National Psoriasis Foundation · 1 week ago
Chief Development Officer
Alexandria, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expThe National Psoriasis Foundation is a forward-looking organization dedicated to improving the lives of those with psoriatic disease. The Chief Development Officer will lead the revenue generation strategy, cultivate partnerships, and drive fundraising efforts to ensure the Foundation's long-term financial sustainability and national influence.
Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMedicalWellness
Responsibilities
Design and lead an ambitious, future-focused fundraising growth strategy that includes major gifts, annual and legacy giving, community building events, corporate partnerships, foundation support, government grants, and emerging revenue streams
Prioritize closing 6- and 7-figure gifts and cultivating multi-year strategic partnerships with corporations, healthcare, technology, and lifestyle sectors
Seek new business models and creative collaborations beyond the traditional nonprofit space
Build and steward a robust pipeline of funders and partners aligned with the Foundation’s strategic priorities, mission, and values
Personally cultivate and steward key donor and partner relationships, including high-net-worth individuals, foundations, healthcare executives, and foundation leaders
Create a road map and growth strategy, identifying new revenue streams, evaluating, and accelerating business transformation opportunities
Collaborate with mission, finance, and communications teams to align revenue efforts with impact outcomes and strategic growth plans
Serve as a trusted thought partner to the President & CEO and Executive Team on organizational strategy, growth, and mission alignment
Lead the annual planning and budgeting process for the Development function
Represent the Foundation at major external events, donor forums, and strategic convenings
Identify and cultivate cross-sector partnerships with corporations, healthcare, retail, consumer health, and technology sectors, leveraging innovative collaborations that expand NPF’s reach, elevate visibility, and position the Foundation as a hub for chronic disease innovation
Promote an organizational culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and data-driven decision-making
Identify and develop strategic partnerships that expand reach and drive scalable growth
Develop and implement strategies to optimize board engagement, including advancing board member contributions and embracing their ambassador role
Partner closely with the President & CEO and board to solicit major gifts and develop tailored proposals in alignment with donors’ interests as well as organizational priorities
Provide regular updates on fundraising progress and challenges and make recommendations for course correction as needed
Mentor, empower, and promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the development team
Modernize fundraising systems, tools, and processes to support scale and sustainability
Foster a data-driven culture that values performance metrics and donor stewardship
Ensure top-quality proposal development, grant reporting, and prospect tracking systems
Monitor pipeline health, forecast revenue trends, and adjust strategy accordingly
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum 10 years of senior development, business development, or external affairs experience with proven revenue growth across diverse funding streams
Proven track record of securing transformational 6- and 7-figure gifts and high-value corporate collaborations, co-branded initiatives, or licensing agreements
Demonstrated success in designing and leading innovative development strategies, including corporate partnerships and alternative revenue models
Reputation as a champion of change with an action-oriented approach. Must think big-picture while operating tactically
Experience leading complex initiatives across multiple business units and remote workforces
Deep understanding of fundraising technology and data-informed decision-making
Exceptional relationship-building and storytelling skills across diverse audiences including donors, C-suite leaders, and community partners
Experience leading and growing inclusive teams with a commitment to professional development, mentorship, and equity
Strong general management background with experience owning P&L
Inspirational, hands-on leader adaptable to the pace and ambiguity of high-growth environments
Preferred
Experience outside the traditional nonprofit or patient advocacy world strongly preferred, particularly in corporate partnerships, business development, or entrepreneurial revenue-generating roles
Company
National Psoriasis Foundation
National Psoriasis Foundation helps to manage psoriatic disease.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Leah Howard, J.D.
President and CEO
Ronald Goldsman, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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