What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Advancement Officer: Donor Relations/Development; Fundraising; Development Director position at Corvilla, Inc.?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief Advancement Officer to be responsible for overseeing mission advancement, community and public relations, strategic marketing, special events coordination, Corvilla’s social enterprise, and non-programmatic fundraising activities.
This position is directly responsible for building relationships with prospective community partners and donors, including fostering new donor relationships and maintaining previous benefactors.
SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
· Communicate and meet with current and prospective donors to strengthen relationships.
· Canvas and build relationships with local businesses and proprietors to raise awareness of organization and identify potential partnership opportunities.
· Plan and coordinate special events for community engagement, brand awareness and fundraising.
· Oversee fundraising including donor development, database, and tracking systems.
· Steer corporate marketing and branding, including public relations, print communications and social media reach.
· Supervise and guide the development team, overseeing the execution of their tasks, including: Grant seeking, including research, proposal writing, and reporting requirements, and ensuring consistent engaging social media content.
REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer
DIRECT REPORT(S): Content Creator, Grant Writer, Administrative Assistant
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Strong interpersonal and writing skills.
· Have knowledge and experience in fundraising techniques, particularly major gift fundraising.
· Possess the skills to work with and motivate staff, board members and other volunteers.
· Have the desire to be in the community and build external relationships.
· Be a self-starter and goal driven.
· Be organized and exhibit follow-through on projects and tasks.
· Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense, and good listening ability.
· Bachelor’s degree preferred, with three years minimum experience in fundraising, advancement, strategic marketing and/or nonprofit management.
· CFRE certification is an asset.
· CPR/First Aid Certification required
Join us as our Chief Advancement Officer to lead transformative initiatives that elevate our organization’s impact! Your expertise will help shape a vibrant future built on strategic partnerships, innovative fundraising practices, and meaningful community engagement—all driven by your passion for making a difference in the nonprofit industry.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $80,000