Chief Development Officer (Full-Time, Exempt)

CHADS COALITION FOR MENTAL HEALTH

Chief Development Officer (Full-Time, Exempt)

St. Louis, MO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Student Loan Forgiveness

    2 Volunteer Days

    Life, AD&D, LTD Insurance

    Maternity Leave (6 weeks paid)

    11 Holidays

    FMLA (unpaid)

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Dental insurance

    Flexible schedule

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Parental leave

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (FULL-TIME EXEMPT)

    CHADS Coalition for Mental Health is a non-profit organization whose mission is to save young lives by advancing the awareness and prevention of depression and suicide.

    Position Summary

    The Chief Development Officer (CDO) is responsible for the oversight and day-to-day management of annual fundraising efforts. With support from the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the Board of Directors (BOD), the CDO holds the responsibility of ensuring that a culture of philanthropy is built and that annual fund goals are met.

    Core Functions

    Develop the annual fund plan, its budget, calendar, and fundraising projections

    Meet annual fund goals determined by the BOD and CEO

    Oversee the administration of the fund development database

    Support corporate and foundation giving opportunities

    Supervise members of the Development Department including the Grants Manager, Marketing/Communications Coordinator, etc.

    Continue execution of successful direct mail program

    Execute intensive stewardship program

    Working closely with the CEO, continue the moves management process for current major donors and help to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects

    Oversee planning and implementation of special events with support of special events contractor, development committee, volunteers

    Report regularly on fundraising metrics to senior staff and board members

    Along with the chair of the board development committee, lead efforts of the committee

    Work with contractor(s) to develop materials, promotion strategies and visibility opportunities for programs, services, and events

    Manage CHADS’ brand and serve as the agency’s primary authority on standards and guidelines

    Write and/or edit content for all company publications, announcements, and editorial copy

    Oversight and assist with creation of content of website, social media, e-mail database

    Support and direct the Board of Directors regarding all fund development activities

    Other responsibilities or duties as mutually agreed upon with the CEO

    Core Competencies

    Ability to create, track, and analyze development initiatives

    Strong organizational, written, and verbal communications skills

    Works well under pressure with the ability to handle multiple tasks often with pressing deadlines

    Team-player attitude and ability to understand and effectively share the CHADS’ mission

    Desire to work in an environment of measurable accountability

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Required Education:

    Bachelor’s Degree

    CFRE preferred

    Required Experience:

    5 years of successful fundraising experience, preferably at social service organizations

    Major Gift Campaign experience preferred

    Supervisory experience in motivating teams to meet goals

    Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Windows, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Share Point, PowerPoint), live video conferencing and Donor Perfect or other similar fundraising software.

    This position requires access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

    Starting Salary: $100,000+

    CHADS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. CHADS is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

    Flexible work from home options available.