Co-Chief Development Officer - Donor Engagement & Partnerships

The Serica Initiative; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Serica Initiative seeks a Chief Development Officer to lead donor engagement and expand philanthropic support in New York and the tri-state area. You will oversee donor research, cultivation, stewardship, and a fundraising budget aligned with our mission.

Collaborating with the CEO and COO, you will build strategies for major gifts, foundations, family offices, and corporate sponsorships, while ensuring program and communications alignment and a culture of gratitude.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent fundraising experience.
• 5-7 years in nonprofit or development, with major gifts preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to travel throughout NYC tri-state area.
• Strong organizational and program management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement donor engagement strategies to grow a portfolio of donors and prospects.
• Identify new funding sources and lead outreach to individuals, family offices, foundations, and corporations.
• Maintain donor databases, track touchpoints, and produce impact updates.
• Collaborate with leadership to plan donor experiences, events, and campaigns.
• Coordinate engagement activities with Serica’s programs, communications, and operations.
• Represent Serica’s values in donor and partner interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

High EQ

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CRM software

Job description

The Serica Initiative seeks a Chief Development Officer to lead donor engagement and expand philanthropic support in New York and the tri-state area. You will oversee donor research, cultivation, stewardship, and a fundraising budget aligned with our mission.

Collaborating with the CEO and COO, you will build strategies for major gifts, foundations, family offices, and corporate sponsorships, while ensuring program and communications alignment and a culture of gratitude.