Chief Development Officer: Lead Major Gifts & Grants

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains

Brookings (SD)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

5 days ago
Be an early applicant
Application generator

Stand out for this role — generate a tailored resume and cover letter in about a minute.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
STD/LTD
Life Insurance
401k
AFLAC (Voluntary)
PTO
Paid Holidays
Relocation Assistance
Travel Reimbursement
Hybrid Capabilities
Bonus Opportunities
Continuing Education Stipend
Site Discounts for ECE programs

Job summary

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains seeks a visionary Chief Development Officer to lead fundraising strategy, major gifts, and grant management. You will partner with the CEO, Board, and donors to advance youth programs across the region.

You will oversee a development team, build lasting donor relationships, and drive campaigns, with travel to engage communities and secure vital resources for our mission.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
  • Proven success in fundraising, including major gifts, annual campaigns, and grant writing.
  • Stellar communication and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership abilities and experience managing a high-performing team.
  • A passion for our mission and a commitment to driving positive change.
  • A desire to travel and engage with our communities frequently.

Responsibilities

  • Leadership: Guide the Resource Development team and act as a visionary for future fundraising initiatives.
  • Fundraising: Drive strategies for major gifts, planned giving, corporate partnerships, and annual campaigns.
  • Grant Management: Identify and pursue grant opportunities while ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
  • Administration: Report progress to the CEO and Board, manage donor records, and ensure reconciliation with the Finance Department.
  • Team Management: Lead and inspire a team of development and grant professionals.

Skills

Fundraising
Leadership
Donor relations
Communication
Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains seeks a visionary Chief Development Officer to lead fundraising strategy, major gifts, and grant management. You will partner with the CEO, Board, and donors to advance youth programs across the region.

You will oversee a development team, build lasting donor relationships, and drive campaigns, with travel to engage communities and secure vital resources for our mission.

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Chief Development Officer — Fundraising & Grants (Hybrid)
Chief Development Officer — Fundraising & Grants (Hybrid)

Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains • Watertown (SD)

Hybrid
USD 120,000 - 190,000
Relocation assistance
Travel reimbursement
Hybrid work capabilities
+2
Chief Fundraising & Development Officer
Chief Fundraising & Development Officer

Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains • Sioux Falls (SD)

Hybrid
USD 120,000 - 180,000
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
+9
Chief Development Officer-Brookings, SD
Chief Development Officer-Brookings, SD

Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains • Sioux Falls (SD)

Hybrid
USD 120,000 - 180,000
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
+9
Chief Development Officer-Brookings, SD
Chief Development Officer-Brookings, SD

Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains • Watertown (SD)

Hybrid
USD 120,000 - 190,000
Relocation assistance
Travel reimbursement
Hybrid work capabilities
+2
Chief Development Officer: Lead Major Gifts & Grants
Chief Development Officer: Lead Major Gifts & Grants

Boys & Girls Club Of the Northern Plains • Brookings (SD)

Hybrid
USD 110,000 - 170,000
Health insurance
Dental and vision coverage
STD/LTD, Life & 401k
+7
Chief Development Officer
Chief Development Officer

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains • Brookings (SD)

Hybrid
USD 110,000 - 160,000
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
+12
Development Director: Donor Growth & Major Gifts Lead
Development Director: Donor Growth & Major Gifts Lead

Boys- • Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site
USD 80,000 - 120,000
Chief Development Officer-Brookings, SD
Chief Development Officer-Brookings, SD

Boys & Girls Club Of the Northern Plains • Brookings (SD)

On-site
USD 110,000 - 170,000
Health insurance
Dental and vision coverage
STD/LTD, Life & 401k
+7
Strategic Development Director — Major Gifts
Strategic Development Director — Major Gifts

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire • Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site
USD 85,000 - 120,000
Development Director
Development Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire • Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site
USD 85,000 - 120,000