Systemwide Chief Development Officer: Lead $25M+ Fundraising

Cottage Health; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Cottage Health in Goleta, California is seeking a Chief Development Officer to oversee all systemwide fundraising functions. The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing team and manage a portfolio of principal donors to achieve significant fundraising goals, often exceeding $25 million annually. Responsibilities include strategic oversight of fundraising initiatives, team management, and collaboration with executive leadership. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and extensive fundraising experience.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of related professional experience.
• 10+ years of direct fundraising experience.
• 7+ years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee systemwide fundraising functions and initiatives.
• Lead high-performing fundraising team.
• Manage a portfolio of principal and planned gift donors.
• Develop fundraising strategies to achieve $25M+ annual results.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising Strategy

Donor Engagement

Team Management

Communication

Financial Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management or related field

JD or Master’s degree in relevant discipline

Tools

MS Office

Blackbaud NXT or similar CRM

Job description

Cottage Health in Goleta, California is seeking a Chief Development Officer to oversee all systemwide fundraising functions. The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing team and manage a portfolio of principal donors to achieve significant fundraising goals, often exceeding $25 million annually. Responsibilities include strategic oversight of fundraising initiatives, team management, and collaboration with executive leadership. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and extensive fundraising experience.