Chief Development Officer

I. JOB SUMMARY:

The Chief Development Officer (CDO) is responsible for the development and implementation of a fundraising strategy to support the organizational budget consistent with the mission and purpose of BP. The CDO acts as the primary fundraiser for giving campaigns, while providing team leadership, management, and coordination of the Resource Development Department. This position is directly responsible for supervision of Resource Development staff and programs including the annual campaign, donor development, grants management, volunteer management, and public relations. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Develops, executes, monitors, and evaluates an annual development plan with goals and objectives designed to increase philanthropic revenue, strengthen donor engagement, and expand the participation and effectiveness of the Board of Directors.
2. Identifies, researches, and qualifies potential major gift prospects, including individuals, corporations, and foundations. Designs and implements strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and institutional partners.
3. Provides leadership for short- and long-term fundraising campaigns, including annual giving, capital campaigns, planned giving initiatives, and special events.
4. Oversees the development, implementation, and continuous evaluation of strategic marketing and communications plans to elevate BPHI's public profile, strengthen brand visibility, and foster greater philanthropic support.
5. Coordinates staff efforts to increase public awareness and visibility of BPHI through targeted marketing, media management, donor outreach, and storytelling that highlight the organization's mission and impact.
6. Works closely with the CEO, CFO, CPO, Board of Directors, Resource Development Committee, and staff to assess funding needs, set priorities, and align fundraising strategies with programmatic and agency-wide goals.
7. Provides leadership and oversight for grant development and management, ensuring effective application strategies, timely submissions, compliance with funder requirements, and strong stewardship of foundation and corporate gifts.
8. Supervises, mentors, and develops Resource Development staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that supports professional growth and accountability.
9. Engages Board members, volunteers, and community partners in fundraising, stewardship, and advocacy to broaden BPHI's donor base and community relationships.
10. Ensures thoughtful, timely, and effective donor stewardship practices that deepen engagement and strengthen long-term donor relationships.
11. Represents BPHI as a visible and active community leader, cultivating partnerships that advance the mission and enhance fundraising opportunities.
12. Oversees donor database integrity, reporting, and analytics to ensure accurate prospect tracking, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement of fundraising strategies.
13. Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and independent judgment in the development and completion of projects, while maintaining accountability and transparency in all development operations, including prospect tracking, gift processing, and reporting.
14. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the CEO.

III. AGENCY EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE:

• All employees are expected to adhere to Agency Policies and Procedures.
• All employees are expected to dress appropriately and professionally. 
• All employees are expected to attend required and/or assigned Agency trainings.
• All employees are expected to be courteous, polite and friendly both to our clients and to their fellow employees. 
• All employees are expected to consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of their position. 

Requirements

IV. QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: A Bachelor's degree with at least five years experience in high level non-profit fundraising leadership. Seven to ten years experience in progressive fundraising skills preferred. Must have direct work experience in the following areas: annual/capital campaigns, major gifts, planned giving and/or endowments, and foundation giving/grantsmanship. Proficient in Microsoft Office, the use of databases and other fundraising software with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Must have strong coaching skills with team leadership ability and strong organizational and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours and possess a valid Florida Driver's License. 

V. WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The Chief Development Officer works in settings of BP, including offices, classrooms, group rooms as well as being involved in other areas of BP programs both on and off campus. In addition, the position is active in the community as situations warrant, representing BPHI.