Vice President for Philanthropy

We are seeking a talented and motivated leader dedicated to cultivating meaningful donor relationships and securing transformational gifts that expand our campus ministry's reach. If you're a strategic, mission-driven leader and fundraiser with a passion for connecting generosity to Kingdom impact, this is your opportunity to be a part of our team. Come build with us as we transform students to transform the world!

TRANSFORMING THE WORLD

We are a college ministry movement working to see a generation of college students transformed by the power of Jesus Christ and His Gospel, in partnership with the local church, reaching the world for the glory of God.  

THE CCO CALLS COLLEGE STUDENTS TO SERVE JESUS CHRIST WITH THEIR ENTIRE LIVES

1. We share the Gospel with college students and develop passionate disciples of Jesus Christ. 

2. We serve together with the church and invite college students into the loves of local congregations. 

3. We equip college students with a vision for serving Jesus Christ in all of life - in their studies, jobs, communities, and families - during college and after they graduate. 

CCO CORE PURPOSE

Transforming college students to transform the world. 

CCO CORE VALUES

All things belong to God. 

Jesus changes people's lives. 

We love college students. 

We embrace God's multi-ethnic Kingdom. 

Faithfulness is pursued together. 

We celebrate life. 

Purpose of the position: 

• The Vice President for Philanthropy is a full-time position that serves as a strategic partner to the Executive Vice President of Mission Success in accomplishing the overall goals of the philanthropic work of the CCO. This senior-level role will lead the major gifts efforts, focusing exclusively on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding significant philanthropic investments. This role is responsible for developing a personal annual portfolio while also managing a team of Major Gift Officers to drive additional revenue. The successful candidate will help forge new relationships to build the CCO's visibility, impact, and financial resources.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: 
• • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or fundraising certification preferred.
• Experience: 
• • Minimum of 7 years of major gift fundraising experience and managing a donor portfolio of high-capacity givers.
  • Demonstrated success in managing and mentoring fundraising professionals.
  • Experience in faith-based or nonprofit organizations is strongly preferred.

Job Description:

• Manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors, focusing on securing gifts of $10,000+ and achieving a $3 million annual fundraising goal.
• Lead and mentor a team of Major Gift Officers, fostering a high-performing team culture and supporting their fundraising efforts.
• Develop and execute personalized donor strategies, collaborating with leadership, board members, and program staff to identify new prospects and drive engagement.
• Use data-driven methods to track progress, maintain accurate records, and provide regular performance reports to the executive team.
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