Chief Advancement Officer — Alumni & Fundraising Growth

Southwestern Adventist University; Keene (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwestern Adventist University, based in Keene, Texas, seeks a Vice President for Advancement to lead all fundraising and donor relations efforts on site. The role directs major gifts, annual giving, and donor cultivation, while supervising staff and coordinating with university leadership on strategic priorities.

The VP will represent SWAU at events, build strong stakeholder relationships, and uphold ethical fundraising practices aligned with the university's mission.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated philanthropic leadership with major gift fundraising

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and execute comprehensive advancement strategies.
• Supervise advancement team members.
• Oversee prospect research and donor cultivation.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and academic units on priorities.
• Prepare reports and presentations for the President and Board.
• Represent the university at internal and external events.
• Foster relationships with donors and stakeholders; ensure ethical standards.

Skills

Philanthropic leadership

Alumni relations

Major gifts fundraising

Annual giving

Donor prospect research

Strategic planning

Staff supervision

Stakeholder engagement

Ethical fundraising

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Southwestern Adventist University, based in Keene, Texas, seeks a Vice President for Advancement to lead all fundraising and donor relations efforts on site. The role directs major gifts, annual giving, and donor cultivation, while supervising staff and coordinating with university leadership on strategic priorities.

The VP will represent SWAU at events, build strong stakeholder relationships, and uphold ethical fundraising practices aligned with the university's mission.