Chief Development & Philanthropy Officer

Park Slope Jewish Center; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Work from Anywhere

Wellness stipend

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Medical/vision/dental plans

401(k) match

Job summary

itrek seeks a Chief Development Officer to lead fundraising strategy and drive growth in major gifts while building on its institutional giving strengths. The role partners with leadership to advance philanthropic support for a $15M+ annual budget.

Reporting to the CEO and joining the Executive Team, the CDO will oversee a four-person development team, cultivate donor relations, and coordinate with senior leadership to secure multi-channel support for the organization’s mission.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience; 7+ years of development staff management experience.
• Demonstrated frontline major gift success at the six- to seven-figure level or greater.
• Track record leading multi-channel fundraising strategies across individual and institutional giving.
• Superb verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Authentic connection to and passion for itrek's mission.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic fundraising plan supporting a $15M+ annual operating budget.
• Lead institutional and individual giving strategies, including engagement with foundations, major donors, and philanthropic partners.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors, including high-capacity relationships; partner with the CEO on top-tier donor strategy.
• Oversee the strategy and execution of donor and prospect cultivation events.
• Lead and manage a four-person development team, setting clear goals, performance metrics, and fundraising priorities.
• Partner with the CEO, Board Chair, and Chair of the Board's Development Committee on board engagement.

Skills

Major gift fundraising

Donor stewardship

Fundraising leadership

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Job description

itrek seeks a Chief Development Officer to lead fundraising strategy and drive growth in major gifts while building on its institutional giving strengths. The role partners with leadership to advance philanthropic support for a $15M+ annual budget.

Reporting to the CEO and joining the Executive Team, the CDO will oversee a four-person development team, cultivate donor relations, and coordinate with senior leadership to secure multi-channel support for the organization’s mission.