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.
Search Chief Development Officer jobs on Ladders to discover senior opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals. Review role expectations, compare opportunities, and find positions where you can lead growth, partnerships, and development strategy.
Chief Fiduciary Officer - Houston, TX
$150K - $180K *
Drive the future of fiduciary excellence by leading a statewide team in trust and estate management, ensuring compliance, and enhancing client experiences while contributing to growth and operational...
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Chief Strategy Officer & Chief of Staff
$150K - $180K *
Lead strategic initiatives and enterprise planning, advising the CEO and Board. Drive alignment across leadership, monitor execution, and evaluate growth opportunities to ensure organizational success...
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Vice President, Community Development Lending
$145K - $170K *
Champion community development lending by managing diverse portfolios, underwriting loans, and expanding relationships with stakeholders to deliver impactful financing solutions for affordable housing...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive impactful fundraising strategies that enhance donor relations, oversee grant applications, and manage communications. Collaborate with leaders to promote the organization’s mission and engage co...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead administrative, fiscal, and compliance functions to enhance workforce services, ensuring effective operations and collaboration across teams while managing data, technology, and policy compliance...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing medium-to-large projects, ensuring they meet business objectives, timelines, and quality standards while delivering impactful results in a dynamic environment...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive innovative technology solutions by leading application development initiatives. Partner closely with healthcare organizations to shape digital strategies, enhance user experiences, and ensure se...
2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Global Sales Development
$150K - $210K *
Lead the charge in building and scaling a global Sales Development team, driving high-quality pipeline, coaching talent, and optimizing sales processes across NAM, EMEA, and APAC for sustained success...
4 weeks ago
$85K - $113K *
Drive major fundraising initiatives by managing donor relationships, strategizing engagement, and securing significant gifts to support institutional priorities and goals...
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Regional Managing Director-WEST
$110K - $130K *
Lead a dynamic team to enhance housing security across multiple markets, driving strategic initiatives, fostering partnerships, and ensuring operational excellence while adapting proven practices to r...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Empower your career with hands-on leadership training in healthcare operations. Gain strategic insights and mentorship to lead a medical transportation team, driving growth and making a meaningful imp...
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Vice President Data & Analytics
$175K - $210K *
Drive Anovo's data and analytics strategy, leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance operational performance and client value through innovative data solutions and AI initiatives, while ensuring dat...
1 week ago
$170K - $185K *
Elevate your career by leading Agile delivery management for large-scale projects. You will oversee technical execution across multiple scrum teams, manage risks, and ensure project commitments align...
3 weeks ago
$170K - $185K *
Join our team to lead technical delivery management for multiple Agile workstreams. You'll coordinate resources, mitigate risks, and ensure successful program execution while collaborating with cross...
3 weeks ago
$75K - $86K *
Unlock major fundraising potential by fostering donor relationships, managing a portfolio and securing gifts of $10K+, while strategizing to meet $750K annual fundraising goals. Play a key role in adv...
4 weeks ago
Sr. Manager, Business Operations
$120K - $150K *
Champion operational excellence by leading a global team, streamlining processes, and managing resource allocation to enhance the efficiency of Business Operations while ensuring high-quality service...
2 weeks ago
Senior Business Development Manager
$90K - $150K *
Shape the future of business development by identifying growth opportunities, managing partnerships, and driving revenue expansion in the biotechnology and diagnostics sector through strategic initiat...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Advance your career by leading data center development projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive operational efficiency, risk management, and timely delivery...
Reposted 3 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in directing fiscal functions and financial strategy, ensuring compliance with laws and standards. Collaborate with leadership to provide critical financial insights for informed decis...
2 weeks ago
$199K - $219K *
Empower your career by leading workforce strategy and culture at a mission-driven organization. Drive talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness while building systems t...
1 week ago
Vice President, Corporate Development
$180K - $210K *
Champion complex M&A transactions from evaluation to integration, collaborating with executives and leading a team of Analysts. Drive strategic value creation while managing relationships and ensuring...
1 week ago
Services Development Manager, Client
$125K - $172K *
Unlock strategic partnerships by translating market insights into impactful services. Drive collaboration across teams to enhance service offerings, ensuring alignment with partner solutions and maxim...
6 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Accelerate your career by leading the design and implementation of secure, scalable Cloud solutions. Drive efficiency and security in DevSecOps processes while collaborating with a dedicated team in a...
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$145K - $175K *
Shape the future of secure cloud solutions as a DevSecOps Engineer Chief, driving automation and security in development processes. Leverage your expertise in Kubernetes and AWS to enhance operational...
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Director of Development - Northern California
$124K - $138K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming donor relationships into impactful support. Lead major gift initiatives, cultivate diverse donor bases, and drive fundraising strategies to enhance communi...
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.