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CASE lists this Chief Advancement Officer opportunity in evanston, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
THE ROLE
The Chief Advancement Officer is the Foundation's chief executive, leading every aspect of its philanthropic enterprise —
major and principal gifts, the Evanston to Everywhere campaign, annual giving, alumni relations, advancement
communications, and development operations. The CAO reports to the Superintendent, partners closely with the
Foundation Board of Directors, and is accountable to both the Superintendent and the Board for performance and full
transparency in reporting.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Fundraising & Campaign Leadership
Lead and personally engage in the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of leadership, major, and principal gifts —
including full execution of the Evanston to Everywhere capital campaign
Grow planned giving, endowment, and investment strategies that secure the Foundation's long-term financial health
Partner with the Foundation Board to build and drive a multi-year strategic plan that grows annual and capital
revenue
Guide prospect research, portfolio strategy, and proposal writing across the development team
Partner with the District 202 CFO on capital campaign project management
Board & Institutional Partnership
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Superintendent and a key partner to the Foundation Board and its committees
Partner with District 202 CFO to understand ETHS’s financial needs and capabilities, both with the capital campaign
and ongoing support
Manage Board and Executive Committee agendas, materials, and new-member onboarding alongside the Board Chair
Develop a comprehensive staff-held strategy to communicate with, energize, activate, and engage Board and
Committee members
Prepare budgets, quarterly reports, and audit materials that give the Board and District full visibility into Foundation
performance
Team & Operations Leadership
Lead, coach, and evaluate Foundation and Alumni Relations staff, building a culture of philanthropy and teamwork
Manage the Foundation's gift-tracking systems, fundraising policies, and annual budget process
Oversee the investment of Foundation funds in coordination with the Foundation Treasurer
Communications & Alumni Engagement
Represent ETHS and the Foundation at public, donor, and alumni events
Collaborate with Director of Development and Director of Advancement Communications to elevate donor-focused
storytelling with strong advancement communications, including the Annual Appeal, Annual Report, and donor
recognition
Collaborate with the Director of Alumni Relations to lead Alumni Relations, including reunions, the Distinguished
Alumni Awards, and Board growth
Foster collaboration between the Foundation and Alumni Relations to maximize connections between donors and
alumni alike
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
10+ years in charitable fund development, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role
A track record of closing major and principal gifts and leading capital campaigns from strategy through execution
Success building and motivating high-performing teams, volunteer boards, and cross-functional partnerships
Excellent written, verbal, and public communication skills, with the presence to represent ETHS to donors, alumni,
and the community
Fluency with donor databases and gift-tracking systems
Familiarity with the Evanston/Skokie, Chicagoland, or comparable philanthropic communities is a plus
A genuine belief in the mission of ETHS and the students it serves
Ability to travel periodically both regionally and nationally
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Worksite address
evanston, IL, 60208, US
Who can apply
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