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Chief Development Officer (CDO)

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Orlando, FL, USA
Full-time

The YMCA of Central Florida has an exciting opportunity to join our experienced and innovative executive leadership team as the Chief Development Officer (CDO). The Y of Central Florida is a recognized leader within the YMCA national movement, operating over 20 locations, spanning 6 counties, with an annual revenue of approximately $65M and opportunities for membership growth through an expanding Central Florida population.  We’ve developed a strategic plan that guides the organization, positively impacting the lives of 600,000 Florida residents and growing to 40,000 advocates. 

Reporting directly to the President/Chief Executive Officer, the CDO is responsible for providing leadership, vision and direction to the organization, leading staff and volunteers in philanthropic support of annual, capital, and planned giving initiatives, governmental relations and community affairs. The CDO will advance the YMCA’s mission through annual giving, government and foundation grants, endowment bequests, gifts and capital campaigns while building relationships with community members, governmental representatives and potential donors. The ideal candidate displays a high level of professionalism, political savvy and excellent interpersonal skills that reflects the YMCA brand and cause-driven mission. In addition they must have the ability to establish and nurture relationships with major donors, interact with community leaders, key partners, and all levels of staff, volunteers / board members and media. 

Our corporate office is centrally located in Downtown Orlando, Florida. Nearby are many world-class attractions, well-known theme parks, diverse dining and shopping options, museums, and an international airport. Events and entertainment are regularly held at the state of the art Amway Center and Dr. Phillips Performing Art Center. For the sports enthusiasts, Orlando is home to national sport teams, Orlando Magic and Orlando City Soccer. Nicknamed “The City Beautiful” Orlando offers many public lakes, walkable communities, pleasant year-round weather and it’s a short 45 minute drive to Cocoa and Daytona Beaches. There are many “A” rated public and private school options in Orange County.  Central Florida also has a variety of affordable housing options and there is no state income tax.  

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Success in the role will require strong leadership and relationship building skills, a well-rounded functional skill set, and superior management acumen.
  • The incumbent will be challenged to provide a successful track record in financial development / fundraising with comparable results, including trends in membership / advocacy growth. 
  • Significant areas of focus include; $10M - $15M in Annual Fundraising, Building up to 40,000 Advocates, Leading and Developing Metro Board, Key Partners, Major Funders (Identify, Engage, Solicit, Stewart), Structures the Fund Development Team and Securing Funding for Education/Youth Development and Outreach initiatives. 
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; business, nonprofit management or related field of study preferred. Master’s degree preferred.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Minimum 7-10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in philanthropy, with proven results in campaign development and formidable execution that results in securing major gifts and significant achievements in annual Financial Development/Fundraising efforts. 
  • Demonstrated experience in successful six/seven figure gift requests preferred. 
  • Demonstrated experience partnering with key volunteers and boards. Ability to relate to top community leaders and diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the Central Florida community.   
  • Prior experience and knowledge about the YMCA, either as an employee, a member, a donor or a volunteer, is desirable. 
  • Proficiency in technology, including Microsoft Office and fundraising tools required.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Along with a highly competitive pay structure, the YMCA of Central Florida provides exceptional benefits which include the following:

  • Affordable and quality healthcare (medical, dental, vision options). 
  • Long Term Disability and Life Insurance provided at no cost to the employee. 
  • 12% Employer funded retirement plan after two years of service with immediate vesting and the ability to add additional earnings from first day of employment. 
  • YMCA membership for employee and household.
  • Generous paid time off package. 
  • Exceptional career opportunities with the nation’s most valuable and recognized non-profit brands. 
  • A challenging and fun work environment with creative, talented and diverse individuals!

The YMCA of Central Florida is a Drug Free Workplace and is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status.

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Nov 20 2018
Active Until: 
Dec 21 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit