Chief Advancement Officer: Strategic Fundraising & Alumni

Inside Philanthropy; Glenside (PA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Tuition benefits for employees and fam

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Arcadia University seeks a seasoned, creative, strategic advancement professional to serve as Chief Advancement Officer (CAO). Reporting to the President, the CAO will partner with the Board of Trustees, senior leadership, alumni, and foundations to build a bold philanthropic vision aligned with Arcadia 2030 and the university’s mission.

The CAO will lead fundraising, major gifts, alumni engagement, and corporate and foundation partnerships; cultivate relationships with internal and external

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive advancement strategy aligned with Arcadia's mission.
• Optimize major and principal gift fundraising and donor engagement.
• Expand alumni giving through lifecycle engagement and friendraising.
• Assess campaign capacity and readiness with leadership and board.
• Increase corporate and foundation partnerships and stewardship.

Job description

Arcadia University seeks a seasoned, creative, strategic advancement professional to serve as Chief Advancement Officer (CAO). Reporting to the President, the CAO will partner with the Board of Trustees, senior leadership, alumni, and foundations to build a bold philanthropic vision aligned with Arcadia 2030 and the university’s mission.

The CAO will lead fundraising, major gifts, alumni engagement, and corporate and foundation partnerships; cultivate relationships with internal and external