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Chief Development Officer

Wheeler Mission
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2025

Position Description

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Wheeler Mission Ministries is a privately funded 501 (c) 3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry whose designated purpose is religious. We are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping the homeless and impoverished. Wheeler Mission Ministries considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of Wheeler Mission Ministries have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith, Core Values, and Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed. Employees are encouraged and expected to share the Gospel as opportunities arise.

Job Title : Chief Development Officer

Exempt / Non-Exempt : Exempt

Reports to : President / CEO

Full or Part-time : Full-Time

Completion Date : December 2024

Team : Executive Team

Position Summary

The Chief Development Officer (CDO) serves as a key member of the executive team and is responsible for overseeing all fundraising, marketing, communications, and donor relations efforts. This includes driving the success of the Bloomington capital campaign and cultivating external relationships to sustain and grow revenue streams. The CDO will design and implement strategies to cultivate relationships with donors, partners, and the community while inspiring a culture of generosity and collaboration, ensuring alignment with Wheeler Mission’s mission and values.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

Key Area : Strategic Leadership

  • Lead all fundraising efforts, including capital campaigns, individual giving, planned giving, corporate partnerships, grants management and acquisition.
  • Collaborate with the CEO and Board of Directors to align development activities with organizational objectives.
  • Provide leadership to the development team, ensuring professional growth and high performance.
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive development strategy to achieve annual and long-term revenue goals, including goals specific to Bloomington.
  • Lead the budget planning process, including strategic communications, and special events.

Key Area : Fundraising and Donor Relations

  • Cultivate and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, foundations, churches, and other key stakeholders.
  • Lead major gift initiatives, capital campaigns, and planned giving efforts to meet and exceed revenue goals.
  • Ensure a high level of donor engagement and satisfaction through personalized communication and appreciation.
  • Oversee all aspects of the Bloomington capital campaign, including strategy, donor cultivation, and campaign execution.

    • Key Area : External Relationships

  • Cultivate and manage external partnerships that directly impact revenue, including vendors, consultants, and event partners.
  • Act as the primary relationship manager for special event sponsors, corporate partnerships, and other revenue-driving collaborations.
  • Foster strong relationships with community leaders and stakeholders to enhance Wheeler Mission’s impact and visibility.

    • Key Area : Marketing and Communications

  • Oversee the creation and implementation of marketing and communication strategies to elevate Wheeler Mission’s visibility and impact.
  • Serve as a public ambassador for the organization, fostering positive relationships with the media, community leaders and stakeholders.
  • Ensure the consistency of the organization’s brand, messaging, and storytelling across all platforms.

    • Key Area : Data Management and Reporting

  • Utilize data-driven insights to analyze fundraising trends and optimize development strategies.
  • Prepare and present reports on fundraising performance, donor engagement, and campaign outcomes to the CEO and Board of Directors.
  • Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and regulatory standards for fundraising activities.

    • Key Area : Team Leadership

  • Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing development team.
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