Chief Development Officer

About the role

The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains seeks a visionary leader to join its executive team as the Chief Development Officer. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising and grant management, and a passion for inspiring and enabling young people.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative fundraising strategies, from major gifts to capital campaigns.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, corporations, and foundations.
• Lead grant management efforts to secure vital resources.
• Guide the Resource Development team and act as a visionary for future fundraising initiatives.
• Drive strategies for major gifts, annual campaigns, and grant writing.
• Identify and pursue grant opportunities while ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
• Report progress to the CEO and Board, manage donor records, and ensure reconciliation with the Finance Department.
• Lead and inspire a team of development and grant professionals.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Proven success in fundraising, including major gifts, annual campaigns, and grant writing.
• Stellar communication and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong leadership abilities and experience managing a high-performing team.
• A passion for our mission and a commitment to driving positive change.
• A desire to travel and engage with our communities frequently.

Qualifications

• Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, Life & 401k
• Voluntary AFLAC and More!
• PTO, Paid Holidays, Additional Paid Leave after third consecutive year of employment.
• Site Discounts – 50% reduction in cost to Early Childhood Education and Academy programs immediately upon hire
• Relocation Assistance
• Travel Expense Reimbursement
• Hybrid Capabilities
• Bonus / Incentive Opportunities
• Continuing Education Stipend

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, Life & 401k
• Voluntary AFLAC and More!
• PTO, Paid Holidays, Additional Paid Leave after third consecutive year of employment.
• Site Discounts – 50% reduction in cost to Early Childhood Education and Academy programs immediately upon hire
• Relocation Assistance
• Travel Expense Reimbursement
• Hybrid Capabilities
• Bonus / Incentive Opportunities
• Continuing Education Stipend

Pay

• Details TBD

Schedule

• Details TBD