Chief Development Officer

Our Mission: To Make Independence a Gift for All

Anne Carlsen Center (Anne Carlsen) is a non-profit organization which has been providing supports and services for 80 years to individuals in North Dakota with developmental disability or delay. Rich in tradition, Anne Carlsen has positioned itself on the cutting edge of innovation with unique programs, creative therapies and advanced assistive technologies that meet the specific needs of those we serve.

Be a part of an organization whose mission is to make independence a gift to those in your community

Location: Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Jamestown, Fargo, Bismarck or Grand Forks

Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Job Schedule: Full Time, Salaried

Weekly Hours: 40

JOB SUMMARY

The Chief Development Officer (CDO) provides strategic leadership and direction for all philanthropic initiatives at Anne Carlsen, including major gifts, planned giving, annual fund, and donor engagement strategies. This role oversees a multi-site development team responsible for cultivating, stewarding, and expanding a diverse portfolio of donors, prospective donors, and community partners. The CDO ensures a disciplined, mission-driven approach to identifying, soliciting, and securing philanthropic investments that support both immediate needs and long-term organizational sustainability. Working closely with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, the CDO advances a strong culture of philanthropy across the organization, aligns development priorities with strategic goals, and strengthens statewide relationships to expand awareness, support, and impact.

QUALIFICATIONS (minimum requirements)

Education and/or years' experience required:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related field
• 5 years of leadership experience in fundraising in a nonprofit (or similar) environment
• Valid drivers license

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Master's degree in a related field
• Demonstrated experience leading a development or foundation team with measurable fundraising success
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful major gift and planned giving strategies
• Experience with prospect research, portfolio management, and the effective use of donor management systems
• Strong experience preparing, presenting, and closing donor proposals, including complex gift conversations and philanthropic planning

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates ability to provide support and guidance to the Chief Executive Officer, Executive Team members and Board of Directors in the effective execution of development strategies and activities.
• Demonstrates the ability to lead the development, presentation, and closing of donor proposals, ensuring alignment with donor interests, and adherence to organizational goals.
• Demonstrates ability to oversee campaign strategy and execution, including operational planning, objectives, metrics, and cross-functional coordination.
• Demonstrates ability to manage a personal portfolio of donors and prospects using a disciplined approach to cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
• Demonstrates ability to build the skills, knowledge, and abilities of the development team in areas including prospect research, annual giving, major gifts, events, donor relations, community partnerships, grants, communication, and stewardship.
• Demonstrates ability to provide consistent follow-up after donor meetings, events, and other activities to advance relationships and secure commitments.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify, engage and prepare board members, Executive Management and program staff as needed to participate in solicitations and other development activities.
• Demonstrates ability to serve as a collaborative team player, working closely with the CEO, CFO, and COO to establish fundraising priorities and align philanthropic strategy with organizational needs.
• Demonstrates ability to participate in the creation, implementation, and monitoring of the budget based on the philanthropic plan, including annual fund strategy, goals, budgets, forecasts, and performance monitoring.
• Demonstrates ability to oversee the maintenance and integrity of donor and financial records in accordance with general accounting standards, fundraising best practices, and any other regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates ability to partner closely with Finance to align fundraising projections, reporting, gift processing, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrates ability to increase visibility, reach, and community engagement in support of Anne Carlsen development activities.
• Demonstrates ability to oversee and evaluate donor engagement and fundraising events, ensuring they reflect mission, support fundraising goals, and strengthen donor relationships.
• Demonstrates ability to utilize data, analytics, and donor management systems to monitor outcomes, manage pipelines, and support informed decision-making
• Demonstrates ability to uphold Anne Carlsen Center's ethical standards and demonstrate the behavioral and service expectations as defined in our policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to follow all Anne Carlsen policies and procedures.

Supervision of others/decision making aptitude (if applicable): This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for the development and marketing team.

Benefits

Anne Carlsen offers competitive pay and benefits, paid time off (PTO), and great advancement opportunities Here are a few examples:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life & Disability
• 401(k) & Profit-Sharing Plan
• Aflac Voluntary Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Special Employee Events
• Great working environment and ability to strengthen your community

Employment with the Anne Carlsen Center is contingent upon passing our mandatory drug test, background checks, I-9 document verification, and compliance to our mandatory flu policy. Anne Carlsen is a drug-free, tobacco-free work environment.

Anne Carlsen is an equal opportunity employer and complies fully with all federal, state, and local employment laws and will provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, the presence of any mental or physical disability, status with regard to public assistance or marriage, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.