Center for Adoption Support and Education

The Chief Development officer scope of responsibilities encompass all aspects of fundraising and development operations, including but not limited to corporate and foundation giving, individual and major donor giving, planned to give, event planning and implementation, constituent relationship management, donor cultivation, board development, and strategic partnership.. Implements, coordinates, and manages all fundraising activities including corporate and foundation giving, individual donor giving, direct mail, annual giving, capital campaigns and endowments, special events, and other solicitations.. A minimum of 10 years of demonstrated proven success as a senior level fundraising professional experienced in prospecting, cultivating, asking and closing foundation, corporate, individual and major gifts in the non-profit sector.. Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Government Affairs, Business Management or related fields with exposure to non-profit organizations is required.. Keen non-profit business acumen including, but not limited to operations of programmatic and fiscal business planning and program/product development, skilled in development program and fundraising research and evaluation.

chief development officer

About the Organization:
Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) is a national leader in mental health services for the adoption, foster, and kinship care community We envision a world where every child and family connected to adoption, foster, and kinship care thrives, embracing our individual and collective diversity. We improve the well-being and permanence of children and their families by delivering adoption competent mental health services, training a national network of professionals, and informing the field through research and advocacy.
For over 25 years, C.A.S.E. has combined best practices and innovation to provide specialized individual and family therapy, psychiatric services and support groups, education and training. We have become a local, national, and international resource for adoptive, kinship and foster families and the professionals who support them. C.A.S.E. set out in 2021 on a new strategic direction to grow our clinical and training programs into a National Demonstration & Teaching Clinic and Knowledge Center. It is an exciting time as we grow our evidenced-based adoption competent clinical model and our accredited, award-winning training programs nationwide.
C.A.S.E has an annual budget of 12.8 million and a staff of 60+ employees.
About the Position:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chief Development Officer to lead our fundraising and development efforts. The Chief Development Officer will play a key role in driving revenue growth, building relationships with donors and partners, and advancing our mission of supporting families, children, and communities through adoption, education, foster care, and mental health initiatives.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Chief Development Officer provides the vision and leadership to lead efforts to support the organization’s growth and expansion both locally and nationally. The Chief Development officer scope of responsibilities encompass all aspects of fundraising and development operations, including but not limited to corporate and foundation giving, individual and major donor giving, planned to give, event planning and implementation, constituent relationship management, donor cultivation, board development, and strategic partnership. Serves as member of the senior management team working collaboratively with the CEO and other leaders to develop and implement strategic plan and vision.
This is a full-time, exempt hybrid position. On-site two (2) days per week, Burtonsville, MD, office.
Note: May require evening hours. Must occasionally attend specific agency functions in the evening and/or on weekends.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
FUNDRAISING
Collaborates with the senior management team to align fundraising goals with organizational priorities and strategic initiatives.
Manages expense budgets for all fundraising efforts.
Implements, coordinates, and manages all fundraising activities including corporate and foundation giving, individual donor giving, direct mail, annual giving, capital campaigns and endowments, special events, and other solicitations.
Cultivates, stewards, and manages individual donor relations maintaining an active portfolio of qualified donors and prospects.
Develops and implements major gifts and planned giving programs.
Monitors and analyzes fundraising data to track progress, identify opportunities for growth, and make strategic decisions.
Conducts research on individual, corporate, foundation and individual prospects.
Provides leadership for donor cultivation, including the scheduling of meetings and preparation of correspondence and proposals. Coordinates the production of a range of donor solicitation materials.
Manages donor acknowledgement letters and appreciation activities.
Attends meetings with prospective donors in conjunction with CEO, and Board of Directors.
Develops fundraising materials including direct mail, electronic and print donor focused communications.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Works with the Development Committee of The Board of Directors and CEO to develop strategies that engage Directors in meeting the organizations fundraising.
Participates in quarterly Board of Directors meetings preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as requested by the CEO and Board.
Participates in Board Finance Committee meetings as requested.
Develops materials for fundraising outreach activities for Board members.
Trains Board members in donor cultivation and stewardship
DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT
Manages the day-to-day operations of development function, monitors adequacy of activities through coordination with staff, committees and Board of Directors.
Lead and manages development team to enhance productivity and performance.
Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, maintains accountability standards to donors and ensures compliance with the code of ethical principles and standards of professional conduct of fundraising executives.
Knowledge and understanding of fundraising and donor databases.
Prepares fund/development annual budget and program analysis.
Supervises the administration tracking systems to support all development projects, operations and reports.
Manages pledge reminder and acknowledgement programs.
Prepares Annual Report
PROMOTES THE ORGANIZATON
Fosters a culture of philanthropy within the organization.
Works closely with Marketing and Communications to develops a comprehensive communication plan to promote the organization to its donors and maximize public awareness of the fundraising activities of the organization.
Coordinates with the Director of Marketing the design, printing and distributions of marketing and communications materials for development efforts.
Builds relationships with community stakeholders to advance the mission and fundraising goals of the organization.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develops, interprets, and administrates policies, procedures and practices related to the directorship of Development and communicates to appropriate audience as needed.
Attends, leads and constructively contributes to a variety and internal and external meetings such as: management meetings, staff meetings, etc.
Keeps abreast of and maintains expertise on issues related to fundraising and development in the non-profit arena.
Performs other related duties as may be required.
A minimum of 10 years of demonstrated proven success as a senior level fundraising professional experienced in prospecting, cultivating, asking and closing foundation, corporate, individual and major gifts in the non-profit sector.
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Government Affairs, Business Management or related fields with exposure to non-profit organizations is required. Additional certification in fundraising a plus. Masters Preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Proven leadership, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills including management and hands-on experience in fundraising and business development.
Proven track record of successfully meeting fundraising goals and building relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
Keen non-profit business acumen including, but not limited to operations of programmatic and fiscal business planning and program/product development, skilled in development program and fundraising research and evaluation.
Familiarity with the field of adoption and mental health service delivery to guide fundraising and development needs.
Demonstrated success working with a cross functional team composed of both internal and external members Ability to cultivate and maintain existing relationships.
Demonstrated ability in developing and maintaining productive working relationships with board members, donors and other organizational stakeholders.
Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and presentation skills including ability to influence and engage in a wide range of donors.
Possesses a high degree of passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, and is mission-driven and self-directed. Strong commitment to the mission and vision of the agency’s values, mission and vision.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission -driven environment.
Maintains high standard of confidentiality at all times.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary: $155k-160k
Benefits: Competitive benefits including medical, sick leave and vacation, 403(B) retirement, flexible hours.
Please submit a resume and cover letter via email to careers@adoptionsupport.org and state Chief Development Officer in the subject line.
C.A.S.E. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color religion, gender (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Emboldened by the core belief that all children deserve a safe, loving, permanent home and dedicated to providing inclusive, family-focused services, CASE draws on expertise, research, and lived experience to innovate and pay it forward by educating and empowering others. Together we commit to work both internally and externally with Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, and Innovation. We are committed to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI). We demonstrate and uphold these values by providing an environment that draws on the contributions and strengths of our diverse staff, partners, clients, and communities.
C.A.S.E. maintains a drug-free workplace. C.A.S.E. participates in E-Verify.


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