Harvesters - Chief Resource Officer

Harvesters, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating hunger and promoting nutrition education, is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as their Chief Resource Officer (CRO). This is a unique opportunity to join an impactful organization committed to providing food and essential household products to over 760 nonprofit agencies, including emergency food pantries, community kitchens, homeless shelters, children's homes, and more.

The Chief Resource Officer is responsible for leading stakeholder relationships, programs & messaging including the leadership and management of philanthropy, communications, marketing, volunteer engagement, and advocacy. This position sits on the executive leadership team and will actively engage in the strategic planning and goal setting process, with the objective of advancing the organization's vision, mission, and goals. This includes driving broader awareness and donor support for the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and empower a team of professionals to excel in fund development, community engagement, communications, hunger awareness, advocacy, and public policy.
• Drive continuous improvement by meticulously monitoring results, analyzing trends, and proposing enhancements across all areas of responsibility.
• Contribute to the formulation of organizational budgets, strategic plans, and goal-setting processes to ensure alignment with both short-term targets and long-term objectives.
• Formulate comprehensive strategies and policies to achieve fund development goals and enhance overall brand awareness within the donor community.
• Foster a positive community perception through proactive engagement via media channels, social platforms, signage, and other communication mediums.
• Cultivate positive community relations through active participation in community engagement initiatives.
• Oversee the development and execution of advocacy and public policy strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Uphold the responsible stewardship of donated resources by ensuring proper acknowledgment, recognition, reporting, and adherence to donor intent.
• Manage and nurture relationships with national and local organizations pertaining to areas under supervision.
• Assume a leadership role within the organization, delivering impactful presentations to various stakeholders including employee groups, community organizations, faith-based communities, media outlets, and other relevant groups upon request.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, business, or equivalent. Master's Degree and/or CFRE preferred.
• 10+ years of leadership experience.
• A minimum of five years leading fundraising, grant writing, marketing and volunteer management.
• Flexible and adaptable, open to a failing forward work environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in making sound judgments and decisions, coupled with adeptness in navigating challenging conversations and resolving tough decisions.
• Strong presentation, sales, and public speaking skills.