Chief Advancement Officer (CAO)

The Company seeks a Chief Advancement Officer to lead fundraising, marketing and communications, and constituent engagement. The role will shape philanthropic priorities and prepare for a future campaign, while personally cultivating and soliciting major gifts. The CAO will strengthen annual and planned giving, alumnae engagement, prospect management, stewardship, and the use of data and technology. The position also involves leading and developing the advancement team, partnering with senior leadership and trustees, and connecting the institution’s story with community engagement and enrollment. Candidates should bring significant, progressively responsible advancement and fundraising leadership experience, including success securing major gifts and leading capital or comprehensive campaigns. Experience in an independent school, higher education, or comparable nonprofit setting is required; faith-based education experience is desirable. Strong strategic planning, financial management, analytical, communication, and team leadership skills are essential, along with knowledge of contemporary fundraising practices, donor stewardship, and constituent relationship management systems. The ideal candidate is a confident, mission-centered fundraiser who builds trusted relationships, works collaboratively with institutional leaders and volunteers, and can translate priorities into effective plans.