Chief Advancement & Campaigns Leader

Bennett College; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett College is seeking a Chief Institutional Advancement Officer to lead fundraising strategy and donor engagement from its Greensboro campus. The CIAO will report to the President and partner with senior leaders to align advancement priorities with academic and growth objectives.

The role requires a proven track record in securing major gifts, building fundraising pipelines, and directing high-performing teams within a mission-driven higher education setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in nonprofit management, higher education administration, or related field preferred.
• 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience in advancement, philanthropy, development, or related field, including senior leadership of fundraising strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year institutional advancement strategy aligned with the President’s priorities and long-term sustainability.
• Lead major and principal gift solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship.
• Oversee donor relations, alumnae engagement, foundations and corporate giving.
• Strengthen advancement operations including CRM data integrity, reporting, and moves-management.

Job description

Bennett College is seeking a Chief Institutional Advancement Officer to lead fundraising strategy and donor engagement from its Greensboro campus. The CIAO will report to the President and partner with senior leaders to align advancement priorities with academic and growth objectives.

The role requires a proven track record in securing major gifts, building fundraising pipelines, and directing high-performing teams within a mission-driven higher education setting.