Chief Development Officer - Newhouse

The Moran Company is pleased to partner with Newhouse to recruit the organization's next Chief Development Officer (CDO). Newhouse partners with domestic violence survivors to help them rise through the impacts of trauma, providing an ecosystem of transformative services that lead to safety, self-sufficiency, and whole-person healing. Guided by values of survivor-centered innovation, transformation, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and belonging, Newhouse has become one of the region's most innovative organizations serving survivors. Over the past seven years, the organization has increased annual revenue from approximately $2.3 million to $8 million while expanding the number of individuals served by 165%. Newhouse is poised to enter its next transformational chapter: planning a $35 million Community Impact Campus that will redefine comprehensive services for survivors and families.

About the role

Newhouse is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and results-driven Chief Development Officer to lead the organization's fundraising and philanthropic growth during a transformational period of expansion. Reporting directly to the CEO and serving as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CDO will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to accelerate philanthropic growth and advance Newhouse's bold vision for the future. The CDO will serve as the organization's senior fundraising leader, primary major gifts officer, and a trusted thought partner to the CEO.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a comprehensive, multi-year fundraising strategy that supports Newhouse’s growth, advances the $35 million Community Impact Campus, and expands major gifts, annual giving, corporate partnerships, events, sponsorships, planned giving, and donor stewardship.
• Serve as Newhouse’s lead fundraiser and philanthropic ambassador, building strong relationships with donors, foundations, corporate partners, community leaders, volunteers, and board members.
• Lead and develop the fundraising team, oversee development operations and CRM performance, and partner with the Chief Financial Officer on budgets, forecasts, reporting, and accountability.
• Collaborate with marketing and executive leadership to strengthen visibility and support.
• Strengthen relationships, inspire philanthropic investment, and foster a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization.
• Play a central role in advancing Newhouse’s vision for its first-of-its-kind Community Impact Campus by securing philanthropic support and leading innovative fundraising initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least seven years of progressive fundraising or nonprofit development experience.
• Demonstrated success with comprehensive fundraising strategies, major gifts, capital campaigns, events, donor stewardship, and team leadership.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Familiarity with donor CRM platforms.
• Knowledge of the Kansas City philanthropic community.
• Cultural sensitivity.
• Reliable transportation.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Benefits

• 100% of employee health and dental benefits paid by Newhouse.
• 401(k) matching contributions of 4% (following a 90-day qualifying period for enrollment).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Generous PTO package starting at six weeks per year.
• Two-week sabbatical after one year of employment for full-time employees.
• Three hot meals per day provided by an on-staff executive chef (available to shelter staff).

Pay

Salary range is $120,000-$135,000, with eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus.

Schedule

Full-time, exempt position. General schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional weeknights and weekends for events or planning. Newhouse practices a flexible work environment if key objectives are being accomplished.