Description:  Big Brothers Big Sisters of Fresno, Kings and Madera Counties seeks an experienced development professional to serve as lead strategist for agency fund development, assisting the Chief Executive Officer and management team marry a multi-year revenue plan to the agency’s growth agenda.  The CDO will manage the fund development team, and serve as primary staff support (in fund-raising matters) for the chief executive and Board.

Key elements of the agency fund development program include: donor acquisition and fund-raising events; an annual giving program; major gifts from individuals; and corporate and foundation giving.  Supporting elements include donor stewardship; gift entry and acknowledgement; database management; and donor research.

Qualifications:
¨      A bachelor’s degree; 
¨      3-5 years progressively responsible experience in fund development such as annual giving, major gifts, events;
¨      Exceptional presentation and relationship building ability;
¨      Superior oral and written communication skills;
¨      Appreciation and understanding of the vision and mission of BBBS;
¨      Demonstrable personal solicitation success;
¨      Management experience w/ at least 2 direct reports;
¨      Valid US driver’s license and ability and willingness to travel.

Compensation:  Low to mid sixties with full benefits.

Interested candidates should submit a confidential resume with salary history to:  Elena Romero, CEO, BBBS, 905 North Fulton Street, Fresno, CA 93728.

Employer Information:   Big Brothers Big Sisters of Fresno, Kings, and Madera Counties is celebrating 36 years of serving youth in the Central Valley of California.  Recognized as the premier mentoring program for youth, we are part of a national program that served nearly 200,000 youth last year, and currently paving the way for a bold journey to serve one million children nationwide by 2010.