Chief Development Officer

The Zekelman Holocaust Center - Farmington, MI

Hiring: Chief Development Officer Company: The Zekelman Holocaust Center Location: Farmington, MI Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 13:22:56 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office About the job Experience: •15+years of fundraising and development experience with at least five years in a leadership role overseeing operational and performance outcomes. Required Skills: •The HC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. •We value candidates who are community-oriented and civic-minded, and who demonstrate a commitment to serving others. •Be an active participant in the planning and execution of the $100M capital campaign ($60M is already solidified) •Build relationships with existing donors, and be present at events and programs throughout the year •Serve as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to organizational decision-making. •Leadership and Strategy •Lead the day-to-day operations of the Development team to meet or exceed annual revenue targets. •In partnership with the CEO, lead efforts to identify and secure new major individual donors at the seven-figure level. Qualifications: •Strategic Mindset - Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. •Drive Vision and Purpose - Paints a compelling picture of a vision and strategy that motivates others to action •Stakeholder Focus - Building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering targeted solutions •Interpersonal Savvy - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people •Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity •The Chief Development Officer will ideally have 15+years of fundraising and development experience with at least five years in a leadership role overseeing operational and performance outcomes. •A successful track record of soliciting and closing six-figure gifts. •Demonstrated success in implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies that include major and principal giving and foundation support, resulting in a significant increase in resource development and overall funding levels. •Proven ability to effectively motivate, manage and lead cross-functional development team with a coaching mindset, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. •Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively and harmoniously with the senior leadership team, fostering an environment of open communication, trust, and shared goals. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!