Chief Development Officer

By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?

Job Description

Chief Development Officer (CDO)

– Lead strategic fundraising efforts across the Pacific Islands. This role cultivates donor partnerships, guides development staff and volunteers, and grows a sustainable revenue base to support life‑changing services in our island communities.

Where Your Career Is a Force for Good

Lead Fundraising Strategy : Develop and execute annual and multi‑year fundraising plans to meet and exceed a regional revenue target of up to $10M.

Grow Donor Relationships : Personally manage a portfolio of major donors and prospects, making direct solicitations and stewarding long‑term partnerships.

Drive Community Engagement : Cultivate relationships with corporations, foundations, and individual donors across the Pacific Islands region, reflecting the diversity and values of the Pacific Islands.

Empower Volunteer Leadership : Serve as the primary liaison for the Board’s Philanthropy Committee, orienting and supporting members in their fundraising roles.

Manage and Mentor : Lead a high‑performing development team, overseeing hiring, training, coaching, and performance management.

Collaborate for Impact : Partner with national headquarters and division teams to align fundraising efforts and maximize opportunities.

Ensure Operational Excellence : Oversee campaign implementation, reporting, and resource allocation to meet strategic goals.

What You Need to Succeed

Education : Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Experience : Minimum 7 years of progressive fundraising leadership experience, including major gifts, corporate partnerships, and campaign strategy.

Management : At least 5 years of experience managing teams and driving performance.

Skills :

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Proven ability to engage in diverse constituencies and build trust‑based relationships.

Familiarity with fundraising systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce).

Strong strategic thinking and data‑driven decision‑making.

Cultural competency and sensitivity to Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities.

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently across the islands.

• Combination of education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).

What Will Give You the Competitive Edge

Major Gifts Expertise : Experience developing and executing

multi‑year major gift strategies

aligned with organizational goals.

Portfolio Management : Demonstrated success managing a

high‑value donor portfolio

(e.g., 100+ prospects) with strategic segmentation and prioritization.

Leadership & Strategy : Experience leading

development teams , including gift officers, support staff, and volunteers.

Regional & Cultural Awareness : Familiarity with

Hawaiian cultural values , local philanthropic landscape, and community‑based fundraising approaches.

Salary and Incentives

Salary Range :

$128,000 – $140,000. You will be eligible to participate in an incentive plan based on annual individual and organization performance.

Physical Requirements

Normal office environment conditions. Operational flexibility required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs. Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software, and office equipment for sustained periods of time. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle, and working under challenging conditions.

Benefits for You

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts

PTO : Starting 15 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure

Holidays : 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays

401K with 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Equal Opportunity Employment

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.

Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make your career a force for good!

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