Overview
Chief Advancement Officer Jobs in Boston, Massachusetts, USA at Empath
Who is EMPath? Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) is a 200-year Boston-based nonprofit that transforms lives by partnering with families to move out of poverty and provides other organizations with the tools to do the same. As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines direct services, a global learning network, robust research, and
advocacy
, we offer a wide range of rewarding career opportunities.
We are deeply committed to
diversity
, equity, and
inclusion
and believe that
diverse
perspectives and experiences are crucial to our mission of disrupting poverty. What will you be doing? Chief
Advancement
Officer will help to develop, implement, and articulate a
strategic vision
for the organization that focuses on
strategic growth
—in program reach and effectiveness, in influence and brand
recognition
, and in revenue—while maintaining operational efficiency.
As a member of the executive team, the CDO will help to drive the development of plans around new strategic priorities, and will build new partnerships to grow and sustain the organization. The CDO will oversee a portfolio that includes:
1) fundraising;
2) communications; and
3) marketing. CDO, reporting to the CEO, will play a key role in the organization by focusing on EMPath’s future development and direction; including leading efforts for launching a multi-million-dollar comprehensive impact campaign. The CDO will:
Lead fundraising efforts to ensure that EMPath has the revenue to achieve its strategic priorities, with a goal of expanding and diversifying EMPath’s revenue, growing the foundation portfolio, and expanding its planned gifts, and major donor program. Foster a culture of philanthropy and ensure that fund development is executed and aligned with the values, vision, mission, and strategic direction of the organization.
Work with EMPath
leadership
, board, and other stakeholders to coordinate, plan, and execute strategy for new priorities, including those that may form the case for support for a comprehensive campaign. Develop a multi-year, multi-million-dollar campaign that supports EMPath’s bold vision. Cultivate and maintain relationships with board members, major donors, and key stakeholders. Oversee communications for the organization, identifying key themes and talking points for the organization, and driving the organization’s overall communications strategy.
Oversee efforts to revitalize a robust Story Sharing Network of EMPath participants, focused on ethical story-telling. Plan and oversee fundraising events, like annual galas and house parties. Lead, support, develop, and mentor a dedicated team responsible for fundraising, communications, and implementing strategic priorities that advance the organization. Serve as a liaison to the Board’s Institutional
Advancement
Committee. What qualifications do you need to be successful in this role?
A minimum of 10 years
leadership
experience in a nonprofit, or similar organization, with demonstrated experience managing high-performing fundraising teams. Demonstrated experience in managing and implementing a successful, comprehensive fund development program and preparing an annual development work plan and budget to achieve goals. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with board members, donors of major gifts, foundation personnel, and ot…
Title: Chief Advancement Officer
Company: Empath
Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Category: Non-Profit, Management
