This range is provided by Korn Ferry. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range CA$300,000.00/yr - CA$300,000.00/yr POSITION OVERVIEW Korn Ferry is pleased to partner with our client in the search for a Chief Development Officer (CDO). Our client is a rapidly growing, government‑funded nonprofit organization headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, dedicated to addressing complex societal and industry challenges through the advancement of Canadian‑developed digital solutions. By convening and supporting a broad network of cross‑sector partners, the organization enables collaborative innovation that delivers impact well beyond the capacity of any single institution. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and working closely with the Board of Directors, the CDO will lead the organization’s revenue generation, partnership development, and long‑term sustainability efforts. This includes securing and stewarding financial resources, diversifying funding streams, and strengthening relationships with government, industry, academic, and community stakeholders. As a key member of the executive team, the CDO provides strategic leadership across development, revenue strategy, stakeholder engagement, team management, financial planning, and compliance. The ideal candidate brings senior experience in development or strategic partnerships within the technology, innovation, or public‑purpose sectors, along with a strong commitment to mission‑driven impact. LOCATION: Remote with travel to Vancouver, Toronto, and Ottawa POSITION TYPE: Ongoing contract (1 to 3 years). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Sales Planning Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic goals. Identify and prioritize funding and revenue opportunities. Identify growth opportunities and innovative strategies to advance the organization’s impact on the technology sector. Lead the creation and execution of fundraising campaigns and initiatives. Cultivate and manage relationships with major investors. Work closely with the CEO on developing the opportunity pipeline for investors. Oversee the preparation of proposals, reports, and other documentation required for funding. Partnership Development Form and nurture strategic partnerships with tech companies, startups, and related organizations. Build and maintain networks with tech industry leaders and innovation hubs to stay abreast of new opportunities and trends. Team Management Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing development team. Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team environment. Provide training and support for staff and volunteers involved in development activities. Financial Management and Reporting Collaborate with the finance team to set sales targets and fundraising goals and track progress. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of development activities and outcomes. Analyze revenue and fundraising data and trends to inform strategy and decision making. Compliance and Risk Management Ensure compliance with nonprofit regulations, ethical standards, and best practices in corporate governance. Mitigate risks associated with partnerships, fundraising activities, and program implementation. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field; MBA preferred. Proven experience (10+ years) in sales, business, corporate or fund development roles, preferably in the technology and innovation sector, the resource sector, an industry association or membership-based organization, ideally with a focus on national public policy in Canada. Leadership in business development and partnership evaluation. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data to inform decision-making. Exposure to the technology and innovation sector and strong network is an asset. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate with peers as well as engage and influence diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities in a dynamic environment. Seniority level Executive Employment type Contract Job function Non-profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr
A prominent nonprofit organization is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead revenue generation and partnership development. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in strategic roles within the technology or innovation sector. Responsibilities include developing sales strategies, managing investor relationships, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit regulations. This executive role offers remote work with required travel to key cities, fostering collaborative innovation across sectors. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About UsKorn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. We help clients synchronize strategy and talent to drive superior performance. We work with organizations to design their structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people to bring their strategy to life. And we advise them on how to reward, develop, and motivate their people.Our 10,000 colleagues serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core solutions:Organizational StrategyAssessment and SuccessionTalent AcquisitionLeadership DevelopmentTotal Rewards
Job Description-Toronto, Canada Hybrid OPPORTUNITY in our Retained IT COE Search Practice managing execution and delivery on all leadership IT function searches.Currently we have developed deeper functional and industry-based expertise, particularly in our IT COE Practice for national searches.
The role of Associate/Senior/Managing Associate is critical for the identification anddevelopment of candidates for executive search projects, as well as assisting with marketintelligence and development of presentations and documents for business development purposes.We strongly believe in developing our own talent and often a vacant role is due to one of ourtalented Senior Associate’s promotion to Managing Associates.Key Responsibilities Of The RoleWorking closely with engagement teams which can include other Senior Associates, Principals, Sector Leaders and Senior Client Partners.Senior Associates:Provide engagement execution support to the client and the team.Manage the various stages of the search process to always ensure the highest quality execution of client engagement.Lead the identification, qualification, and communication with candidates during the search engagement and informing the partner of progress and issues.Capture and maintain accurate market, client, and candidate information in the company’s systems so as to both facilitate the search process and help convert business development opportunities.Inform the engagement team of any potential business development opportunities identified through the execution of the search process and support the appropriate partner in its conversion.Role Competencies And Success FactorsThe Associate/Senior/Managing Associate position at Korn Ferry is viewed as a critical position inidentifying, qualifying, attracting, and managing candidates through the search process. SuccessfulAssociates/Senior/Managing Associates could advance within the firm to the Principal/Partnerlevel, where they will be responsible for generating new business and revenue. Associates/SeniorAssociates/Managing Associates will develop skills and competencies through three “levels” beforebeing ready to progress within the firm.These Levels AreLEVEL ONE CRITICAL COMPETENCIES AND SUCCESS FACTORS:A “level one” Associate/Senior Associate has exposure to various parts of the search process,Principally Focusing OnResearch: Participate in the creation of the source list/research strategy.Candidate Development: Mapping the market; calling/recruiting appropriate candidates; relevant market sourcing; preparing reports.Referencing: Limited exposure/input in referencing as directed by the Partner.Data Capture: Collecting and entering appropriate information for the database; ensuring highest quality standards.Report Preparation: Assisting Partner/Project Coordinator in creation of client facing documentation (candidate appraisals, reference reports, search progress reports).Level Two Critical Competencies And Success FactorsA “level two” Senior Associate has more exposure throughout the search and is expected to leadelements of the process, supporting the consultant. The role broadens out to focus on:Research: Create the source list/research strategy, for agreement with the Partner/Client.Candidate Outreach and Development: Full responsibility for the generation of relevant candidates for the project.Candidate Management: Support the Partner with communication and coordination with candidates (with the aid of PC logistical support).Participation in interviews and referencing.Use of KF Assessment products to devise competencies for a role and learn to benchmark candidates against them.Report Preparation: Assist/lead the creation of client facing documentation.Client Participation: Involvement in project kick off meetings as well as project update/progress calls.Level Three Critical Competencies And Success FactorsThe “level three” Senior/Managing Associate is viewed as a high performer by the wider firm. Theyare expected to manage the search process end to end as well as supporting businessDevelopment. A “level Three” Senior/Managing Associate Is Expected ToResearch: Lead/coordinate (managing Research Associates) the research process.Candidate Outreach and Development: Lead candidate development across multiple projects.Teach/Support Research Associates to develop.Candidate Management: Support the Partner with communication and coordination with Candidates (with the aid of PC logistical support).Conducts interviews and referencing.Experienced user of KF assessment products and could interpret assessment reports and benchmark against role competencies.Report Preparation: Lead and own the creation of reports; including writing the position spec and candidate reports.Client Participation: Business development support and participation. Involvement at kick off meetings; lead/support on progress calls and meetings.By \"Level three\" Senior Associates will have the awareness and the proven ability to lead and complete a commercial transaction; this will involve the identification of the opportunity and an understanding of how to convert it into beneficial commercial terms.Professional Experience/QualificationsThe successful candidate will have three to seven years of professional experience and ideally, will have had exposure to one or more industries.In addition to having excellent communication skills, (oral, written and listening), the candidate must possess the ability to make presentations at the executive levels of client companies. The ability to manage multiple projects effectively and efficiently is most important.The ideal candidate must be self-confident and self-motivated, dynamic, accomplished, and viewed as an individual who can advance within Korn Ferry.Successful candidates will have good judgment and possess superior interpersonal and evaluative skills.They will take direction well, be detail oriented and able to work well to tight deadlines. They will have a relentless sense of ownership and urgency.The Associate/Senior Associate/Managing Associate will be as comfortable working independently as they are part of a team.Education & SkillsAn undergraduate degree or equivalent is preferred.
Salary range represents the compensation Korn Ferry expects to pay to a candidate with the requirements for the job posted. Korn Ferry offers competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience.
Internal Mobility at Korn FerryIf you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
About UsKorn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. We help clients synchronize strategy and talent to drive superior performance. We work with organizations to design their structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people to bring their strategy to life. And we advise them on how to reward, develop, and motivate their people.Our 10,000 colleagues serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core solutions:Organizational StrategyAssessment and SuccessionTalent AcquisitionLeadership DevelopmentTotal Rewards
Job Description-Toronto, Canada Hybrid OPPORTUNITY in our Retained IT COE Search Practice managing execution and delivery on all leadership IT function searches.Currently we have developed deeper functional and industry-based expertise, particularly in our IT COE Practice for national searches.
The role of Associate/Senior/Managing Associate is critical for the identification anddevelopment of candidates for executive search projects, as well as assisting with marketintelligence and development of presentations and documents for business development purposes.We strongly believe in developing our own talent and often a vacant role is due to one of ourtalented Senior Associate’s promotion to Managing Associates.Key Responsibilities Of The RoleWorking closely with engagement teams which can include other Senior Associates, Principals, Sector Leaders and Senior Client Partners.Senior Associates:Provide engagement execution support to the client and the team.Manage the various stages of the search process to always ensure the highest quality execution of client engagement.Lead the identification, qualification, and communication with candidates during the search engagement and informing the partner of progress and issues.Capture and maintain accurate market, client, and candidate information in the company’s systems so as to both facilitate the search process and help convert business development opportunities.Inform the engagement team of any potential business development opportunities identified through the execution of the search process and support the appropriate partner in its conversion.Role Competencies And Success FactorsThe Associate/Senior/Managing Associate position at Korn Ferry is viewed as a critical position inidentifying, qualifying, attracting, and managing candidates through the search process. SuccessfulAssociates/Senior/Managing Associates could advance within the firm to the Principal/Partnerlevel, where they will be responsible for generating new business and revenue. Associates/SeniorAssociates/Managing Associates will develop skills and competencies through three “levels” beforebeing ready to progress within the firm.These Levels AreLEVEL ONE CRITICAL COMPETENCIES AND SUCCESS FACTORS:A “level one” Associate/Senior Associate has exposure to various parts of the search process,Principally Focusing OnResearch: Participate in the creation of the source list/research strategy.Candidate Development: Mapping the market; calling/recruiting appropriate candidates; relevant market sourcing; preparing reports.Referencing: Limited exposure/input in referencing as directed by the Partner.Data Capture: Collecting and entering appropriate information for the database; ensuring highest quality standards.Report Preparation: Assisting Partner/Project Coordinator in creation of client facing documentation (candidate appraisals, reference reports, search progress reports).Level Two Critical Competencies And Success FactorsA “level two” Senior Associate has more exposure throughout the search and is expected to leadelements of the process, supporting the consultant. The role broadens out to focus on:Research: Create the source list/research strategy, for agreement with the Partner/Client.Candidate Outreach and Development: Full responsibility for the generation of relevant candidates for the project.Candidate Management: Support the Partner with communication and coordination with candidates (with the aid of PC logistical support).Participation in interviews and referencing.Use of KF Assessment products to devise competencies for a role and learn to benchmark candidates against them.Report Preparation: Assist/lead the creation of client facing documentation.Client Participation: Involvement in project kick off meetings as well as project update/progress calls.Level Three Critical Competencies And Success FactorsThe “level three” Senior/Managing Associate is viewed as a high performer by the wider firm. Theyare expected to manage the search process end to end as well as supporting businessDevelopment. A “level Three” Senior/Managing Associate Is Expected ToResearch: Lead/coordinate (managing Research Associates) the research process.Candidate Outreach and Development: Lead candidate development across multiple projects.Teach/Support Research Associates to develop.Candidate Management: Support the Partner with communication and coordination with Candidates (with the aid of PC logistical support).Conducts interviews and referencing.Experienced user of KF assessment products and could interpret assessment reports and benchmark against role competencies.Report Preparation: Lead and own the creation of reports; including writing the position spec and candidate reports.Client Participation: Business development support and participation. Involvement at kick off meetings; lead/support on progress calls and meetings.By \"Level three\" Senior Associates will have the awareness and the proven ability to lead and complete a commercial transaction; this will involve the identification of the opportunity and an understanding of how to convert it into beneficial commercial terms.Professional Experience/QualificationsThe successful candidate will have three to seven years of professional experience and ideally, will have had exposure to one or more industries.In addition to having excellent communication skills, (oral, written and listening), the candidate must possess the ability to make presentations at the executive levels of client companies. The ability to manage multiple projects effectively and efficiently is most important.The ideal candidate must be self-confident and self-motivated, dynamic, accomplished, and viewed as an individual who can advance within Korn Ferry.Successful candidates will have good judgment and possess superior interpersonal and evaluative skills.They will take direction well, be detail oriented and able to work well to tight deadlines. They will have a relentless sense of ownership and urgency.The Associate/Senior Associate/Managing Associate will be as comfortable working independently as they are part of a team.Education & SkillsAn undergraduate degree or equivalent is preferred.
Salary range represents the compensation Korn Ferry expects to pay to a candidate with the requirements for the job posted. Korn Ferry offers competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience.
Internal Mobility at Korn FerryIf you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
