Chief Development Officer

Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law; Washington; On-site; USD 235,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Chief Development Officer, overseeing fundraising efforts and driving strategies for financial support. This executive position offers the chance to make a significant impact in civil rights and inclusion initiatives. In collaboration with the executive team, you'll manage a development budget and a dedicated team. A comprehensive benefits package is included to support your contribution to our mission.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision)

Parental leave

403(b) contribution with employer match

Employer-paid cell phone stipend

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior development role with proven fundraising success.
• Ability to manage budgets and a team effectively.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead all fundraising efforts and manage a $2M budget.
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to cultivate support.
• Work collaboratively with the executive team and board of directors.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Strategic Planning

Collaboration

Education

Advanced degree in Business or related field

Job description

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Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law provided pay range

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Base pay range

$235,000.00/yr - $255,000.00/yr

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The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, has retained LeaderFit to help identify a Chief Development Officer. Reporting to the President/Executive Director, the Chief Development Officer (CDO) is the primary development partner to the Lawyers’ Committee’s board of directors and is an integral member of the executive leadership team. The CDO oversees all fundraising efforts, leading strategy, managing a $2M budget and a team of seven, with the opportunity to grow the development team further. The CDO will maintain current sources of support; expand the organization’s base of financial support from foundations, individuals, law firms, businesses, and others; and develop and implement creative strategies to cultivate new forms of support. Finally, the CDO will identify and drive the most effective development and marketing techniques to achieve organizational goals, in collaboration with the President/CEO, the board of directors, the communications, program, and operations teams, and other valued partners.

The target salary range for this position is $235,000 - $255,000 annually. The Lawyers' Committee offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision), parental leave, a 403(b) contribution with employer match contributions, voluntary short- and long-term disability, and an employer-paid monthly cell phone stipend.

Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about civil rights, racial justice, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we want to hear from you. Join our mission to drive positive change and contribute to our dynamic team!

Benefits: The Lawyers' Committee offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes healthcare coverage (medical, dental & vision), parental leave, 403(b) contribution with employer match contributions, voluntary short- and long-term disability and an employer paid monthly cell phone stipend.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers’ Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers’ Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy, parental status, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, immigration status, union activities, political affiliation, military veteran status, credit information or any other status protected under law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development

• Industries

  Legal Services, Fundraising, and Non-profit Organizations

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