Chief Development Officer

Salary :

$105,000 - 120,000 yearly

Company : Safehouse Denver

Job Type : Full Time

Denver, Co

Job Description - Chief Development Officer

Chief Development Officer (CDO)

📍 Denver, CO | Full-Time, Exempt
💰 $105,000–$120,000 annually

Join Us

SafeHouse Denver is seeking a strategic, relationship-centered Chief Development Officer to expand the resources and partnerships that make life-changing services possible for survivors of domestic violence.
This is an opportunity to lead with purpose, build meaningful community connections, and help grow an organization at a pivotal moment of impact.

About SafeHouse Denver

SafeHouse Denver is the only organization in the City and County of Denver providing both emergency shelter and non-residential counseling and advocacy services exclusively to survivors of domestic violence.

Founded in 1977, we support adult, child, and youth survivors in reclaiming their lives. With ~25 staff and a $2M+ budget, we are poised for continued growth and expanded impact.
We are guided by our core values: trust, dedication, compassion, collaboration, innovation, leadership, and inclusion.

Position Overview

The Chief Development Officer leads all fundraising efforts to ensure SafeHouse Denver has the resources to sustain and grow its mission.

This role is both strategic and hands-on—overseeing major gifts, grants, events, and donor engagement while building a comprehensive, diversified development strategy.

You will partner closely with the CEO, Leadership Team, and Board to expand revenue, strengthen relationships, and advance a culture of philanthropy.

Key Responsibilities

Development Strategy

Lead annual fundraising planning and execution
Grow both restricted and unrestricted revenue
Oversee major gifts, grants, annual giving, and events

Donor Engagement

Cultivate and solicit major donors and high-net-worth prospects
Strengthen donor relationships and long-term giving
Partner on aligned, compelling donor communications

Board & Community Engagement

Support Board fundraising efforts and engagement
Represent SafeHouse Denver with partners, donors, and stakeholders

Team Leadership

Lead and develop the development team
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented culture

Financial & Data Oversight

Manage development budget and track performance
Oversee donor systems (DonorPerfect CRM) and reporting

Candidate Profile

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
CFRE or similar credential preferred

Experience

10+ years in nonprofit fundraising, including 5+ years in leadership
Proven success raising $2M+ annually
Experience building and executing fundraising strategies

Skills & Strengths

Strong fundraising knowledge and best practices
Team leadership and staff development experience
Strategic thinker with strong communication skills
Experience with donor databases (DonorPerfect preferred)
Established connections in the Denver philanthropic community

Abilities

Builds strong relationships and navigates complexity with professionalism
Confident external representative and ambassador
Collaborative, team-oriented leader

Why This Role Matters

Fundraising at SafeHouse Denver directly supports safety, healing, and long-term stability for survivors of domestic violence. This role plays a critical part in expanding access to these life-changing services across our community.

What We Offer

Salary: $105,000–$120,000
Generous PTO + wellness program
Health insurance (90%+ employer-paid)
Retirement plan with employer match (as budget allows)
Supportive, mission-driven team culture
Meaningful, community-centered impact

To Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] indicating Chief Development Officer in the subject line. No phone calls please.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

SafeHouse Denver is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds—including survivors of violence, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those with lived experience—to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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