Chief Growth & Philanthropy Officer

Armed Services YMCA; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

The Armed Services YMCA seeks a visionary Chief Marketing & Development Officer (CMDO) to lead philanthropy, marketing, and communications, driving growth across a national platform. You will oversee major gifts, donor relations, corporate partnerships, and brand strategy, reporting to the President & CEO.

The role demands strategic leadership and the ability to scale revenue and impact for military families.

Qualifications

• Requires strong strategic thinking and people leadership.
• Experience building multi-channel fundraising programs.
• Proven track record in growing philanthropic revenue.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising, marketing, and communications strategies.
• Oversee donor engagement, partnerships, and philanthropy growth.
• Advance national brand visibility and revenue diversification.
• Collaborate with CEO and senior leaders to set goals and budgets.
• Build and mentor a high-performing, diverse team.

Skills

Executive leadership

Fundraising strategy

Marketing & communications

Donor relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CRM systems

Marketing automation

Analytics platforms

Job description

The Armed Services YMCA seeks a visionary Chief Marketing & Development Officer (CMDO) to lead philanthropy, marketing, and communications, driving growth across a national platform. You will oversee major gifts, donor relations, corporate partnerships, and brand strategy, reporting to the President & CEO.

The role demands strategic leadership and the ability to scale revenue and impact for military families.