Chief Philanthropy Officer

Job Title:

Chief Philanthropy Officer

Reports To:

Chief Executive Officer

FLSA Status:
Full-time, Salaried Exempt

Salary Range: $150,000 to $200,000 DOE

Job Location:

Remote – must be in California (works from home with required travel)

California CASA Association (CA CASA) seeks a full-time, dynamic, and experienced Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO) who shares our commitment to securing the financial resources necessary to expand Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer services to youth in the California foster care and juvenile justice systems, and to advancing equity and inclusion within the communities we serve. The CPO reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and oversees a talented team of 4 professionals with expertise in philanthropy, grants, database management, and marketing & communications.

The ideal candidate works independently and collaboratively and is a strategic thinker with a track record of successful fundraising for nonprofit organizations. They will bring a passion for service, a learning mindset, and the ability to effectively manage tight deadlines while multitasking. In addition to fundraising for CA CASA’s operational needs, the CPO and the Philanthropy team will help support the statewide CASA network by providing fundraising counsel as needed.

The CPO at California CASA will bring an open mind, entrepreneurial spirit, and a willingness to learn from others. They will be a servant-leader, energetic, diplomatic, adaptable, and humble, and will have a good sense of humor. CA CASA is committed to creating an inclusive environment and values the unique perspectives that individuals from diverse backgrounds bring to our team. We encourage qualified applicants of all experiences and backgrounds to apply.

Association, founded in 1987, is part of a national volunteer movement supporting the needs and well-being of children and youth in foster care. Today, CASA is one of the largest volunteer opportunities in the country, with more than 900 individual CASA programs nationwide in 49 states. The organization currently has a staff of 14 and a 17-member Board of Directors who represent all areas of the state and are committed to the cause of CASA.

Our mission, vision, and values are articulated here. For further information about our programs and impact, please refer to our FY Impact Report (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

• Lead strategy and implementation to ensure that CA CASA’s short- and long-term fundraising goals ($3,000,000 to $3,500,000 annually) are achieved through multiple approaches to diverse donors.
• Create an annual written fundraising plan that is clear in its objectives, goals, target audiences, timelines, and assignment of responsibilities.
• Lead the Philanthropy team to meet or exceed fundraising goals. Hire, develop, supervise, coach, and evaluate team members and create a supportive, goal-oriented, productive work culture based on CA CASA’s organizational values. Set clear, measurable goals and regularly evaluate team performance. Provide effective coaching, supportive feedback, and performance evaluations. Ensure that team members develop the technical abilities, leadership, and skills they need to be successful and grow in their professions.
• Build and maintain a portfolio of top individual, foundation, and corporate donors and prospects; develop and implement strategies for engagement and increased giving.
• Play key role with senior leadership in developing and funding long-term and strategic fundraising initiatives including major state appropriations, and overseeing creation of proposals, participating in writing/editing as needed.
• Advise the CEO on strategic, high-priority relationship-building and fundraising opportunities; ensuring effective use of the CEO’s time.
• Supervise and lead an effective Institutional Grants strategy with private foundations and corporations. Supervise grant writing and grants administration; as needed, edit, and approve written grant materials, and occasionally contribute to…