President and Chief Executive Officer

AGB Search; New Jersey; On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kean University Foundation seeks a President and Chief Executive Officer to provide visionary, enterprise-level leadership for philanthropic strategy, governance, operations and financial stewardship.

Working with the Foundation Board, the University President, donors and partners, the CEO will build on record growth, strengthen infrastructure and expand private support for Kean University's ambitious agenda. This is a dynamic opportunity to advance higher education in New Jersey and beyond.

Job description

The Kean University Foundation, an independent 501(c)(3) organization committed solely to supporting Kean University, seeks an accomplished, strategic and mission-driven executive to serve as its next President and Chief Executive Officer at a time of extraordinary momentum for both the Foundation and the University it serves.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a growing university foundation aligned with one of the nation's most dynamic public urban research universities. As Kean University expands its academic reach, strengthens its research profile and increases its impact throughout New Jersey and beyond, the Foundation is positioned to play an increasingly important role in securing the philanthropic support and strategic partnerships needed to advance the University's ambitions.

The Foundation is experiencing remarkable growth. In FY2025, it secured more than $10 million in gifts and pledges, the highest level of support in its history. With growing donor engagement, expanding philanthropic momentum and significant opportunities ahead, the organization is well positioned to deepen its impact and help shape the next chapter of the University's success.

The next President and CEO will provide enterprise-level leadership for all aspects of the Foundation’s work, including philanthropic strategy, governance, operations, financial stewardship, board engagement, institutional alignment and long-term organizational growth. Working closely with the Foundation Board of Directors, the University President, senior University leadership, alumni, donors and community partners, this visionary and collaborative leader will build on record-setting success, strengthen the Foundation’s infrastructure and help shape the future of private support for a university with growing impact in New Jersey and around the world.

Information about the role, opportunities and priorities, desired experience and preferred qualifications, along with additional information about the Kean University Foundation and Kean University can be found in the leadership profile above.