CHIEF DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
The Chief Development & Communications Officer (CDCO) is a senior executive responsible
for leading and integrating all aspects of fundraising, marketing, communications, and donor
relations for the Dream Center Los Angeles.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising & Development
• Lead all philanthropic initiatives, ensuring growth across diverse revenue streams:
individual donors, foundations, corporations, government, and churches.
• Drive major and legacy giving, including cultivation of high-net-worth individuals,
planned giving programs, and the development of an organizational endowment.
• Direct foundation and government grant writing, submission, and reporting processes.
• Provide strategic leadership for signature fundraising events, ensuring alignment with
organizational goals and donor engagement strategies.
• Oversee facility tours and donor experiences, ensuring they inspire generosity and
deepen long-term commitment to the Dream Center.
Marketing, Communications & Media
• Develop and implement an integrated communications and marketing strategy that
elevates the Dream Center’s visibility and strengthens its brand nationally.
• Oversee media, video, and graphic design functions to produce compelling content that
communicates impact.
• Lead digital engagement strategy, including social media, website, and email
campaigns, ensuring consistent storytelling and donor engagement.
• Oversee all organizational fundraising related events, publications, and communications
to ensure excellence, consistency, and alignment with the Dream Center’s mission and
brand.
• Serve as the primary architect for the Dream Center’s narrative, producing
communications that inspire, inform, and mobilize donors, partners, and the public.
Partnership Development
• Cultivate and expand relationships with churches, corporations, and civic partners,
building broad coalitions of support.
• Represent the Dream Center in the community and in government relations, advocating
for the organization’s mission and securing collaborative partnerships.
• Engage the Board of Directors and Development Committee in fundraising and
communications strategies, leveraging their networks and expertise.
Leadership & Management
• Build and lead a high-performing Development and Communications team, currently
comprised of 10–12 staff members across fundraising, communications, marketing, and
media.
• Establish clear goals, metrics, and accountability systems to ensure the success of all
development and communications initiatives.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development to staff, fostering a culture
of growth, excellence, and alignment with the Dream Center’s mission.
• Foster a collaborative culture of innovation, excellence, and faith-driven service.
Experience:
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in fundraising, communications, or
marketing at a large nonprofit organization.
• Proven track record in major donor cultivation, capital campaigns, foundation and
government grant funding, and event-based fundraising.
• Demonstrated success in marketing and communications leadership, including digital
and social media strategy.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and vendors (graphic design, video, PR).
• Strong network in corporate, foundation, and/or faith-based communities is highly
desirable.
Skills & Competencies:
• Exceptional ability to inspire generosity and build lasting donor relationships.
• Expertise in fundraising strategy, donor cultivation, and legacy/endowment
development.
• Strong communication, storytelling, and public speaking skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
• Experience leveraging social media, marketing, and media production for nonprofit
growth.
• A servant leader with humility, integrity, and passion for the Dream Center’s mission.
Salary range: $150,000 – $175,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Benefits
include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, professional development
opportunities, and support resources aligned with faith-based values.
This is a full-time position based at the Dream Center headquarters in Los Angeles, CA.
Please send all applications, emails, and inquiries to Liana Garcia at
[email protected] or 213-273-7018.
Required Materials
1. Cover Letter — Describe your interest in the role, your alignment with the Dream
Center’s mission, and your experience in people & culture leadership. Please also share
how your personal faith and servant-leadership philosophy align with the Dream Center.
2. Resume / CV — Detail your professional experience, education, and relevant
accomplishments.
Optional but Strongly Encouraged Materials
• Writing / Communications Sample – One to two examples (e.g., donor appeal, press
release, impact report excerpt, social media campaign, or grant narrative) that
demonstrate fundraising and communication skills.
• Fundraising Portfolio or Summary – Brief highlights of fundraising results (e.g., major
gifts secured, campaign leadership, grant successes, event revenue, or other
measurable outcomes) that demonstrate a proven track record.