Development and Fundraising
Chief Development Officer
The Organization:
At CrossPurpose, we believe in being all-in, putting down deep roots in a community, and loving neighbors even when it costs us. We believe in telling people the truth, even when it hurts. These are just some of our values, and we take them very seriously. CrossPurpose is a faith-based organization affiliated with Providence Bible Church, and we believe that the non-profit organization, working in tandem with the local church, most fully reflects God’s kingdom. As an employee of CrossPurpose, you will be joining a Christian community on a mission to abolish all forms of poverty in Denver. If you are just interested in a job, this opportunity is not for you. If you are looking for a way to live out your purpose, read on. We actively strive for diversity in our workforce. To learn more about who we are and what we do, check out https://www.crosspurpose.org/about-us/.
CrossPurpose has been selected as one of 2021, 2022, and 2023’s Best Places to Work by the Denver Business Journal!
The Position:
This position will be responsible for raising operational funds and growth capital for a growing multi-million dollar nonprofit through major gifts, grants, and corporate sponsorships. In addition, this individual will manage a fundraising team to meet annual revenue goals and will provide executive-level leadership, specializing in strategic growth planning and long-term organizational financial security.
Department: Development
Supervisor: CrossPurpose President
Direct Reports: Up to 6
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for raising 30-50% of the annual organizational operating budget through personal fundraising, a major gifts team, grants, corporate sponsorships, and communications.
- Identify and address development issues that affect the well-being and efficacy of the organization.
- Manage and grow a fundraising team to achieve fundraising goals and produce efficient and effective outcomes for scale.
- Promote and secure long-term financial security for the organization through multi-year requests and the creation and implementation of a planned giving strategy.
- Actively pursue new funding opportunities for the organization.
- Retain and increase giving from existing donors.
- Manage our grant writing programs and services, as well as any accompanying fundraising service providers.
- Assist the Chief Executive Officer in the strategic planning and execution of the Endowment.
- Forecast revenue trends and problem-solve early to maintain a healthy cash flow.
- Collaborate with other members of the Executive Team to ensure organizational direction and cohesion.
- Establish performance measures, monitor results, and evaluate the effectiveness of the fund development program.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree required.
- Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership/Business or related field preferred.
- At least 10 or more years of nonprofit fundraising with major gift experience is required.
- Strong experience in departmental leadership is required.
- Strong experience in executive leadership is highly preferred.
- Experience utilizing SalesForce and DonorSearch software to optimize donor cultivation and relations.
- Strong relational connections within Denver’s philanthropic community are highly preferred.
- Strong verbal communication skills with a focus on fundraising and personal donor relations.
- Organized, must be excellent with follow-up and follow-through with individuals and initiatives.
- Ability to work and lead well in a team environment.
- Ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and lead an outcomes-oriented team.
- Ability to become proficient quickly in Google G Suite and other software.
- Deep passion for the CrossPurpose mission and values.
- Passionate leader in the Christian faith.
- Experience working in low-income communities preferred.
- Deep commitment to addressing issues of social injustice.
- Broad connections among communities of color preferred
Employees must provide a working laptop (PC preferred) and smartphone.
Salary + Benefits:
Hours: 40 hours/week: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, occasional other hours as scheduled. 2025
Base Salary: $150,000 – $180,000 Annually (Executive III)
Vacation: 25 days per year, plus the office is closed Christmas Day – New Year’s Day, and staff have limited duties
Sick Days: 6 days per year
Insurance Benefits: Health, dental, vision, workers compensation, unemployment, short-term disability, long-term disability
These and other benefits are discussed in more detail in our Employee Handbook.
To Apply: ally.tedrow@matchstick.is