Chief Philanthropy and Board Engagement Officer

The Cedars; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cedars seeks an accomplished philanthropy leader to provide strategic direction for all fundraising initiatives, donor relations, and Board engagement. This executive will drive major gifts, capital campaigns, annual giving, and planned giving, while stewarding donors and building partnerships with foundations and corporations.

Ideal candidate brings a decade of leadership in mission-driven fundraising, exceptional relationship-building, and a track record of working closely with boards and

Qualifications

• Ten years of leadership experience in philanthropy.
• Proven track record in major gifts and capital campaigns.
• Strong relationship-building and strategic planning skills.
• Experience working with governing boards and volunteer leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead major gifts, capital campaigns, and annual giving.
• Oversee planned giving and donor stewardship programs.
• Develop foundation and corporate partnerships.
• Engage the Board and volunteers to advance fundraising goals.

Skills

Major gifts

Capital campaigns

Annual giving

Planned giving

Foundation partnerships

Corporate partnerships

Donor stewardship

Board engagement

Job description

Reporting directly to the President and CEO, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for all aspects of philanthropy and Board engagement.

Description

This executive will lead:

• Major and leadership gifts
• Capital campaign strategy and execution
• Annual giving
• Planned giving
• Foundation and corporate partnerships
• Donor stewardship
• Board and volunteer engagement

Ideal Candidate Profile

We seek a collaborative, forward‑thinking leader with:

• At least ten years of progressively responsible philanthropy leadership experience
• A proven record of success in major gifts, capital campaigns, and nonprofit fund-raising
• Exceptional relationship‑building, communication, and strategic planning skills
• Experience working closely with governing boards and volunteer leaders
• Background in older adult living, healthcare, aging services, higher education, or other mission‑driven organizations