Regional Chief Development Officer - Virginia Region; in state

Regional Chief Development Officer - Virginia Region (location flexible in state)

American Red Cross is seeking a dynamic and strategic fundraising leader to serve as the Regional Chief Development Officer (CDO) for our Virginia Region. The vacancy is open to candidates located anywhere in Virginia. Final date to receive applications:
January 31, 2026 at 5:00 pm ET.

This high‑profile role drives philanthropic growth, cultivates major donor relationships, and leads a talented team of fundraisers to achieve ambitious financial goals that support our lifesaving mission. The successful candidate may need to travel across the region for meetings.

• Design and execute multi‑year fundraising strategies to grow annual revenue and build a sustainable donor base.
• Lead a team of five Philanthropy Officers and engage leadership volunteers to implement effective fundraising strategies.
• Serve as the primary liaison for the Board’s Philanthropy Committee, supporting members in their fundraising roles.
• Oversee implementation of organizational campaigns in the region; act as a senior leader and direct the Regional Development team with respect to strategic decisions; ensure that the Region meets all reporting requirements related to fundraising.
• Accountable for achieving or exceeding Region’s minimum fundraising target ($8 million per year or below) and meeting the fundraising expense target; revenue target may increase due to major domestic disasters.
• Cultivate relationships and serve as the primary staff liaison for representatives of large corporations and foundations for solicitation and stewardship; collaborate with national headquarters development and donor recruitment staff to identify and maximize fundraising opportunities; orient new Board members to their fundraising responsibilities.
• Manage a portfolio of high‑capacity donors ($5,000 +), leading face‑to‑face solicitations and stewardship efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum seven years of fundraising leadership experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, demonstrating increasing philanthropic revenue, broad‑based fundraising programs, and best‑practice knowledge.
• Five years of management experience with a proven track record of team leadership.
• Exceptional communication, relationship‑building, and strategic planning abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and fundraising CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce).
• Frequent travel within the Virginia Region; occasional travel to divisional offices and Washington, D.C.
• A current valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Combination of education and general experience may satisfy requirements, provided total years equal the minimum and management experience cannot be substituted.

Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO:
  Starting at 15 days per year; based on FLSA status and tenure
• Paid Holidays: 11 holidays (six core + five floating)
• 401(k) with 6% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability and Insurance:
  Short‑term & Long‑term
• Service Awards and recognition

Physical requirements:

Normal office environment conditions; the role may involve sitting for long periods, driving a vehicle, and working under challenging conditions. Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed; they are not exhaustive.

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable Fair Chance ordinances and state laws.

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