Chief Advancement Officer (CAO)

Chief Advancement Officer (CAO)

About the Company

Top-ranked private university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1853

Employees
501-1000

Categories

• Education
• Arcadia University

Specialties

• #1 in study abroad
• graduate
• undergraduate
• physical therapy
• doctorate degrees
• health sciences
• physician assistant
• master's degree
• university
• private college
• forensic science
• mfa creative writing
• study abroad
• and mba

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) to lead the development and implementation of a bold philanthropic vision. The successful candidate will be a seasoned, creative, and strategic advancement professional, responsible for partnering with the President, the Board of Trustees, and other key institutional partners to inspire support for the company's mission and strategic plan. The CAO will be tasked with leading a comprehensive advancement program, including major and principal gifts, annual giving, planned giving, and corporate and foundation relations. A key aspect of the role is to build and nurture relationships with alumni, friends, and various partners, and to create new and innovative pathways for support. The ideal candidate will be an enterprising team leader and a compelling storyteller, with a focus on long-term financial sustainability and institutional excellence. Applicants for the CAO position at the company should be prepared to serve as a visionary and collaborative institutional leader, centering on the company's philanthropic priorities and seeking input from faculty and students. The role requires a professional who can effectively illustrate the impact of philanthropy on the student experience and the transformative power of education. The CAO will also be responsible for setting annual and multi-year philanthropic goals, working closely with the President and Board of Trustees, and managing the day-to-day operations of the affiliated nonprofit entity. A strong background in prospect identification, relationship building, and innovative engagement strategies is essential, as is the ability to work with the CFO to expand and diversify the company's endowment. The position demands a candidate with a deep commitment to the values of the company and a passion for advancing its mission through the cultivation of meaningful and authentic relationships.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration
• Non-Profit Management