The client is seeking a Chief Growth Officer (CGO) to join their team as part of a strategic investment in a newly aligned marketing-communications and development business unit. This position is integral to optimizing the integration of these public-facing functions, with the goal of driving sustainable growth and expanding the organization's impact. The CGO will report directly to the President & CEO and is tasked with increasing revenue and engagement, leading a team that includes senior staff such as the Vice President of Corporate Partnerships and the Vice President of Marketing and Communications. The role focuses on enhancing external engagement, advancing the public presence of the organization, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability through innovative, data-driven strategies.
The CGO will be pivotal in driving initiatives aimed at unlocking the organization's potential in individual and major gifts, thereby structuring a seamless donor experience with clear pathways for increased investment. Responsibilities include managing digital platforms for public engagement, developing a compelling case for support, and adopting best-in-class fundraising strategies and technologies, including artificial intelligence. This role emphasizes branding and storytelling that highlights the organizationﾒs commitment to community and environmental stewardship, while fostering a technology-enabled fundraising engine and diversified revenue sources.
Candidates ideally will possess a deep passion for the mission, combined with comprehensive experience in fundraising, marketing, digital/web, and social media. Essential qualifications include a minimum of ten years in progressively responsible leadership roles, with a proven track record in leading multi-channel fundraising strategies within complex environments. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience in major gift cultivation and stewardship and demonstrate expertise in modern fundraising principles that integrate diverse giving programs. Proficiency in marketing technologies and digital fluency, as well as skills in storytelling and social media content development, are also key requirements for this position.