Chief Advancement Officer

Episcopal Schools; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Andrew's Episcopal School in Jackson, MS seeks a strategic leader to guide all fundraising activities, including major gifts, annual giving, endowment and capital campaigns.

The role oversees donor relations, stewardship, events, and collaboration with the Parents’ Association and Booster Club to advance mission-aligned financial support. You will hire and coach the advancement team, develop the annual budget, stay current with best practices, and represent the school in the broader

Qualifications

• At least ten years of advancement, fundraising or related field with leadership experience.
• Experience with relational databases; Raiser's Edge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee annual fundraising, major gifts, planned giving, endowment and capital campaigns.
• Execute stewardship plan to foster a culture of philanthropy.
• Nurture donor relations and advocate for donor intent across activities.
• Steward collections from outstanding pledges and ensure timely follow-up.

Skills

Advancement leadership

Fundraising strategy

Donor relations

Stewardship

Strategic partnerships

Team leadership

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Google Suite

Job description

St. Andrew's Episcopal School in Jackson, MS seeks a strategic leader to guide all fundraising activities, including major gifts, annual giving, endowment and capital campaigns.

The role oversees donor relations, stewardship, events, and collaboration with the Parents’ Association and Booster Club to advance mission-aligned financial support. You will hire and coach the advancement team, develop the annual budget, stay current with best practices, and represent the school in the broader