Position Summary
Salary: $138,800.00 – $143,800.00
At Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia (“HFHP”), we are builders who work alongside, not for others. We are driven by accountability and defined by our stick-to-itiveness.
Reporting directly to the CEO and serving as a member of the Leadership Team, the Chief Development Officer (CDO) will partner closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and Leadership Team to drive a comprehensive advancement strategy that strengthens philanthropic revenue, deepens donor engagement, elevates organizational visibility, and supports Habitat Philadelphia’s long-term strategic priorities.
The CDO is both strategic and hands-on leader who can architect sophisticated fundraising systems and campaigns while also building authentic relationships with donors, corporate partners, volunteers, and community stakeholders. This role requires a passionate, emotionally intelligent leader skilled in people management, strategic planning, and risk mitigation.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising and advancement strategy aligned with Habitat Philadelphia’s strategic goals.
- Implement diversified fundraising strategies to attract, retain, and motivate donors and volunteers.
- Ensure fundraising alignment with organizational values and strategic plans.
- Build fundraising infrastructure, team, systems, accountability measures, and performance metrics that support long-term sustainability and growth.
- Foster a culture of philanthropy across the organization.
- Monitor trends in philanthropy and recommend policy positions.
- Represent Habitat Philadelphia externally with donors, civic leaders, corporate partners, volunteers, and community stakeholders.