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Deputy Chief Development Officer
Location
Hybrid from New York, Washington, D.C., Boston, or San Francisco
Duration
This is a regular full-time position with full benefits.
Application Instructions
Please include a cover letter with your application.
OVERALL FUNCTION
Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and EVP for Global Development, the Deputy Chief Development Officer and Senior Vice President (SVP) is responsible for driving the organization's revenue growth and sustainability.
The Deputy leads all high-functioning revenue-generating teams, including principal and major gifts, institutional giving, planned giving, membership, and mid-level giving. They serve on both the Development Leadership Team (DLT) and Organizational Leadership Team (OLT). They work closely with the Development Operations teams that are directly overseen by the CDO.
In partnership with the CDO, the Deputy provides strategic vision and leadership for EDF's philanthropic efforts, bringing fresh ideas, networks, and a demonstrated ability to build donor relationships in a global context. This role serves as the potential successor to the Chief Development Officer.
The ideal candidate has experience in diverse, international settings; deep knowledge of major donor and institutional fundraising; and a proven ability to build partnerships, market mission-driven organizations, and grow restricted and unrestricted revenue. Knowledge of the climate funding space is strongly preferred.
The Deputy oversees ~80 staff in the United States and around the world. Preferred locations listed above, with flexibility for the right candidate.
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We offer a strong total rewards package encompassing competitive salary, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities consistent with a modern global organization. We take into account factors such as candidate experience, skills, training, internal team equity and local norms.
Please note that pay ranges are country specific. As a result, the stated currency is not meant be converted into any other currency.
REQ-002532
Pay range
$338,000 - $350,000 USD/Yr.
Type
Regular
Locations
Washington DC, Boston, New York, San Francisco
Posted
May 22, 2026
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