy landscapes continue to shift, we are transforming to meet the challenge—and that’s the exciting part. With a strategic plan in the works, a growing team, and deep community roots, this is the right moment to join and make your mark. Achieve has offices in Little Rock, Jonesboro, Harrison, and Clarksville. Therefore, a hybrid work schedule is possible, with frequent statewide travel expected. Preference will be given to candidates residing in central, northwest, or northeast Arkansas. Competitive salary, full benefits, and a generous leave policy.