Chief Development Officer

Chief Development Officer

Requisition Number 2025-8360

Overview

The Chief Development Officer (CDO) serves as a key member of the executive leadership team and is responsible for designing, leading, and executing a comprehensive fundraising and marketing strategy that fuels the mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of West Alabama (BGCWA). The CDO leads all aspects of fundraising including major gifts, corporate and foundation relations, grants, special events, and community partnerships - with the goal of generating $2M+ annually.

Responsibilities

Leadership, Strategy & Vision

• Develop and implement a long-range, donor-centered fundraising strategy.
• Build infrastructure, systems, and processes for development operations.
• Partner with the CEO and Board to set annual revenue goals.
• Ensure brand alignment across all development, marketing, and communications activities.

Fundraising & Donor Engagement

• Build and manage a major gifts portfolio.
• Lead corporate, foundation, and government fundraising strategies.
• Oversee annual campaigns and donor retention.
• Lead signature events

Relationship Building & External Engagement

• Cultivate long-term relationships with donors, community leaders, and partners.
  - Serve as an ambassador for BGCWA at community events.
  - Build collaborative community partnerships.

Board & Volunteer Engagement

• Train and support Board members in fundraising.
  - Recruit and steward fundraising volunteers.

Team Leadership & Operational Excellence

• Lead and mentor the development team.
  - Manage departmental budgets and donor systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 - 8 years progressive fundraising experience.
  - Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  - Bachelor’s degree required.

DISCLAIMER:

Apply through the Boys & Girls Clubs of West Alabama careers site.