Chief Development Officer

Chief Development Officer

Location

1 Smith Street, Brooklyn NY 11201 and or 1360 Garrison Ave. Bronx, NY 10474

Reports To

Executive Director

About The HOPE Program

Founded more than 40 years ago, The HOPE Program is one of New York City's oldest and most respected workforce development organizations. HOPE prepares New Yorkers facing deep barriers to employment for careers that pay a living wage, with a growing focus on the green economy — and through that work, improves the neighborhoods our participants call home. HOPE combines training, industry credentials, paid work experience, and wraparound support, and its HOPE for Life model supports graduates throughout their careers.

Our Values

• Heart: We lead with love.
• Opportunity: We seek out and advocate for meaningful, sustainable opportunities.
• Purpose Driven: We create conditions where all our stakeholders can thrive and succeed.
• Excellence: We pursue the highest standards in everything we do.

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The Opportunity

HOPE is seeking an ambitious Chief Development Officer to drive the revenue growth behind the strategic plan we launched for our 40th anniversary, including growing HOPE's budget to $12M by FY2029. An integral member of the senior leadership team, the CDO reports to the Executive Director, works closely with the Board of Directors, and leads a four-person development and communications team along with event planning, government relations, and public relations consultants. This role is in-office four days a week, based at 1 Smith Street (Brooklyn) and 1360 Garrison Avenue (South Bronx).

Key Responsibilities

Revenue growth. Set and meet annual revenue goals and the goals of the strategic plan across HOPE's diverse funding model — government, foundations and corporations, individual donors, and special events — deepening existing relationships while expanding the donor base.

• Build and execute an integrated fundraising plan, with budgets and resources matched to the strategic plan.
• Track progress and develop proactive and corrective plans to keep goals on course.
• Cultivate and orchestrate multi-year gifts and commitments that provide sustained support for the strategic plan.
• Secure City Council, state discretionary, and federal funding, and build relationships with elected officials and agencies.
• Lead capital fundraising for facility upgrades and new space alongside annual operating support.
• Grow events so they reach new audiences and add revenue, rather than drawing on the same donors.

Visibility. Oversee communications, marketing, and media relations to raise HOPE's profile and position the Executive Director and senior staff as public voices.

Team and project leadership. Support, manage, assess, and develop a four-person team, identifying areas of need and growth as the organization evolves. Manage consultants and complex projects to deadline and budget.

Board and leadership partnership. Work closely with the Board of Directors, staffing the Development and Governance Committees, and equip board members, the Associate Board, and senior leaders to succeed as fundraisers and ambassadors.

Qualifications

• A deep commitment to HOPE's mission and to economic mobility for New Yorkers facing barriers to employment
• 10+ years of progressive fundraising experience across multiple revenue streams, including six-figure gifts
• Proven success securing multi-year gifts from foundations, corporations, and individuals
• Experience securing government funding;
• Capital campaign experience strongly preferred:
• Proven success leading teams, consultants, and complex projects
• Experience partnering with boards and executive leadership
• Exceptional writer and storyteller; strong analytical skills
• Proficient in Salesforce and Google Workspace
• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred

Compensation

Salary range: $150,000–$165,000, commensurate with experience. HOPE offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, a professional development allotment, and generous paid time off.

The HOPE Program is an equal opportunity employer.