Chief Advancement & Donor Engagement Officer

East Central University; Ada (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

East Central University in Ada, OK seeks a Chief Advancement Officer to lead fundraising, donor relations, and growth for the university and ECU Foundation.

You will oversee staff, manage major campaigns, and build relationships with alumni, donors, and foundations to raise revenue and raise the university's visibility.

This exempt role requires a Bachelor's degree and several years in fundraising or sales, with proven leadership and collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 3–5 years in fundraising or sales.
• Proven track record in fundraising from diverse sources.
• Proven leadership of people and processes in large organizations.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a portfolio of major donors to increase revenue.
• Lead advancement staff and coordinate with ECU and Foundation leadership.
• Develop annual strategic fundraising plans with executives.
• Cultivate alumni, donors, and foundations to raise ECU's visibility.
• Set goals for staff and report progress to senior leadership.
• Plan and oversee major fundraising campaigns and events on and off campus.

Skills

Fundraising

Leadership

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Communication

Data analysis

Project management

Collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Blackbaud (Raiser's Edge)

Job description

East Central University in Ada, OK seeks a Chief Advancement Officer to lead fundraising, donor relations, and growth for the university and ECU Foundation.

You will oversee staff, manage major campaigns, and build relationships with alumni, donors, and foundations to raise revenue and raise the university's visibility.

This exempt role requires a Bachelor's degree and several years in fundraising or sales, with proven leadership and collaborative skills.