Chief Philanthropy & External Affairs Officer

University of Northwestern - St. Paul; Minnesota; On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Northwestern – St. Paul seeks a Chief Institutional Advancement Officer to lead the institution's comprehensive advancement and fundraising initiatives.

You will set strategic direction for philanthropy, engagement, government relations, and external communications to advance the mission. As a member of the executive leadership team, you will build a high‑performing advancement organization, cultivate donor and partner relationships, and align priorities with sustainable growth and

Qualifications

• Strategic leadership for advancement and fundraising.
• Donor engagement and partnerships development.
• Capital campaign planning and management.
• Advancement operations, stewardship, and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the institution's advancement enterprise and fundraising growth.
• Lead transformational philanthropic partnerships and donor engagement across stakeholders.
• Direct capital and special campaigns to expand philanthropic support and revenue.
• Ensure excellence in advancement operations, stewardship, and accountability.

Job description

University of Northwestern – St. Paul seeks a Chief Institutional Advancement Officer to lead the institution's comprehensive advancement and fundraising initiatives.

You will set strategic direction for philanthropy, engagement, government relations, and external communications to advance the mission. As a member of the executive leadership team, you will build a high‑performing advancement organization, cultivate donor and partner relationships, and align priorities with sustainable growth and