Chief Growth Officer, Philanthropy & Donor Partnerships

advisorey.; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

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Job summary

Silicon Valley Community Foundation seeks a Lead Strategist for new business generation in Mountain View, CA. You will oversee development, execution of a comprehensive growth strategy, and a robust donor- and fund-building program to position SVCF as the premier philanthropic partner.

The Vice President collaborates with Donor Engagement and other leaders to deliver an integrated donor experience, aligning acquisition, onboarding, stewardship, and long-term relationship management.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in business development, philanthropy, fundraising, wealth advisory, financial services or philanthropic services.
• Proven success cultivating and securing significant philanthropic relationships with high-net-worth individuals, families, corporations, foundations and professional advisors.
• Strong expertise in business development, donor acquisition, charitable planning, relationship management and philanthropic growth strategies.
• Deep understanding of charitable vehicles, donor-advised funds, complex asset philanthropy and philanthropic trends.
• Strong knowledge of charitable giving regulations, tax considerations and compliance requirements associated with donor-advised funds and related philanthropic structures.
• Proven ability to build, lead, supervise and develop high-performing teams and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and excellence.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
• Strategic thinker with strong operational, project management and organizational leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive growth strategy to expand donor relationships and philanthropic assets.
• Lead donor acquisition, onboarding, stewardship and partnerships to meet revenue goals.
• Build and manage a high-performing development team and foster a culture of collaboration and service.
• Partner with donor engagement, gifts, corporate responsibility and investments teams to execute transformational gifts and complex transactions.
• Collaborate with Marketing to strengthen brand visibility and value proposition in the marketplace.
• Maintain strong cross-functional collaboration to ensure coordinated donor acquisition and retention efforts.

Skills

Leadership experience

Donor acquisition

Relationship management

Philanthropy knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Silicon Valley Community Foundation seeks a Lead Strategist for new business generation in Mountain View, CA. You will oversee development, execution of a comprehensive growth strategy, and a robust donor- and fund-building program to position SVCF as the premier philanthropic partner.

The Vice President collaborates with Donor Engagement and other leaders to deliver an integrated donor experience, aligning acquisition, onboarding, stewardship, and long-term relationship management.