Chief Development Officer

The Company is in search of a Chief Development Officer to serve as the lead fundraising strategist and primary partner in philanthropic strategy and alumni engagement. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the next chapter of fundraising and alumni engagement, building on significant institutional momentum to advance the company's mission and priorities. This role involves overseeing a large team of professionals across various fundraising and engagement functions, including major and principal gifts, alumni and corporate relations, foundation relations, advancement services, and strategic communications. The Chief Development Officer will also have full responsibility for the department's operating budget. Applicants for the Chief Development Officer position at the company should be prepared to take on a pivotal role in a premier global institution. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising and a deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape. A background in engineering or a related field is a plus, as it provides a clear sense of the main driving forces in the evolution of business and society. The role requires a strategic thinker with the ability to directly shape the future of the institution, and a strong focus on the values of inclusivity, community, and real-time connection to industry and practice. The Chief Development Officer will be at the forefront of the company's efforts to create value for business and society, and must be ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities of a rapidly changing and disruptive global environment.