Chief Philanthropy Officer
About The Position
The Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO) develops, implements, and manages the Community Food Bank’s overall resource development, institutional advancement, and community engagement strategy. The position supports stakeholders and constituents, current and long-term operating and capital resource-development needs, philanthropic impact as a partner-capacity-building grant-maker, brand positioning and marketing goals, community engagement and volunteerism strategies, and public relations and communications objectives. The CPO may be available for after-hours or weekend work as needed for media response, events, emergency communications, and organizational priorities. The CPO leads fundraising and donor engagement, community advocacy and public presence, marketing and communications, grants, volunteer programs, and donor data functions. The role partners with the CEO, Leadership Team, Board of Directors, staff, and other constituencies to advance the organization’s strategic goals. It also develops philanthropic and advancement leaders and manages the Development, Volunteer & Marketing Department’s budget.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of experience demonstrating competency in comprehensive development programs, community relations, and communications or marketing.
- At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience.
- Seven to 10 years of experience and a demonstrated record of leading teams, managing people, development, delegation, and coaching.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License with a clean driving record and ability to travel to CFB locations.
- Knowledge of fundraising, including development planning, annual giving, and major-gift cultivation and solicitation.
- Knowledge of communications planning, social media, public relations, and volunteer services programs.
- Knowledge of budget development, administration, and staff management.
- Experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model and leading positive change management.
- Collaborative management style and commitment to cross-organization cooperation, CFB’s mission, and developing leaders.
- Ability to travel across CFB’s five-county service area and to state, regional, and national conferences or meetings.
- Ability to work with people from diverse economic, social, and political backgrounds.
- Equivalent education and experience may be considered if directly related to the job’s functions and required knowledge.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s or professional degree or higher education in Non-Profit Management, Social/Human Services, or a related field.
- Experience in a nonprofit organization as a staff member or Board member.
- Experience in organizational development or management.
- Experience in diverse industries, including networked organizations with multiple operating units and diverse alliances and partner organizations.
- Demonstrated experience working with or serving on a nonprofit Board of Directors.
- CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Professional) certification.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Recognition from professional and civic groups for leadership and community impact.
Responsibilities
- Develop and lead the organization’s institutional advancement and resource-development strategies in alignment with its strategic direction and in partnership with the Leadership Team, departmental staff, and other constituencies.
- Ensure resource development, community engagement and volunteerism, marketing, and public relations strategies achieve annual and multi-year objectives supporting current and long-term strategic goals.
- Oversee fundraising activities, including foundation and corporate fundraising, direct mail, special events, and cause-marketing campaigns.
- Partner with the CEO and Board of Directors to build a strong community presence and increase visibility with potential, current, and past donors.
- Identify opportunities and programs to engage new donors, maintain relationships with current and past financial donors, and support the food acquisition team in its efforts with food donors.
- Directly manage a portfolio of major donors and oversee donor portfolio management across the Leadership Team, Development & Marketing Department, program management, and key volunteer leaders.
- Partner with the CEO, Leadership Team, Board of Directors, and public policy advocates to develop and implement strategies that mobilize the community, including elected officials, in support of policies that improve food security for low-income residents in the service area.
- Provide professional expertise to the CEO, Leadership Team, CFB staff, and Board of Directors.
- Oversee public relations and communications, marketing strategies, grant research and preparation, and the volunteer program.
- Oversee the donor database and promote expanded use of donor research and database functionality.
- Develop philanthropic and advancement leaders within the Leadership Team, development and marketing functions, program management, and volunteer leadership.
- Develop and manage the Development, Volunteer & Marketing Department’s budget.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
