Chief Development Officer

Grossman Solutions

. Develop and lead a multi-year development strategy driving revenue growth across foundations, major gifts, corporate giving, and digital grassroots campaigns .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a focus on developing multi-channel strategies that drive revenue growth. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, manage major donor relationships, and align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities.

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Nonprofit Fundraising ExperienceSenior Leadership in DevelopmentMajor Gifts and Corporate PartnershipsFundraising Infrastructure DevelopmentTeam Management and Development

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Hard Skills

Revenue Growth StrategyDonor CultivationFundraising CompliancePipeline ManagementPerformance ReportingFinancial PlanningDigital FundraisingInstitutional FundingProspect ResearchStewardship Systems

Soft Skills

Exceptional Interpersonal SkillsCredibility with High-Net-Worth IndividualsCollaborationInclusionAccountability

Industry Keywords

501(c)(3) Entities501(c)(4) EntitiesPolitical OrganizationsAdvocacy OrganizationsAANHPI MovementSocial Justice EcosystemFundraising GoalsRevenue TargetsPhilanthropic TrendsGrassroots Campaigns

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and lead a multi-year development strategy driving revenue growth across foundations, major gifts, corporate giving, and digital grassroots campaigns
Identify and pursue new revenue opportunities, including major donors, corporate giving, and grassroots giving
Partner with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to establish fundraising goals across c3 and c4 entities
Align development strategy with organizational priorities and programmatic impact
Serve as a senior frontline fundraiser managing a portfolio of major donors and prospective supporters
Collaborate with the Executive Director on donor cultivation, solicitation strategy, and stewardship
Build and oversee systems for donor cultivation, pipeline development, segmentation, stewardship, compliance, and reporting
Maintain quality data to inform fundraising and broader organizational strategy
Track development goals and revenue targets with regular forecasts and progress reports for executive leadership
Serve as a key member of NAPAWF’s executive leadership team
Work with Finance and Operations on revenue forecasting, financial planning, and compliance
Collaborate with program and communications leadership on fundraising strategies, communications, and storytelling
Represent NAPAWF at public meetings and events
Assess fundraising needs and build the structure and team needed to achieve fundraising goals
Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing fundraising team
Set performance expectations, provide feedback, and create professional development pathways
Foster inclusion, collaboration, and accountability
Provide strategic oversight of external fundraising consultant partnerships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 15 years’ experience in nonprofit fundraising
At least five years in a senior leadership role overseeing a multi-channel development program
Experience working in political or advocacy organizations preferred
Experience fundraising for organizations operating across 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities
Proven track record diversifying fundraising sources, including major gifts, institutional funding, corporate partnerships, and digital fundraising
Experience cultivating and managing new donors
Experience overseeing a fundraising program of at least $5 million annually
Experience working within the AANHPI movement, broader communities of color, or the social justice ecosystem
Exceptional interpersonal skills and presence, with credibility and comfort engaging high-net-worth individuals, corporate leaders, and private foundations
Strong understanding of the donor landscape and philanthropic trends
Experience building fundraising infrastructure and systems, including prospect research, donor stewardship, pipeline management, and performance reporting
Experience managing and motivating high-performing fundraising teams
Deep commitment to NAPAWF’s mission and values
Ability to travel monthly and as necessary
Experience in political or advocacy organizations preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Fully covered medical and dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents
NAPAWF covers co-pays, deductibles, prescriptions, and coinsurance
Benefits begin on the first day
15 days of vacation in the first year for full-time employees
20 days of sick leave
FSA options
Paid holidays between December 25 and January 1 each year
Fully remote work