Fresh Air Fund

Chief Development and Communications Officer

New York City, New York (hybrid) · Exec

Sponsorship not specified$240k-$255kDetected 89 days ago

Strategic CommunicationsCRMRecruitingLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

About the role

Youth also participate in year-round leadership, career exploration, and educational programs.
In its nearly 150-year history, the Fresh Air Fund has served more than 1.8 million children and unlocks the limitless potential of thousands of New York City children annually through its transformative summer experiences and programs.

Partner with the CEO to translate organizational priorities into compelling funding opportunities
Collaborate with the Board to maximize their role in fundraising, supporting individual and collective goals, and leading the Development Committee in maximizing results
Lead, inspire, and mentor a talented development and communications team, which includes 5 direct reports and 13 total staff
Set clear performance expectations, establish and maintain strong KPI practices, provide consistent feedback, and build professional development pathways that attract and retain top talent
Build systems and processes that support a culture of accountability and results orientation
Partner with the CEO and Board on donor cultivation, solicitation strategy, and stewardship, helping them to prepare, position, and follow through on solicitations

10+ years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience overseeing a development program
Demonstrated track record of directly soliciting and closing major gifts at the 6-figure level and above
Experience in leading communications or a deep understanding of how communications can successfully work in concert with development
Experience partnering with a CEO or Executive Director in preparing them for fundraising solicitations and follow-up
Proven success leading, coaching, and mentoring teams, including building culture and managing performance
Commitment to leading by example, including demonstrating and fostering a strong sense of urgency, accountability, and sound decision-making to achieve goals
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build genuine relationships with donors, board members, and colleagues
A data-informed mindset with comfort using KPIs and performance data to drive accountability and decision-making
Deep belief in the power of equitable access to the outdoors and youth development, and a genuine connection to the mission of The Fresh Air Fund

At six sleepaway camps in New York's Mid-Hudson Valley, children have new experiences, learn new skills, and gain new perspectives.

The salary range for this position is $240,000 - $255,000 annually.
We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations, and communities to apply.
The Fresh Air Fund has retained the Orr Group to conduct this search.
Please direct all inquiries, interest, and nominations to the Orr Group search team.
Vice President
jbryan@orrgroup.com

Foster alignment across the team by clearly communicating vision, priorities, and progress so that every member is working toward shared goals with clarity and confidence

The Fresh Air Fund is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring, and dedicated to diversity in its work and on its staff.

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