Explore Chief Development Officer jobs for experienced leaders ready to shape organizational growth, revenue strategy, and long-term development. CDOs build and lead initiatives that expand an organization’s reach, strengthen partnerships, and create sustainable funding or business opportunities. Browse vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
A Chief Development Officer sets the strategy for organizational development and turns high-level goals into measurable results. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on fundraising and philanthropy, business development, strategic partnerships, or market expansion. CDOs typically work with executive teams and boards, oversee development staff, manage major stakeholder relationships, and track performance against growth targets.
Employers often seek senior professionals with a record of delivering growth and leading teams. Requirements vary by industry and whether the position centers on nonprofit development, commercial growth, or partnerships. Common qualifications include extensive relevant experience, strong financial and strategic planning skills, executive communication, and the ability to build trusted relationships. Some roles prefer an advanced degree or specialized experience in areas such as major-gift fundraising, corporate partnerships, or business development.
Compensation for CDO roles varies based on organization size, sector, location, and scope of responsibility. Many opportunities offer executive-level compensation, and Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Experienced development leaders may progress to broader executive roles, including chief executive, chief operating, or other enterprise leadership positions.
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Chief Development Officer (CDO)
$250K - $280K *
Champion a robust development strategy that secures major gifts, diversifies revenue, and enhances the organization’s long-term financial sustainability through relationship-building and donor engagem...
1 month ago
$180K - $210K *
Elevate the impact of data-driven insights in health policy by leading analytics, governance, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance population health outcomes through innovati...
6 days ago
Chief Development Officer (F/T, remote)
$120K - $150K *
Empower change by leading strategic fundraising efforts! As a vital team architect, you'll cultivate relationships, drive grant strategies, and shape a culture of philanthropy that fuels innovative jo...
4 weeks ago
Chief Development Officer (CDO) - Loyola Medicine (IL/IN)
$160K - $200K *
Drive strategic philanthropy initiatives to elevate fund development efforts, collaborating with senior leaders to secure major gifts and enhance donor engagement across multiple healthcare entities...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead high-level fundraising and strategic partnerships to drive investor engagement and revenue growth for a mission-driven organization. Shape the future of the Indy region through innovative account...
Reposted today
$110K - $130K *
Lead strategic fundraising initiatives to secure vital resources, enhance organizational visibility, and foster a culture of philanthropy. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive revenue growth and ens...
Yesterday
$200K - $220K *
Transform the future of revenue generation by leading strategic initiatives, building donor relationships, and enhancing brand visibility. Drive diversified funding streams while fostering a culture o...
3 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Drive the development strategy for a national hyperscale data center platform, overseeing site selection, land acquisition, and project readiness. Lead a multidisciplinary team to advance complex infr...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Champion data-driven public health initiatives by leading agency-wide strategies, enhancing data management, and fostering collaboration to improve health outcomes and equity across the District...
5 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team to lead strategic growth initiatives, overseeing real estate, construction, and market expansion for a rapidly growing fitness brand. Drive development projects from inception to s...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Engage with donors and stakeholders to drive fundraising initiatives, manage grant writing, and enhance community partnerships. Oversee campaigns and communications to support strategic growth and com...
2 weeks ago
Chief Innovation Officer (CIO)
$180K - $220K *
Drive enterprise innovation and technology strategy to enhance federal market growth. Lead emerging tech investments, oversee R&D, and develop solutions that strengthen competitive positioning and del...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the management of CDFI Fund programs, ensuring efficient administration, developing policies, and evaluating program effectiveness while mentoring staff to enhance community development initiativ...
1 week ago
Director of Mission Advancement
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in building philanthropic support through strategic donor engagement, major gifts development, and capital campaign initiatives. Collaborate with leadership and community stakeholders...
1 week ago
Vice President and Chief Development Officer
$120K - $150K *
Innovate fundraising strategies to enhance philanthropic engagement across a four-museum system. Lead development initiatives, manage relationships, and drive operational efficiency to achieve ambitio...
3 weeks ago
Director of Development Operations (Full Time, Remote)
$95K - $145K *
Lead the charge in optimizing development operations, overseeing grant management, and enhancing donor engagement. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and elevate fundraising strategie...
6 days ago
Director of Development Operations (Full Time, Remote)
$95K - $145K *
Champion the strategic vision for Development Operations, overseeing grant management and donor data optimization. Lead a team, ensure compliance, and enhance fundraising efforts while collaborating c...
6 days ago
$80K - $88K *
Unlock your potential as a Development Manager, driving donor engagement and fundraising initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance donor systems, manage campaigns, and create impactful materials...
1 week ago
Director of Technology & Operations
$125K - $150K *
Oversee technology strategy and operations, ensuring a secure, responsive environment that meets diverse family needs while fostering leadership and operational excellence across all supported locatio...
2 weeks ago
Chief Financial and Operating Officer
$195K - $226K *
Transform operations at a strategic level by leading finance, HR, and IT. Drive organizational alignment, enhance systems, and foster a high-performance culture while managing key relationships and en...
1 week ago
Development Officer - Community Engagement
$80K - $90K *
Engage with Jewish communities to cultivate donor relationships and drive fundraising efforts. This role blends outreach, event planning, and donor engagement to develop a vital fundraising channel on...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Chief Development Officer/Foundation Director
$80K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative fundraising strategies and cultivating meaningful donor relationships to enhance educational access and community partnerships. Drive the Spoon River College Fou...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in driving strategic growth, partnerships, and revenue for a mission-driven organization focused on global development, leveraging deep expertise to realize ambitious funding goals and...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Join a team that's poised for transformative growth by spearheading revenue strategies and strategic partnerships. Shape RTV's future with an innovative approach while engaging sophisticated funders a...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead fundraising initiatives, cultivate donor relationships, and drive revenue growth. Play a key role in achieving organizational goals through strategic planning and effec...
2 weeks ago
What is a Chief Development Officer?
A Chief Development Officer is an executive who leads an organization’s development strategy. Depending on the employer, that can include fundraising, revenue growth, business development, strategic partnerships, or organizational expansion.
What does a Chief Development Officer do?
A CDO sets development goals, identifies growth and funding opportunities, builds relationships with key stakeholders, leads relevant teams, and reports results to executive leadership or a board.
What qualifications are needed for a Chief Development Officer job?
Qualifications vary by sector, but employers commonly look for substantial experience in development, fundraising, business growth, or partnerships; a record of leadership; strategic and financial skills; and strong communication. Some roles require an advanced degree or specialized expertise.
How much do Chief Development Officers earn?
CDO compensation varies by organization, industry, location, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior leadership opportunities.
Where can I find Chief Development Officer jobs?
You can browse Chief Development Officer openings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.