POSITION PROFILE

Chief Development Officer NALEO Educational FundLocation Flexible | Headquarters in Los Angeles, CA

The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund was established in 1981 to promote the full participation of Latinos in the American political process, from citizenship to public service. Founded by the late Congressman Edward R. Roybal and Dr. Harry Pachon, NALEO Educational Fund is a 501(c)3 non-profit, non-partisan organization that achieves its mission through integrated strategies that include increasing the effectiveness of Latino policymakers, mobilizing the Latino community to engage in civic life and promoting policies that advance Latino political engagement.

The work of NALEO Educational Fund is centralized in three different areas:

• Constituency Services: NALEO Educational Fund provides services to itsconstituents of NALEO members that include professional and leadershipdevelopment programs. NALEO members form the largest network ofLatino elected and appointed officials and community leaders committedto improving the lives of their constituents in the United States. Benefitsinclude conferences, webinars, technical assistance and networkingopportunities and publications, among others.

• Policy: NALEO Educational Fund gathers and analyzes critical data on Latinovoters and policymakers, and promotes policies primarily at the federallevel to ensure Latinos can fully participate in American democracy.

• Civic Engagement: Through strategic initiatives, NALEO Educational Fundengages and mobilizes Latinos to participate in the electoral process, assistsLawful Permanent Residents to become U.S. citizens and be fully counted inthe decennial census.

2020 was an unprecedented year with the United States simultaneously experiencing the worst public health crisis in over a century, a reckoning on systemic racism, and the worst attacks on our institutions and democracy since the Civil War. As our nation continues to face these realities in 2021, it is critical that NALEO Educational Fund is poised to face how these issues will affect a wide range of policy decisions affecting Latinos for the foreseeable future.

NALEO Educational Fund is governed by a 15-member Board of Directors and a 35-member Board of Advisors. Headquartered in Los Angeles, NALEO EducationalFund maintains offices in Houston, Orlando, New York City, and Washington D.C.It employs about 70 full-time staff with an annual budget of $10.5 million.

ABOUT THE NALEO EDUCATIONAL FUND

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NALEO Educational Fund’s next Chief Development Officer (CDO) will provide critical leadership and strategic direction to help fulfill the organization’s mission.A seasoned and proven leader, the CDO is responsible for directing the organization’s development enterprise which includes the fund development and special events team members. The CDO provides oversight for all elements of philanthropic development for the program divisions and overall investor relations. The CDO works closely with the CEO to identify, cultivate and steward major investors. In addition, the CDO works closely with the senior leadership team, promoting a collaborative and cohesive team that advances the work of the organization and enhances NALEO Educational Fund’s culture of philanthropy.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, Arturo Vargas, and partnering with the leadership team, the CDO will provide strategic counsel across the organization with regard to development strategy. The CDO will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer in the development and preparation of revenue projections and the compilation of financial documents for grant reports. The CDO will also support the fundraising activities of the NALEO Educational Fund Board of Directors and Board of Advisors. The CDO will bring a range of experience in development strategy and tactics, communications, and expertise in working with NALEO Educational Fund’s internal and external communities and constituencies.

THE OPPORTUNITY

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Keys for success include:

• Providing comprehensive and strategic leadership in developing a multi-faceted approach to enhancing a high-performing organization with a highlevel of professionalism and dedication.

• Catalyzing NALEO Educational Fund’s commitment to promote the fullparticipation of Latinos in the American political process, from citizenshipto public service.

• Overseeing fundraising and developing sources of revenue necessary tosupport NALEO Educational Fund’s mission and annual budgets.

• Fulfilling the organization’s mission in collaboration with the Board andCEO and acting as a professional advisor to the Board on all aspects ofdevelopment and special events.

• Collaborating and leveraging relationships of NALEO Educational Fund’sleadership including the CEO, Board and senior team, ensuring they areeffectively supported to achieve fundraising goals.

• Fostering a healthy organizational culture to encourage teamwork andeffective conflict management.

• Increasing the effectiveness and productivity of the team by serving as acoach and mentor, motivating team members with energy and passion, andensuring clear expectations and accountability.

• Confronting the complex realities of the environment by providing purpose,direction, and motivation to NALEO Educational Board, colleagues andteam.

THE OPPORTUNITY

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The CDO of NALEO Educational Fund will have the following professional and personal skills, qualities, and characteristics:

An Expert in Development and Fundraising

The CDO will be a results-driven and experienced leader in the field of development with a measurable track record of success within a complex environment. This leader will be energized by the prospect of leading the development department, implementing processes and best practices. It is paramount for this candidate to have a broad and deep knowledge of development with a proven track record of securing significant gifts and evidence of exceptional cultivation and stewardship. This leader will grow and enhance the organization’s pipeline to support donor prospecting, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and relationship management. Through strong written, oral and presentation skills, this leader will be a natural partner to NALEO Educational Fund’s internal and external communities and constituencies. The CDO will be able to work effectively with culturally and politically diverse populations. A tactical leader, the successful candidate will have a strong data and analysis orientation and a proven ability to use metrics to drive development decisions and achieve strategic objectives. The CDO will oversee the maintenance of donor management tools, employ online fundraising tools and identify new prospects, trends and tactics to meet fundraising objectives.

A Strategic and Influential Leader

With a proven record of converting strategy into effective execution, the CDO will be a builder with the ability to set priorities decisively, delegate responsibilities, assure accountability and allocate resources to ensure results. This leader will be a detail-oriented, analytical individual who functions well and follows through in a complex environment. The CDO will partner with the CEO and act as a professional advisor to the Board of Directors on all aspects of development, special events, and in meeting their annual fundraising obligations. The CDO will exhibit intellectual curiosity and creativity, including the ability to listen to and learn from multiple voices, particularly when it applies to NALEO Educational Fund’s development goals. The CDO will be driven by a mission of strengthening the capacity and success of the development team through effective delegation and shared responsibility.

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An Action-Oriented Partner to the CEO

The CDO will work closely with the CEO to advance strategic investor partnerships. A task-driven leader, the CDO will support the CEO in creating and executing the organization’s strategy, including assessing strategic initiatives to be in line with the organization’s standards and objectives. This leader will develop a synergy with the CEO, helping him to think through decisions and work as a gatekeeper. The CDO will call upon the power of the development team to support and staff all efforts.

A Passion for the Mission

The successful candidate will embody NALEO Educational Fund’s values and mission to facilitate the full participation of Latinos in the American political process and, as a result, will inspire and motivate those around them. An engaged leader, the CDO will be charismatic with a collaborative spirit and sense of humor. Leading by example, the CDO will call upon a strong faith in humanity, understanding that empathy is an essential quality and treating others with respect. Deeply invested in fostering a sense of belonging for all staff, the CDO will understand the importance of the integration of equity throughout policies, practices, management and culture. In particular, this leader will be passionate about policy and advocacy in the Latino community. The CDO will be an individual of unquestioned integrity, ethics and values - someone who can be trusted without reservation.

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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary range: $150,000-$180,000 based on experience. NALEO Educational Fund offers a competitive benefits package that includes generous vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance and retirement coverage.

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Koya Leadership Partners, the executive search firm that specializes in mission-driven search, has been exclusively retained for this engagement. Marissa Delgado, Judene Hylton & Maureen Clancy are leading this search. To make recommendations or to express your interest in this role please visit this link or email NALEO@koyapartners.com. All nominations, inquiries, and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.

NALEO Educational Fund is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications and not race, sex, color, disability, national origin, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, citizenship or authorized immigrant status, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

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