Chief Development Officer: Education Fundraising Leader

East Harlem Scholars; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Transit Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

East Harlem Scholars seeks a seasoned Chief Development Officer to lead fundraising for two interconnected entities, raise multi‑million dollars, and cultivate strategic partnerships. You will manage a lean three‑person team, steward major donors, and work closely with the CEO to elevate philanthropy across the organization.

The role includes building a comprehensive fundraising plan, launching a $3 million campaign, and enhancing donor experiences through high‑impact events and targeted

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressively responsible fundraising experience in a nonprofit organization.
• Proven track record closing major gifts and growing a donor pipeline.
• Experience leading teams and managing staff.
• Ability to translate fundraising strategy into measurable revenue results.

Responsibilities

• Expand major gifts pipeline and donor acquisition, stewardship, and retention.
• Lead the $3 million Building Excellence Campaign and related fundraising initiatives.
• Oversee signatures events and donor experiences to maximize outcomes.
• Develop and mentor the development team to improve efficiency and impact.
• Partner with CEO and leadership to embed philanthropy across the organization.
• Set annual and multiyear fundraising goals with leadership and the board.

Skills

Major gifts

Donor stewardship

Team leadership

Strategic fundraising

Executive engagement

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

East Harlem Scholars seeks a seasoned Chief Development Officer to lead fundraising for two interconnected entities, raise multi‑million dollars, and cultivate strategic partnerships. You will manage a lean three‑person team, steward major donors, and work closely with the CEO to elevate philanthropy across the organization.

The role includes building a comprehensive fundraising plan, launching a $3 million campaign, and enhancing donor experiences through high‑impact events and targeted