Chief Development Officer
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Job overview
Girl Scouts of America is hiring a Chief Development Officer. The Chief Development Officer is a senior leadership role responsible for securing funding from major donors, partnering with the philanthropy team on grant opportunities, and overseeing the planning, development, and execution of fund development efforts within the Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois council area.
Key focus areas include Secure funding via major donors, Partner with philanthropy team for grant opportunities, and Oversee planning, development, and leadership of fund development efforts.
Important skills include Fundraising and Leadership.
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Chief Development Officer
Council: Girl Scouts Of Northern Illinois
Job Location: IL - South Elgin, Rockford, Oswego, Lake Zurich
Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000 (Annually)
Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Job #: 8565
Post Date: 8/3/2026
Job Summary
The CDO position is a senior leadership position with responsibility for securing funding via major donors in addition to partnership with the philanthropy team for grant opportunities, Girl Scout Alumni, and other resources within the Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois council limits, while having oversight for planning, developing and leading the fund development efforts of the council.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, relevant course of study, or equivalent experience; Graduate degree preferred.
CFRE preferred.
Senior Level fundraising skills demonstrated over 8-10 years with success shown in the non-profit sector.
Minimum of 5 years of proven success in leading team which has increased public support.
Special Instructions
For more information, please contact the council directly.
How to Apply
Please apply on the GSNI website, careers. (https://www.girlscoutsni.org/en/discover/our-council/careers.html )
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois
12n124 North Coombs RoadElgin, IL 60124
Fax #: 847-741-5667 Web Site: http://www.girlscoutsni.org
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