Chief Development Officer – Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library

Winterthur is the premier museum of American decorative arts,
with an unparalleled collection of nearly 90,000 objects made or
used in America since 1640. The collection is displayed in the
magnificent 175-room house, much as it was when the family of
founder Henry Francis du Pont called it home.

Winterthur is also 1,000 acres of protected meadows, woodlands,
ponds, and waterways. The 60-acre garden, designed by du Pont, is
among America’s best, with magnificent plantings and massive
displays of color throughout the year. The graduate degree programs
and extensive research library make Winterthur an important center
for the study of American art and culture.

We are seeking an entrepreneurial and mission-driven Chief
Development Officer (CDO) to lead the strategic direction and
day-to-day operations of the development department. The CDO will
work directly with the organization’s leadership to nurture
existing relationships, and over the long term develop a strategy
to diversify funding streams to include initiating a Capital
Campaign, Planned Giving, individual donors, government grants, and
private foundations. As a member of the Senior Management Team, the
CDO will report to the Chief Executive Officer. The new CDO will
bring a well-rounded understanding of fundraising strategy and best
practices and a proven track record of crafting and leading the
successful implementation of a comprehensive fundraising program.
They will have exceptional interpersonal and communications skills,
thrive in a fast-paced environment, will be able to lead both
strategy and execution, and are highly skilled at managing people
and initiatives with confidence, gravitas, and efficacy. The ideal
candidate should be capable of fostering productive relationships
with senior management and the Board of Directors. Personal
qualities we value include adaptability, enthusiasm, teamwork, and
a good sense of humor.

Compensation: $200,000 minimum

Benefits: Including, but not limited to,
medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid time off plan
including 10 holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time; 403b with
employer match for eligible employees; discounts in the museum
store and cafe; free general admission for you and your immediate
family.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday – 35 hours/week
with occasional evenings and weekends to attend Development
events

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Experience: 

•    10-15 years of Institutional
  Advancement/Development experience
•    Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s preferred
•    Nonprofit experience preferred

Knowledge:

• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills to help create
  and implement development strategies to meet the organization’s
  goals.
• Excellent leadership and management skills to guide and inspire
  the development team.
• Robust understanding of fundraising, donor relations, and
  public relations to drive the financial growth of the
  organization.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to build and maintain
  relationships with donors, board members, stakeholders, and key
  community members.

Essential Functions:

• Proven experience as a Chief Development Officer or similar
  senior fundraising role.
• A proven track record of developing and implementing
  fundraising strategies.
• Experience with a variety of fundraising campaigns including,
  but not limited to, annual giving, major gift programs, and planned
  giving.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership
  skills.
• Proficiency in major donor relations and grant writing.
• Able to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks and meet
  deadlines.