Chief Advancement Officer

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Job Title:

Chief Advancement Officer

Department:

Advancement | Development Constituency Fundraising

Position Overview

The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) for the College of Engineering serves as the head fundraiser for the college, leading all development, alumni relations and donor experience activities. The CAO creates and leads the strategy to identify, develop and maintain a robust pipeline of donors to the college through strategic direction of a large team of experienced professionals.

 

The CAO will be responsible for managing their own portfolio of major and principal level prospects and driving continued growth in the college’s annual fundraising efforts.  They will work closely with the Dean to align fundraising priorities with the college’s strategic vision and goals.  

 

The CAO will also create partnerships with college leadership to advance the culture of philanthropy among college chairs and directors, faculty and staff. Additionally, they will build effective relationships with central Advancement leadership to facilitate the fundraising agenda. Utilizing these relationships, they will provide counsel and guidance to align college strategies and priorities to compelling fundraising opportunities with high-impact prospects.

 

The CAO reports to the Associate Vice President of Development.

 

This position is based in Columbus, Ohio and does require flexible hours and frequent travel.

 

All members of Advancement are part of creating a culture that inspires an exceptionally multifaceted and talented team and are expected to exhibit The Ohio State University’s Shared Values. The Office of Advancement is committed to acting with kindness, respect, and integrity at all times and welcoming our colleagues’ ideas, voices, and perspectives, acknowledging that we are better together.

 

About the College of Engineering

Since The Ohio State University was born in 1870, engineering has been central to its land grant mission. Then and now, Buckeye Engineers make the world a better place. Ohio State Engineering is where education, discovery and economic development collaborate to innovate.

 

Home to a top-ranked engineering program, Ohio State provides an unparalleled learning environment and career preparation alongside an unforgettable student experience. With access to 15 majors, world-class faculty and facilities, and a wide array of hands-on learning and research experiences, the opportunities are endless with Ohio State Engineering.

 

The Chief Advancement Officer will find an established environment where an entrepreneurial-minded individual can quickly thrive. Every gift secured goes towards exciting and meaningful impact from educating the next generation of problem solvers and critical thinkers to advancing incredible research in advanced manufacturing, medical devices, artificial intelligence and energy. Development is a high priority for all leaders within the college and they have designated appropriate resources to support this highly collaborative development team.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

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Provides leadership and creates the strategy to identify and develop a robust pipeline of donors; supervises and directs development professionals across multiple areas; conducts prospect strategy sessions; advocate