Chief Advancement Officer

Rainier Scholars•Seattle, WA

About The Position

Rainier Scholars seeks a Chief Advancement Officer to lead its Advancement program as the organization enters an important next chapter. For more than 25 years, Rainier Scholars has provided students with educational and leadership opportunities through a long-term model beginning in fifth grade and continuing through college graduation. The organization has a strong foundation, including a respected presence in the Puget Sound region, a committed community of donors and partners, and an Advancement program that generates significant annual philanthropic support. The Chief Advancement Officer will bring seasoned leadership and fresh energy to this work by deepening relationships with longstanding supporters, reaching new generations of donors, growing foundation and corporate partnerships, and strengthening the systems and strategies that drive fundraising. The role will help Rainier Scholars translate its future ambitions into philanthropic opportunity and advance educational equity and access to academic, professional, and leadership opportunities for young people, families, and communities. Rainier Scholars has partnered with Lindauer to conduct the search. Applicants are directed to submit a resume through the Lindauer website. The search team welcomes questions, nominations, and referrals.

Responsibilities

  • Deepen relationships with longstanding supporters.
  • Reach new generations of donors.
  • Grow foundation and corporate partnerships.
  • Strengthen the systems and strategies that drive fundraising.
  • Help translate Rainier Scholars’ ambitions for the future into philanthropic opportunity.
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