Chief Development Officer
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Organization Overview

Digital NEST provides welcoming, vibrant, technology and learning centers where youth explore their passions, their talents, and their futures. Our members build a foundation of the professional and technical skills and experiences every young person needs to thrive in today's workforce and gain a network of peers and mentors that will guide them throughout their career. Our free, comprehensive programs create ripples of impact in Watsonville, Salinas, Gilroy, Modesto and Stockton that bring prosperity to youth, their families, and entire communities.

Job Overview

The CDO will be the organization's chief fundraiser, relationship-builder, and revenue strategist. The CDO will work directly with the CEO and executive team to develop and lead an ambitious growth strategy to raise both annual and multi-year funding from major donors, corporations, foundations, and government partners. In addition to supervision of the development team, this role will also oversee the marketing and communications department, ensuring that all outward facing communications are aligned with our strategic goals. This is a unique opportunity to step into a mission-driven, entrepreneurial environment, where you'll have a lasting impact on communities for generations to come.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a multi-year, multi-million dollar development strategy aligned with Digital NEST's growth goals.
• Develop and lead a high-performing development team.
• Mentor and coach development staff to foster a culture of fundraising excellence.
• Oversee proposal development, grant management, pipeline building, reporting, and data systems.
• Develop and implement a process and set of criteria for evaluating the pursuit of funding opportunities.

Position Details

Full-time: 100% FTE, Exempt

Compensation Range: $145,000-170,000 annual salary

Benefits Overview: Medical, vision, dental and life insurance, vacation and sick time off, paid federal holidays, and retirement plan (See full job description for more details).

Report to: Chief Executive Officer

Location: This role is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Travel to the Headquarters Office and/or one of our centers is required twice a week.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of senior non-profit management experience with experience in development.
• At least 7 years of experience supervising managerial-level staff and helping them with their professional growth.
• Experience with fundraising databases and technology systems.
• Availability to work and travel occasional nights and weekends.
• Experience directing and overseeing budgetary and financial responsibilities.
• Demonstrated history of success in cultivating and winning high-value donations and grants.
• Self-starter with a high degree of initiative, creativity, and proven ability to work independently.
• Ability to lead and collaborate effectively during times of uncertainty, ambiguity, and rapid change.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor and the ability to use tact and diplomacy when interacting with donors, NEST staff, clients, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Passion for the mission of Digital NEST and belief in upholding the organization's core values.
• Understanding of and sensitivity to issues of culture/ethnicity/race, gender, sexual identity, class/SES, and immigration status.
• Ability to be an ally to people of color, women and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer, questioning, and intersex individuals and their allies (LGBTQIA).
• Able to travel and work evenings or weekends occasionally, or as needed.

Note: The job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion and passing of a background check.

Benefits Summary

• 100% Agency Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for the employee
• SIMPLE IRA Retirement Benefit with up to 3% employer match
• 15 Paid Vacation Days for Full-time Employees (Director and Chief positions)
• 13 Paid Holidays Annually Plus Business closure/holiday the week between Christmas Day and New Years Day
• Paid Sick Time Off
• Annual Parking Permit
• Professional Development
• Flexible Work Schedule

Digital NEST, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital NEST is also committed to an inclusive experience for all applicants and will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations in the interview process, to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please refer to our career page for more information on how to apply for reasonable accommodations.

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