Chief Development Officer

Chief Development Officer

About the Company

Esteemed organization providing IT professional development resources

Industry
Information Technology and Services

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1994

Employees
501-1000

Categories

• Education
• Information Technology
• Training
• Consulting & Professional Services
• Information Technology & Services

Specialties

• workforce development
• technology training
• education
• career development
• deib
• diversity
• equity
• inclusion & belonging
• cybersecurity training
• software engineering training
• cloud computing training
• and it certification acquisition

About the Role

The Company is in search of a visionary Chief Development Officer (CDO) to spearhead a significant growth strategy, with the goal of expanding its revenue from $90 million to $150 million and beyond. The successful candidate will be responsible for architecting and executing a comprehensive capitalization plan that aligns with the organization's mission of advancing economic mobility through technology training. This role demands a systematic builder with a proven track record in nonprofit fundraising, capable of translating mission-driven outcomes into a diversified funding strategy. The CDO will be at the forefront of brand mobilization, mission integration, and enterprise-scale growth, and will serve as a key public representative, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including donors, corporate leaders, and institutional funders. Key responsibilities for the CDO include designing and managing a balanced revenue portfolio, leading a high-velocity relationship management strategy, and expanding the organization's reach into new philanthropic and investment communities. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years' of progressive nonprofit fundraising leadership experience, a history of securing transformational gifts, and a deep alignment with the values of the organization. They should be adept at building and leading high-performing teams, and have a strategic, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to foster a culture of innovation and ambitious goal-setting. Experience in workforce development, education reform, or related fields is highly preferred, and the role requires exceptional communication skills to effectively convey the organization's mission and impact.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Functions

• Business Development
• Corporate Development