Vice President, Development

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in fundraising, development, or revenue-generating leadership roles within social impact, philanthropy, or adjacent sectors. Demonstrated track record of raising $10M–$30M annually, including personally closing six- and seven-figure gifts. Strategic Fundraising Leadership: Ability to set and deliver on ambitious revenue goals, evaluate ROI, and translate vision into actionable plans. Team Empowerment: Demonstrated ability to inspire, mentor, and equip a development team. Stakeholder Engagement: Executive presence and interpersonal skills to partner effectively with senior leadership and donors. Pipeline Development: Strong prospecting and cultivation skills with an entrepreneurial mindset. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Experience breaking down silos and aligning fundraising with organizational priorities. Equity & Values Alignment: Deep commitment to equity and social justice. Communication: Exceptional written and verbal skills.

Partner with CEO and President to set revenue goals and align fundraising priorities. Collaborate with senior leaders and Board to foster a culture of philanthropy. Represent Echoing Green externally as a visible ambassador. Define and implement a comprehensive development strategy to raise $20M+ annually. Personally close six- and seven-figure gifts from various funding streams. Build and steward a diverse funding pipeline through individual giving programs and donor relationship deepening. Evaluate the ROI of fundraising activities. Lead, mentor, and inspire the Development team. Foster a culture of creativity, resilience, and accountability within the team. Strengthen collaboration and efficiency by breaking down silos. Support professional growth and team capacity development. Serve as a trusted partner to the CEO. Act as a key touch point for the Board. Engage top funders and high-level stakeholders. Strengthen stewardship practices to ensure donors and partners feel valued.