Chief Development Officer

About Every Cure:  
Every Cure was founded to uncover and repurpose existing drugs to treat the millions of patients who suffer from diseases without approved treatments. By focusing on drug repurposing, we aim to provide affordable and accessible therapies for those suffering from diseases that are often overlooked in traditional drug development. Through artificial intelligence technologies, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and patient advocacy, Every Cure is dedicated to unlocking the full potential of existing medicines to treat every disease and every patient we possibly can.  

Our approach:  

• AI-Powered Identification: We use advanced artificial intelligence to analyze the world’s biomedical knowledge and identify FDA-approved drugs that can be repurposed for untreated conditions. This cutting-edge technology enables us to explore new therapeutic possibilities efficiently.
• Open-Source Database: Our open-source database integrates diverse datasets to facilitate transparency and collaboration within the scientific community, maximizing the potential for discovering new treatments.
• High-Impact Focus: We prioritize drug repurposing opportunities that can benefit neglected patient communities, ensuring our efforts address the most pressing needs.
• Rigorous Validation: Promising opportunities are thoroughly validated through laboratory and clinical studies to confirm their efficacy and safety before advancing to broader applications.
• Equitable Access: We are committed to ensuring that new cures are accessible to all patients, regardless of geographic or economic barriers. 

Every Cure seeks a dynamic Chief Development Officer to lead our strategic vision and operational execution in fundraising and development. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the CDO will have the unique opportunity to build a full-fledged development program upon early fundraising success. This individual will drive efforts to expand the organization's reach through transformational gifts, advancing rare disease awareness, and promoting a strong organizational reputation. The CDO will act as a spokesperson, advocating for our mission on local, national, and international stages, ensuring we achieve our development goals to support and further understand those impacted by rare diseases.

How you will make an impact:  

• Strategic Leadership and Vision: Develop and implement a strategic vision for fundraising aligned with the organization’s mission and goals, advising senior management and participating in strategic planning.
• Fundraising and Revenue Generation: Lead the creation and execution of a comprehensive fundraising plan, identifying and soliciting major gifts, and preparing for a Comprehensive Campaign in 2025.
• Integrate and Optimize Emerging Technologies: Utilize AI, machine learning, and data analytics to enhance fundraising efforts through donor insights, automated tools, and personalized engagement strategies.
• Donor Relations and Stewardship: Build and maintain strong donor relationships, implement recognition and stewardship programs, and ensure timely acknowledgment and effective use of donor funds.
• Advocacy and Representation: Serve as the principal advocate for the organization, increasing awareness and engagement through public speaking, community involvement, and media relations.
• Team Leadership and Management: Lead, mentor, and develop the fundraising team, fostering a collaborative environment and setting performance metrics to achieve organizational goals.
• Operational Oversight: Manage the development department’s budget, oversee marketing and communications functions, and implement effective systems for donor management and data reporting.
• Board and Executive Collaboration: Advise senior leadership on Board collaboration, provide updates on fundraising progress, and engage Board members in fundraising activities.
• Compliance and Ethical Standards: Ensure all fundraising activities comply with legal, ethical, and industry standards, maintaining accountability and transparency in all operations.

What you will bring to the team: 

• Experience: At least ten years of frontline fundraising experience in the nonprofit sector, particularly within healthcare, academic medicine, or research institutes, with a proven track record in fundraising, principal gifts, and strategy. 
• Fundraising Expertise: Demonstrated success in managing an entire fundraising department, securing major gifts, developing comprehensive strategies, closing principal gifts, overseeing annual giving, planned giving, and integrating machine learning and AI within a development program.
• Advocacy Skills: Strong ability to advocate for and promote the organization's mission, with effective communication and presentation skills.
• Relationship-Building: Exceptional skills in building relationships and negotiating with donors, colleagues, advisors, and board members.
• Leadership Skills: Extensive experience leading, mentoring, and developing fundraising and development teams to achieve organizational goals while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages continuous learning and professional growth.
• Operational Skills: Proven ability to manage the development department’s budget, ensure efficient use of resources, align with organizational priorities, collaborate with the Director of External Affairs to oversee marketing and communications for fundraising, and implement effective systems for donor management, gift processing, and data reporting.
• Personal Attributes: A community-focused leader who is collaborative, engaging, and results-driven. 

Perks: 

• Your paycheck: Competitive salary based on experience, ranging from $200,000 - $240,000 annually
• Health and wellness: Comprehensive plans with medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for eligible healthcare expenses.
• Future nest egg: 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match of 3.5%, helping you save for your future.
• Relax and recharge: Generous time off, including paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays.
• We have you covered: Comprehensive paid leave for family and medical needs, ensuring you have the support you need during important times. 

This role can be based in either Philadelphia, PA or New York, NY, with a requirement to work in the office three days per week. 

Every Cure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.