EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• At least 10-15 years of experience including in a prior CDO role
• Experience with corporate governance and reporting to boards of directors
• Proven negotiating skills
• Experience with budget management, public accounting, and cash flow
• Ability to understand new issues quickly and make wise decisions
• Ability to inspire confidence and create trust
• Ability to work under pressure, plan personal workload effectively, and delegate
• Experience with strategic acquisitions a plus
• Must possess strong business knowledge and ability to think in a variety of business environments
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a wide variety of potential donors and supporters
• Must exercise exceptional time management skills and be able to meet fundraising deadlines
• Public speaking skills are required for speeches at fundraising events, presentations to donors on recent achievements, and meetings with members of the board
• Exceptional writing and communication skills
• Must be able to motivate a team to action and keep order amongst competing interests