Chief Development Officer
- Posted
- 29 days ago
- Employment type
- Full-Time
- Location
- Los Angeles
- Closing date
About this organization
YWCA Greater Los Angeles is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. YWCA Greater Los Angeles provides direct services, empowerment programming, and advocacy to support marginalized individuals and families, especially women and girls of color, while working to challenge structural barriers to equity.
About this job
Make a Lasting Impact in Los Angeles
YWCA Greater Los Angeles (GLA) is looking for an experienced, strategic, and passionate Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead our
fundraising efforts and secure transformational investments that support equity, justice, and empowerment for women and communities
across LA.
As a member of our Executive Leadership Team, the CDO will drive our revenue strategy, expand philanthropic partnerships, and lead a talented development team to advance the goals of our 2024–2029 Strategic Plan.
Roles & responsibilities
In This Role, You Will:
- Develop and execute a multi-year fundraising plan aligned with organizational priorities
- Secure major gifts ($250K–$1M+), foundation and corporate grants, and high-impact annual gifts
- Lead our new signature event, YHER (Honor, Elevate, Respect), and other donor-focused experiences
- Expand the Justice For Her Giving Circle to 100+ annual contributors
- Oversee all aspects of grants management, donor relations, and stewardship
- Build and coach a high-performing fundraising team
- Partner with the CEO and Board to deepen donor relationships and drive transformational giving
Position Details
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Salary Range: $152,692 – $175,000
Schedule: Full-time; evenings/weekends as needed for events
This is not a remote position.
Be Part of Something Bigger
Join a legacy organization that’s reimagining equity and empowerment in Los Angeles. Help us drive social change and secure a more just future.
Qualifications
We're Looking For:
- 10+ years of progressive nonprofit fundraising leadership
- Proven success in securing major gifts and managing complex fundraising strategies
- Expertise in grant writing and donor engagement
- Strong communication skills (natural storyteller)
- A strategic, data-informed mindset
- Commitment to social justice, equity, and the YWCA mission