Chief Development Officer (CDO), Fundraising & Philanthropy

Chief Development Officer (CDO), Fundraising & Philanthropy About the Company Influential hospital dedicated to improving children's health Industry Hospital & Health Care Type Privately Held Founded 1891 Employees 501-1000 Categories Healthcare Hospitals & Clinics Hospital Personal Health Specialties acquired brain injury assistive technology cancer rehabilitation cardiac rehabilitation complex chronic conditions complex post-surgical rehabilitation complex wound and burn management neuromuscular disorders post acute neonatal care pre/post organ & stem cell transplant pulmonary hypertension specialized feeding and burke-blythedale pediatric neuroscience research collaboration About the Role The Company is in search of a Vice President and Chief Development Officer (VPCDO) to lead its philanthropic efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership in all fundraising activities, with a focus on advancing the organization's mission and transforming care delivery for a vulnerable population. This role involves overseeing all aspects of development, including major gifts, online giving, planned giving, and events, and implementing best-practice fundraising systems to enhance the unit's operations. The VPCDO will also be a key advocate for the organization, raising awareness of its initiatives at the state and national levels, and will work to build a broader external fundraising base and identify new affiliations. The ideal candidate for the VPCDO position at the company will have a proven track record in leading a philanthropy team within a healthcare or mission-based organization. They should be an innovative leader with exceptional relationship-building skills, capable of engaging board and volunteer leadership effectively. The role requires a candidate with a strategic vision, a focus on building and mentoring high-performing teams, and a commitment to the success of development initiatives. The VPCDO will be instrumental in shaping the organization's strategic vision and will be expected to have a visible and engaged presence across the campus and the broader community. This is an exciting opportunity for a bold, relationship-driven leader to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of the children and families served by the organization. Hiring Manager Title President and CEO Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Non-Profit Management Medical Care/Hospital Administration