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Chief Development Officer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$135 - $155/hr

Fundraising strategy * Revenue forecasting * Development budget * Department staffing * Donor pipeline strategy * Major gift strategy * Development technology/data strategy * Gift acceptance policies

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What is development and fundraising?

Development and Fundraising professionals are individuals who work to secure financial support for organizations, typically nonprofits or educational institutions. Their primary responsibilities include identifying potential donors, organizing fundraising campaigns and events, writing grant proposals, and cultivating relationships with donors. They play a crucial role in ensuring an organization has the necessary resources to achieve its mission. These professionals often work closely with executive leadership, board members, and marketing teams to develop effective fundraising strategies. Success in this field requires excellent communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in development and fundraising?

To thrive in Development and Fundraising, you need strong relationship-building, communication, and project management skills, often supported by a degree in nonprofit management, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with donor management systems (CRMs), fundraising platforms, and data analysis tools is typically required, along with certifications such as the CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) being advantageous. Persuasive storytelling, networking ability, and resilience are standout soft skills that help secure and maintain donor support. These skills and qualifications are essential for driving organizational growth, ensuring financial sustainability, and building lasting partnerships.

What are some common challenges faced in development and fundraising roles, and how can professionals successfully address them?

A frequent challenge in Development and Fundraising is cultivating and maintaining relationships with donors while balancing multiple fundraising campaigns and deadlines. Professionals must often juggle outreach, stewardship, reporting, and event planning, all while adapting to changing donor interests or economic climates. Successful fundraisers rely on clear communication, strategic planning, and collaboration with program and communications teams to align messaging and ensure donor engagement. Regularly analyzing fundraising data and being adaptable to new strategies also help address these challenges and drive results.

What is the difference between Development And Fundraising vs Grant Writer?

AspectDevelopment And FundraisingGrant Writer
Primary RoleOversees fundraising strategies, donor relations, and campaign managementPrepares grant proposals and manages grant applications
Required SkillsFundraising, relationship building, project managementResearch, writing, compliance understanding
Work EnvironmentNonprofits, charities, educational institutionsNonprofits, research organizations, educational institutions
Common CertificationsFundraising certifications (CFRE), nonprofit managementGrant writing certifications, nonprofit certifications

Development And Fundraising professionals focus on overall fundraising strategies and donor engagement, while Grant Writers specialize in crafting grant proposals to secure specific funding. Both roles are essential in nonprofit sectors but differ in scope and daily tasks.

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Chief Development Officer: Fundraising & Growth Leader (Chandler)

Ne Arc

Chandler, AZ • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 19 hours ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee all development efforts to support Northeast Arc's mission.

  • Manage marketing, public relations, and volunteer services.

  • Support fundraising activities through philanthropy, individual and corporate donors, and events.

Job description

Northeast Arc Names Jansi Chandler Chief Development Officer

Northeast Arc has named Jansi Chandler as Chief Development Officer. Chandler will be responsible for all development efforts to support Northeast Arc’s mission. She will also oversee marketing, public relations, and volunteer services.

Chandler comes to the Northeast Arc from Cardinal Cushing Centers (CCC) where she served as Chief Development Officer for fourteen years. At CCC she was responsible for all fundraising and development for the organization while assisting the CEO in strategic planning and positioning growth for the $40 million nonprofit with 600 employees serving people with intellectual disabilities.

Since 2006, Chandler has been the Director of Development at Grant Communications Consulting Group, an award-winning publishing, public relations and issues management company. Her focus is providing assistance to nonprofit organizations on organizational development, fundraising and strategic planning.

Previously, Chandler served as executive director for the Department of Community Development in Lynn, obtaining $80 million in federal and state funds for housing, community facilities, and economic development programs. She created the Lynn Community Development Housing Corporation which built 100 infill homes to transform Lynn and its neighborhoods as well as creating the Arts and Cultural District including Lynn Arts, Raw Arts, and the Community Minority Cultural Center. Chandler also oversaw the opening of the Small Business Assistance Center, the creation of the position of Small Business Advocate, and the City Hall information booth.

“Jansi is the perfect person to join our team as our new Chief Development Officer,” said Jo Ann Simons, President and Chief Executive Officer, Northeast Arc. “I have known Jansi for a long time and had the pleasure of working with her when I was President and CEO at Cardinal Cushing Centers. I’m very glad that she was available when this position opened up as her experience aligns perfectly with our goal of continuing to grow our fundraising through philanthropy, individual and corporate donors, and events.”

“I’m thrilled to join the leadership team at Northeast Arc. Grant Communications has worked with the organization for many years so I’m very familiar with it,” said Chandler. “I’m excited to work with Jo Ann again and to deepen my relationships with the staff, board, business partners, donors, and most importantly the people served by Northeast Arc.”

Chandler, who lives in Marblehead, earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Connecticut College and a Master of Business Administration degree from Suffolk University. She has received many awards throughout her career, including the Mass Nonprofit Network Excellence Award in Collaboration and the Mass Unsung Heroines Award. She is a former board president at Girls Inc. and Lynn Community Development Corporation and a former board member for Lynn YMCA and Project Cope.

Northeast Arc was founded in 1954 by parents of children with developmental disabilities who wanted to raise their sons and daughters as full members of the community. By having the courage to challenge professionals who told them their children could not be educated and would not live to become adults, these parents created the systems that enabled them to attend public schools, develop friendships, reside in the neighborhoods of their choice and to earn a paycheck. Over the years, our programs have expanded to support children and adults with a broader range of disabilities, including autism and physical disabilities. Today we serve thousands of people in nearly 200 cities and towns across Massachusetts. The goal of the Northeast Arc is to ensure that children and adults with disabilities are able to live, work, engage in civic life and play in the community.

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