Chief of Staff, Development & Campaigns

The Company is in search of a Development Chief of Staff and Executive Director of Campaigns for Development and Alumni Relations. This senior leadership role is pivotal in serving as a strategic partner to the Senior Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations and an operational leader for a large team of professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible for the operational leadership of the company's upcoming comprehensive campaign, ensuring the division is aligned and making progress. This includes coordinating all aspects of the campaign, from planning to execution, and overseeing day-to-day divisional activities. The role also involves strengthening procedures and workflows, supporting gift activities, and preparing the SVP for various meetings. The ideal candidate will be a trusted relationship builder with strong judgment, emotional intelligence, and communication skills, capable of leading through complexity and competing priorities. Applicants for the Development Chief of Staff and Executive Director of Campaigns position at the company should be prepared to take on a demanding yet rewarding role. The company values a candidate who can foster a culture of collaboration and accountability, and who is adept at managing a team of nearly 60 professionals. The role requires a leader with the ability to work closely with the SVP, who is the chief fundraiser, and to provide the necessary structure, coordination, and judgment to keep the division moving forward. The candidate should be a strategic thinker, capable of handling the operational aspects of a major campaign, and be committed to the principles of the company, which include a focus on academic excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and environmental sustainability. Strong leadership skills and the ability to navigate through a complex and dynamic environment are essential.