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Job Description: Chief Development Officer San Jose, CA Full Time Mid Level Position Title Chief Development Officer Reports To CEO Direct Reports Communications Specialist (1) Status Full-Time, Exempt Location 100% On-site, Amigos Office in East San José, CA (1897 Alum Rock Dr, SJ) About Amigos de Guadalupe Inspired by the power of our vibrant, determined community, our vision at Amigos de Guadalupe ("Amigos") is to bring about transformational change in East San José. At Amigos, we ensure that the basic needs of our community are met, deliver high-quality programs, and mobilize and organize for justice. We do this by providing housing and rental assistance, mental health services, immigration legal services, education programs, and community organizing programs that advocate for systems change. Position Summary The Chief Development Officer (CDO) is a member of the leadership team and the Amigos' senior-most fundraising and external relations leader. The CDO is responsible for the vision, strategy, and execution of all revenue development activities at Amigos de Guadalupe, including individual and major giving, institutional grants, corporate and foundation partnerships, capital campaigns, planned giving, and donor communications. This role leads and builds a high-performing development team, serves as a strategic thought partner to the CEO, and engages directly with the Board of Directors to cultivate a culture of philanthropy across the organization. The CDO will be instrumental in diversifying and growing the organization's funding base and deepening Amigos' philanthropic presence in the Silicon Valley region and beyond. This is a hands-on, self-sufficient role. With one direct report (Communications Specialist), the CDO will personally carry out the full range of development functions - from grant writing and donor outreach to CRM management and funder reporting. The ideal candidate thrives in a lean, entrepreneurial environment and brings both the strategic vision and the day-to-day execution skills to build a robust development operation. Primary Responsibilities Organizational Leadership & Strategy Serve as a member of the leadership team, contributing to organizational strategy, budgeting, program sustainability planning, and values-centered growth. Partner with the CEO and Board of Directors to build and sustain a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization. Engage regularly with the Board's Development Committee; provide leadership support for board member fundraising training, prospect identification, and cultivation activities. Provide the CEO with briefings, talking points, and full preparation for donor meetings, funder site visits, major events, and external presentations. Represent Amigos de Guadalupe at community, civic, and philanthropic events to elevate the organization's visibility and relationships in the region. Track equity-focused, community, and philanthropic trends to position Amigos competitively for emerging funding opportunities. Foster an inclusive, collaborative working environment rooted in Amigos' values of radical hospitality, equity, dignity, and community empowerment. Directly supervise the Communications Specialist, providing clear direction, mentorship, and professional development support. Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Development Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive multi-year fundraising plan aligned with Amigos' mission, community aspirations, with a clear focus on portfolio diversification and revenue growth. Build and execute a major gifts program, including prospect research and identification, cultivation, solicitation, and long-term stewardship of high-capacity donors, with the CEO. Oversee all individual giving vehicles, including annual fund, recurring giving, mid-level donor programs, and planned/legacy giving. Manage corporate and foundation relations, including sponsorship packages, named gift opportunities, and multi-year partnership agreements. Suppo