Chief Development Officer

• Lead and manage all aspects of fund development, providing inspiring leadership while ensuring the execution of a robust and effective strategy.
• Cultivate key donor relationships, lead transformational fundraising efforts, and strengthen Habitat’s philanthropic partnerships.
• Ensure fundraising and engagement efforts align with the organization’s long-term vision and impact.
• Develop and implement bold, comprehensive fundraising strategies that drive revenue growth and financial sustainability.
• Spearhead major gifts, capital campaigns, corporate sponsorships, planned giving, and grant funding efforts.
• Lead the strategic planning and execution of a high-impact development program, including donor acquisition, retention, and stewardship.
• Regularly analyze and report fundraising performance to leadership and key stakeholders, refining strategies as needed.
• Develop a high-impact marketing and communications strategy that enhances brand awareness and engagement.
• Serve as a dynamic spokesperson and thought leader, advocating for affordable housing solutions and community development.
• Ensure unified, compelling messaging across all communications and promotional channels to inspire donors and stakeholders.

• CFRE certification preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive fundraising leadership experience, including major gifts and multi-year campaigns.
• 4+ years of executive-level management experience in nonprofit development, marketing, or philanthropy.
• Demonstrated success in securing transformational 5-7 figure gifts and building lasting donor relationships.
• Expertise in corporate partnerships, grant development, and planned giving strategies.
• Strong knowledge of community engagement, marketing, and donor cultivation best practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in fundraising, marketing, public relations, business, or a related field.
• Proficiency in CRMs, Microsoft Office, Raiser’s Edge, and marketing software.
• Exceptional public speaking and storytelling abilities, with a passion for advocacy.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences with authenticity, professionalism, and emotional intelligence.

• Generous benefits, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 14 paid company holidays, flexible vacation, sick leave, paid family leave, flexible spending account, health savings account, life and disability insurance; Employee Assistance Programs; and 403(b) and SEP savings plans.
• Vibrant company culture with a focus on innovation and growth.
• Projects you work on have high visibility and directly impact the families we serve.

Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, community, and hope. We are a nonprofit housing organization that helps low to moderate income families around the world access decent housing. We believe that everyone deserves a decent place to live, and we are dedicated to helping create the conditions that free families from stress and fear, and help build stability and confidence. When a home fosters instead of hinders, families can flourish. As a Habitat for Humanity employee, you’ll make a difference in helping families and communities transform their lives with the incredible effects of safe and affordable shelter. Our hiring standards are high, yet our culture is humble. If you want to do meaningful work in a creative, collaborative, and mission driven environment, read on.