Rural Development Institute
Chief Development Officer
Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits Package
Recognizing that the lack of secure land rights is a root cause of global poverty, Rural Development Institute (RDI) helps poor countries develop and implement land laws, policies, and programs that provide ladders out of poverty and promote long-term economic growth. With its home office in Seattle, RDI is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to ending global poverty and preventing conflict by securing land rights for the world’s poorest. RDI’s 40 years of success come from its unique ability to combine a deep knowledge of the rural realities as seen from the eyes of the poor with the knowledge of land laws and policies to forge practical solutions. A dynamic and motivated organization, RDI is improving life for individuals throughout the world.
We seek a passionate, innovative individual committed to RDI’s mission. The Chief Development Officer (CDO) will be a seasoned expert with demonstrated skills in raising individual and institutional funds from a sophisticated audience, including many of the world’s most prominent opinion, philanthropic, and business leaders. Critical to the success of this position will be the CDO’s skills in effective and flexible communication styles due to the diversity of RDI’s constituencies. RDI operates in an incredible sphere of influence on global development issues creating a unique and exciting opportunity to actively engage world leaders in the work of the organization. The CDO must bring both political savvy and a gravitas in operating within these networks. The ideal candidate will promote a shared voice and understanding of RDI’s mission and work in the global community, and be a distinguished spokesperson for the organization.
A minimum of seven to ten years of fund development related experience is required. A Bachelor’s degree is required with an advanced degree preferred. Strong skills in raising funds as well as experience with donor-related technology and research is necessary. Subject matter expertise around global development issues and global poverty is highly desirable.
The Rural Development Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and encourage diverse applications. Please send a resume and cover letter as soon as possible to: Waldron & Company, 1100 Olive Way, Suite 1800, Seattle, WA, 98101, 206.441.4144, 206.441.5213 (fax), info@waldronhr.com.
