Chief Philanthropy and Board Relations Officer

Maine Tasting Center; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cedars in Portland, ME is seeking an accomplished leader to serve as Chief Advancement and Board Relations Officer, responsible for developing a comprehensive fundraising strategy and cultivating major gifts. You will work closely with the President/CEO and the Board to expand philanthropy across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of progressive fundraising leadership, including Planned Giving and Capital Campaigns, and a proven ability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or CFRE preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership in fundraising, ideally in healthcare, older adult services, or nonprofit sectors with emphasis on Planned Giving, Major Gifts, and Capital Campaigns.
• Proven ability to close Major Gifts and secure complex Planned Gifts and manage successful campaigns.
• Excellent relationship-building, communication and strategic planning skills.
• Experience working with governing boards and volunteer leaders.
• Familiarity with Jewish Philanthropy community and shared values.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a comprehensive development strategy aligned with priorities and growth plans.
• Design a Planned Giving Program.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors, endowment, and planned giving prospects.
• Partner with the President/CEO and Board to strengthen donor relationships and foster a culture of philanthropy.
• Provide strategic leadership for donor communications and stewardship for impactful engagement.
• Represent the organization at community and donor events to enhance visibility and engagement.

Skills

Leadership experience

Fundraising

Major gifts closure

Planned giving

Board relations

Strategic planning

Donor communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or CFRE

Job description

The Cedars is seeking an accomplished leader to serve as its Chief Advancement and Board Relations Officer.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a comprehensive development strategy aligned with organizational priorities and growth plans
• Design a Planned Giving Program
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors, endowment, and planned giving prospects
• Partner with the President and CEO and Board to strengthen donor relationships and expand a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization.
• Provide strategic leadership for donor communications and stewardship efforts to ensure impactful engagement
• Represent the organization at community and donor events to enhance visibility and engagement

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or CFRE certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in fundraising, preferably within healthcare, older adult services, or nonprofit sectors with an emphasis on Planned Giving, Major Gifts, and Capital Campaigns
• Demonstrated ability to close Major Gifts and secure complex Planned Gifts. Proven track record of managing successful fundraising campaigns
• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and strategic planning skills
• Experience working closely with governing boards and volunteer leaders
• Familiarity and understanding of Jewish Philanthropy community including relationship-building grounded in shared values and a genuine commitment to the mission.

We invite accomplished advancement professionals to apply and help shape the future of one of Maine’s premier nonprofit organizations. Please submit a cover letter and résumé to [e-mail]