Chief Development Officer - SRI Executive

About the role

Orbis International, an international nonprofit building sustainable eye care systems, is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead its global fundraising and resource mobilization strategy. The CDO leads fundraising and revenue-generating activities in the US and internationally, covering major gifts, mass market, foundations, corporate partnerships, events and development operations, with a focus on unrestricted revenue and expanding revenue channels globally. The role is full-time, reports to the CEO and spans the globe.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of a global development strategy covering major gifts, individual giving, mass market, foundations, corporate partnerships and events, and diversify revenue streams across the US and internationally.
• Partner with the Chief Program Officer to align private fundraising with multilateral and institutional grant priorities, and coordinate with global affiliates and country offices.
• Advise the CEO and Board on fundraising priorities, pipeline and trends, and support board engagement including the Annual Gala and personal giving.
• Oversee development operations, donor management systems, reporting, analytics and data-driven decision-making, and lead investment in fundraising technology.
• Build and mentor a global development team, set goals and performance metrics, and represent Orbis externally to donors, partners and stakeholders.

Required profile

• 15+ years of progressive development experience, including senior executive experience in multi-channel fundraising.
• Deep knowledge of the US development landscape and proven international fundraising experience.
• Experience leading major gifts, individual giving, mass market, foundations, corporate partnerships, events and development operations.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in fundraising, business or a related field preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally about 25%.

Required skills

• Multi-channel fundraising strategy and revenue diversification.
• CRM, analytics and fundraising technology.
• Team leadership and mentoring in complex, international or matrixed organizations.