Chief Development Officer

Chief Development OfficerDivision: Financial & DevelopmentClassification: Full-time, ExemptReports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

SummaryAs the Chief Development Officer (CDO), you'll spearhead transformative leadership initiatives, crafting comprehensive strategies, and overseeing their seamless execution to foster enduring financial resilience. Your pivotal role entails orchestrating substantial growth across every facet of Halifax Humane Society's fundraising landscape. From nurturing and engaging donors to securing annual, major, and planned gifts, orchestrating special campaigns, nurturing relationships with foundations and corporations, to orchestrating unforgettable special events, you'll be at the helm of it all, driving forward the society's mission with unwavering dedication and innovative vision.

Essential Duties and Functions• Provide strategic leadership to enhance the organization’s funding base.• Develop, assess, and refine fundraising strategies and programs for efficiency and profitability.• Secure operating revenue through various campaigns, overseeing prospecting, communication, and engagement with donors.• Cultivate relationships and solicit contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations, participating in major gift activities.• Implement ongoing programs to encourage planned gifts and maintain relationships with key community stakeholders.• Coordinate donor recognition events and activities involving staff and board members.• Establish fundraising policies for board approval, including endowment purposes and gift acceptance criteria.• Research and compose foundation/grant funding proposals.• Supervise the direct mail program and data management for fundraising efforts.• Collaborate with department heads to align funding needs with donor opportunities.• Deliver monthly fundraising reports to the COO and conduct annual program analyses.• Manage the fundraising database and ensure accuracy and confidentiality of donor records.• Oversee special events staff and projects related to fundraising, optimizing resource allocation.• Set annual goals for department staff and provide guidance and resolutions for any issues.• Maintain a professional environment through staff training and motivation.• Manage staff discipline, performance, and recruitment within the Development Department.• Prepare departmental reports and manage fundraising budgets.• Serve on special committees and lead projects related to development and organizational initiatives.• Ensure quality care for all stakeholders and respond to situations that may impact the organization's reputation.• Fulfill additional duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and availability as needed.• Adhere to punctuality and complete assigned shifts.

Required QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA and/or CPA highly desirable• 10+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles, preferably in real estate development, property management, and/ or construction industry.• Proved track record of fundraising $500,000+.• Other combinations of education and work experience may be acceptable.• Course concentration in finance, public relations, communications, fundraising techniques or related fields.• Must possess a valid and unrestricted Florida driver’s license with a clean DMV record for the past 3 years.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Proficient in grant writing, development, and public relations, with a track record of success.• Skilled in managing diverse teams of professionals and volunteer fundraisers, fostering collaboration and exceeding goals.• Demonstrated success in meeting and surpassing fundraising targets.• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, effectively conveying the organization’s mission to various audiences.• Proven capability in securing funding from foundations and corporations, including proposal development and adherence to deadlines.• Experience in initiating and overseeing fundraising campaigns.• Proficient in donor cultivation and maintaining long-term relationships.• Competent in event planning, including securing sponsorships, donations, and volunteer coordination.• Skilled in strategic analysis and directing complex projects with accountability and compliance.• Experienced in budget administration, revenue and expense projections, and financial management.• Accomplished in executive team collaboration and interaction with stakeholders at all levels.• Possesses sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information.• Highly adaptable with a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial mindset to manage diverse responsibilities and changing priorities.• Proficient in development tools such as eTapestry.• Proficient in Windows-based computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PetPoint.

Application: Interested and qualified applicants should send a cover letter and resume to: miguel@halifaxhumanesociety.org with a subject line of "CDO Candidate". All applications are considered confidential until final stages of the hiring process.