Chief Development Officer
Kesem
Remote
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
Description
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Kesem in the search for a Chief Development Officer. This is a unique opportunity to lead the rebuilding of Kesem’s fundraising momentum post-pandemic by strengthening fundraising strategy, stewardship, systems, operations, and long-term development capability, with the goal of growing national office fundraising revenue from $3.3 million to more than $5 million. Kesem has a new Strategic Plan with the ambition to grow impact by 50% in 3 years and is investing to change the trajectory of its growth through program innovation.
The Chief Development Officer will be a dynamic and influential part of a new executive leadership team eager for growth and innovation who can realize immediate opportunities with donor retention and alumni and family engagement. Kesem was established in 2000 to serve a unique and underserved population – children impacted by a parent or guardian’s cancer.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Development Officer will lead Kesem's national fundraising efforts. In partnership with the Chief Executive Officer and leadership team, the Chief Development Officer will create a comprehensive fundraising strategy, transform the department into a world-class fundraising operation, and oversee development initiatives that will resource the growth of Kesem programs into its next 25 years of serving children.
The Chief Development Officer will serve as a key external-facing representative of the organization and fundraising partner to the Chief Executive Officer, responsible for contributions from individuals, corporations, foundations, events, and fundraising campaigns. They will be expected to significantly grow Kesem’s national fundraising strategy, capability, and revenue over time, in addition to supporting the growth of fundraising potential for its 100+ chapters.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree and at least ten years of fundraising experience, specifically in major gifts and individual giving, is preferred for this position. Kesem will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds.
If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to Kesem, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Kesem and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus.
Salary Range and Employee Benefits
The salary range for this position is $155,000 to $190,000 annually.
Kesem is committed to supporting its staff with comprehensive benefits and incentives including partially subsidized health insurance; vision and dental Insurance plan options; health savings account or flexible spending account with employer contribution; dependent care flexible spending account; employee assistance program (EAP); healthcare concierge service; wellness reimbursement; cellular phone provided or partially reimbursed; paid time off (vacation, personal, sick leave, holidays, birthdays, trade days); 403(b) retirement fund; and professional development.
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About the Organization
Kesem was established in 2000 to serve a unique and underserved population – children impacted by a parent or guardian’s cancer. Today, Kesem is the largest national organization serving these children ages six to 18, with over 115 Kesem chapters in 41 states and the District of Columbia. Kesem’s flagship program, Camp Kesem, provides an experience for these children to be children and build bonds with other children and college student leaders who understand what they are going through. Kesem mobilizes to support children impacted by a parent’s cancer. Kesem recruits diverse student leader volunteers from college campuses across the country to lead local Kesem chapters.
With oversight and guidance from Kesem, these talented and committed leaders work year-round to deliver programming and services. Kesem provides college chapter members with ongoing leadership development training and support. These students are responsible for nearly every aspect of their chapter management. The delivery of Kesem’s free annual summer program, Camp Kesem, and year-round services requires students to build strategic plans, recruit and train professional volunteers, facilitate family and community outreach, and fundraise to cover all costs. Kesem also provides ongoing mission connection. After leaving college, Kesem provides new opportunities for graduates (referred to as Kesem Alumni) to support children affected by a parent’s cancer. These engagements allow them to share their Kesem and professional expertise, volunteer in the field, and support organizational priorities.
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