Chief Advancement Officer
On-siteIndianapolis, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Provide leadership for The Oaks Academy's advancement strategy, aligning philanthropic priorities with the school's mission, growth objectives, and long-term financial sustainability. Lead and oversee all fundraising initiatives, including major gifts, annual giving, capital campaigns, planned giving, stewardship, events, and donor engagement. Manage and grow a portfolio of major donors and prospects, build a comprehensive planned giving program, and provide leadership, coaching, and professional development for a high-performing advancement team of four professionals. Ensure ethical stewardship of donor relationships, oversee advancement operations including budgeting and prospect research, and collaborate with Marketing and Communications to strengthen fundraising campaigns and alumni engagement. Serve as a visible ambassador for the school, communicate its Christ-centered mission to diverse constituencies, and contribute to strategic planning as a member of the Leadership Team.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrates a relationship-first approach to fundraising and donor engagement
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive fundraising experience, preferably in a faith-based, educational, or nonprofit setting
- Proven success in cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts
- Experience leading, developing, and managing high-performing teams
- Demonstrated track record of fundraising success, including achieving ambitious philanthropic goals
- Strategic thinker with the ability to align advancement initiatives with organizational priorities and long-term objectives
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Committed Christian who actively supports and embraces the Christ-centered mission, values, and culture of The Oaks Academy
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