Advancement Officer

Campbell Hall-Episcopal•Studio City, CA

About The Position

Campbell Hall seeks a versatile advancement professional for a two-year appointment during a pivotal period in the school’s history. The role combines frontline fundraising with strategic event production as the school approaches the close of the CH NEXT capital campaign and prepares for Head of School Julian Bull’s retirement. The Advancement Officer will manage a major-gift portfolio focused on endowment growth and the “Julian 25 Years” retirement initiative, support the closing phase of the Holiday Center campaign, and produce a May 2028 tribute gala honoring the Head of School’s tenure. The appointment may be converted to a permanent role based on institutional need, performance, mutual interest, budget, and departmental structure. The Advancement Officer reports to the Director of Advancement and works collaboratively with the Advancement team. The position manages 75 leadership-level prospects, pursues gifts of $50,000 and above, and supports fundraising across endowment, planned giving, campaign, and tribute initiatives. It also leads production of the Head of School Tribute Gala, including budget, planning, vendors, volunteers, sponsorships, tribute content, and post-event reporting. The role contributes to campaign communications and department-wide goals, and tracks fundraising and event progress for department leadership and the Board Advancement Committee as requested. The appointment begins on or about January 5, 2027, and concludes on or about January 2029. The conversion decision will be communicated no later than six months before the end of the appointment term.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
5–7 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, including direct solicitation of gifts of $25,000 or more.
Demonstrated track record of managing a donor portfolio and meeting or exceeding revenue goals.
Experience with event production or project management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build authentic relationships across diverse constituencies.
Experience with fundraising CRM systems.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and balance competing priorities.
Ability to handle confidential materials and information with tact and discretion.
Appreciation for and understanding of Campbell Hall’s mission and values, and ability to communicate them to external constituencies.

Nice To Haves

Experience in independent school or higher education advancement.
Capital campaign experience.
Experience with endowment fundraising and planned giving.
Large-scale gala or benefit event production experience.
Foundation relations and grant writing experience.
Familiarity with wealth screening tools such as iWave or Prospect Insights.
Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Budget management experience.
Experience managing volunteer committees.
Raiser’s Edge/NXT experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of 75 leadership-level donor prospects capable of gifts of $50,000 and above, emphasizing endowment, planned giving, campaign, and Head of School tribute giving.
Conduct 10–15 meaningful donor contacts per month through visits, personalized outreach, and cultivation events.
Develop and execute individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies using a moves management framework.
Lead the “Julian 25 Years” initiative by identifying, cultivating, and soliciting donors for endowment gifts, named funds, tribute commitments, or Holiday Center gifts.
Generate $500,000–$1,000,000 or more in annual philanthropic revenue outside the Gala.
Prepare and present gift proposals for endowment, capital campaign, planned giving, and annual fund leadership gifts.
Identify, qualify, and add new prospects to the pipeline through campus engagement, event attendance, and community involvement.
Support the community phase of the CH NEXT capital campaign, including prospect identification, cultivation events, and direct solicitation.
Contribute to closing the remaining $8.2 million of the Holiday Center campaign goal.
Support planned giving program development and endowment outreach to alumni and long-tenured families.
Maintain accurate and timely records of donor interactions, proposals, and commitments in Raiser’s Edge/NXT, and participate in prospect management meetings.
Serve as staff lead for the May 2028 Head of School Tribute Gala.
Develop and manage the tribute gala budget, timeline, and production plan in partnership with the Director of Advancement.
Produce $800,000 or more in gala revenue.
Recruit, train, and support gala committee volunteers and serve as the primary staff liaison to event co-chairs approved by the Director of Advancement.
Oversee vendors, including venue, catering, entertainment, and production providers.
Coordinate tribute content, including video production, written tributes, testimonials, and legacy storytelling.
Collaborate with the Communications team on event marketing, invitations, and promotional materials.
Manage sponsorship solicitation and underwriting, coordinating with other gift officers when prospects overlap.
Prepare post-event financial reporting and analysis.
Provide event production support for other Advancement initiatives as assigned by the Director of Advancement.
Support Advancement Department goals and collaborate across Campaign & Major Gifts and Community Giving & Engagement.
Contribute to campaign communications strategy, case-for-support materials, and donor presentations.
Track and report campaign, endowment, and event progress to department leadership and the Board Advancement Committee as requested.
Participate in Advancement team meetings, retreats, and professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Advancement.