TacJobs – Green Beret Foundation Seeks Chief Development & Marketing Officer

TacJobs – Green Beret Foundation Seeks Chief Development & Marketing Officer

JOB TITLE : Chief Development & Marketing Officer

JOB TYPE : Full-Time, Exempt

REPORTS TO : President & CEO

LOCATION : Hybrid

• Position With Travel Required
• This Position is Strongly Desired to Be Within Regular Commutable Distance of the Greater Boston Area

Green Beret Foundation is the premier nonprofit that stands with all generations of U.S. Army Special Forces Soldiers, known as Green Berets, as well as their families, caregivers, and survivors, to reduce the burden of all of life’s transitions through curated programs and services to meet their emotional, physical, social, and financial health needs.

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Chief Development & Marketing Officer (CDMO) will be directly responsible for creating, leading, and implementing an integrated resource development and marketing strategy that strengthens The Green Beret Foundation’s visibility, stakeholder engagement, financial resources, and overall impact. The position is responsible for forging new relationships, maintaining and growing existing relationships, and leading efforts to build and manage a high-performing development and marketing team. Serving as a trusted advisor, the CDMO plays a pivotal role in supporting the President & CEO on seven- and eight-figure gift solicitations while embracing and advancing the mission of The Green Beret Foundation.

The role encompasses fundraising, event management, marketing, strategic planning, and organizational leadership responsibilities. The officer will oversee development, communications and marketing strategies, achieving sustainable revenue growth and increasing the organization’s brand awareness. Acting as an internal advisor to the CEO and Board, the officer will ensure all strategic initiatives align with the organization’s mission, goals, and standards.

As a member of the Executive Team, the CDMO collaborates with the President & CEO, Chief of Staff, and other senior leaders to provide strategic and operational management. Serve as a thought leader and strategic advisor in advancement of the Green Beret Foundation mission and operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Lead the development and execution of the organization’s strategic plan, adhering to the vision set by the President, CEO, and Board of Directors.

Lead efforts and individually raise $4 million annually, scaling to $6–8 million within three years, through individual, corporate, foundation, and public sector funding.

Oversee marketing and branding strategies to elevate the visibility and public understanding of The Green Beret Foundation’s mission.

Collaborate with the CEO, Board, and Executive Team to create and implement an advancement strategy that aligns with organizational goals.

Recruit, train, and mentor development, marketing, and advancement staff.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

This position oversees all Development, Marketing, and Advancement staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

Customer and team focus

EDUCATION :

Bachelor’s Degree in business, fundraising, communications, public relations or related field or directly equivalent experience. Masters Degree strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

The role requires regular talking, hearing, sitting, and occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds. Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination are needed for high-volume keyboard input and data entry.

WORKING HOURS & TRAVEL :

The CDMO Position works a 40-hour week. Some evening and weekend hours will be needed on occasion to meet the needs of the Green Beret Foundation community and the strategic revenue growth plan for the Foundation. Travel is primarily regional but will from time to time include attendance at key events and meetings throughout the United States, overnight travel. The CDMO position is strongly desired to be within regular commutable distance of the greater Boston Area.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP :

This position will report directly to the President & CEO, who will develop a set of performance objectives in partnership with the CDMO. The President & CEO shall conduct the Development Coordinator’s performance reviews.

The Green Beret Foundation seeks a visionary leader committed to honoring and advancing the legacy of Green Berets while fostering a robust culture of philanthropy and innovation. Green Beret Foundation is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Green Beret Foundation participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Green Beret Foundation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Green Beret Foundation is a drug-free workplace.

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