Chief Development Officer
The Dimock Center

Health Center

The Dimock Center is committed to caring for the whole person, right where they live. Dimock’s health center is recognized nationally as a model for the delivery of comprehensive health & human services in an urban community. Dimock's health center offers a range of primary and specialty medical care as well as integrated behavioral health care for people of all ages.

Health services include:

• Adult primary care & specialty clinics
• Community care (HIV/AIDS)
• Dental
• Eye care
• OB/GYN
• Pediatrics
• Pharmacy

Child and Family Services

The Dimock Center's Child and Family Services programs provide educational and support services for families with children from birth through age five.

Services include:

• Early Head Start – Center-based and home-based services to expectant families and children ages 0-3 years
• Head Start – Center-based services for children ages 3-5 years
• Foundations for Learning – Center-based child care for children ages 4 months to 5 years
• Early Intervention – Services for children 0-3 years old with disabilities and/or developmental delays

Behavioral Health

Dimock’s Behavioral Health Services are a key part of Dimock’s commitment to healing the whole person, mind and body. Dimock welcomes individuals and families of all ages, and even offer a pediatric behavioral health program.

Behavioral health and substance use treatment teams work side-by-side with providers in their health center and Child & Family Services divisions to support the whole person and family.

Behavioral Health Services Include:

• Counseling and addiction services.
• Emergency shelter program.
• Inpatient detox center.
• Residential programs.

• Develop and execute a fundraising strategy that includes identifying and cultivating individual, corporate, and foundation donors and prospects.
   
• Lead and manage all aspects of the fundraising program including major gifts, planned giving, annual fund, special events and grant writing.
   
• Develop and implement a marketing strategy to support fundraising efforts, including creating collateral materials, social media content, and other communications to promote the organization’s mission, programs, and services.
   
• Work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and community leaders.

• Build and manage a high-performing development team that is aligned with the organization’s mission, values, and strategic priorities.
   
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to development staff to build their capacity to achieve fundraising goals and to support the organization’s mission and goals.
   
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the development team and across the organization.
   
• Develop and implement performance metrics and evaluation tools to ensure the team’s performance meets or exceeds fundraising targets and other organizational goals.

• Develop and implement a donor-centered fundraising approach that builds strong relationships with donors, emphasizes the organization’s mission and impact, and encourages donor engagement and investment.
   
• Develop and maintain a donor recognition program that celebrates and acknowledges donors’ contributions to the organization.
   
• Ensure the timely and accurate acknowledgement of all gifts and donations and the proper stewardship of donor relationships.
   
• Work with the CEO and Board of Directors to develop and maintain a robust donor pipeline to support the organization’s long-term fundraising goals.

• Develop and implement strategies for identifying and cultivating major gift prospects, including individuals, corporations, and foundations, to expand the organization’s donor base.
   
• Develop and maintain relationships with major gift donors through personalized engagement and stewardship activities, such as one-on-one meetings, cultivation events, and recognition programs.
   
• Work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to solicit major gifts and to develop tailored proposals and gift agreements that align with donors’ interests and the organization’s priorities.
   
• Develop and manage systems for tracking and reporting on major gift fundraising progress and success.

• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, working collaboratively with the CEO and other senior leaders to develop and implement the organization’s strategic plan and vision.
   
• Provide leadership and direction to the development team and other departments as needed to ensure alignment with the organization’s goals and objectives.
   
• Lead the annual planning and budgeting process for the development department, ensuring that goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
   
• Provide regular updates to the CEO and Board of Directors on fundraising progress and challenges and make recommendations for course correction as needed.
   
• Represent the organization in public forums and develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including donors, community leaders, and peer organizations, to advance the organization’s mission and goals.

• A demonstrated passion for the organization’s mission and fundraising, with a deep understanding of and commitment to the values and principles of the nonprofit sector.
   
• Proven experience leading grant writing programs and securing funding from a variety of sources, including Foundation, State, and Federal Grants, with a track record of achieving fundraising goals.
   
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with prior experience in public speaking and external relations, and the ability to represent the organization to a variety of stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and partner organizations.
   
• Prior experience creating strategic multiyear fundraising plans and building consensus among stakeholders to achieve fundraising goals.
   
• Demonstrated success in staff management and mentorship, with a commitment to creating a positive and inclusive work culture that fosters professional growth and development.
   
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
   
• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required, and a master’s degree or other advanced degree is preferred.
   
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising and development, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.