Carnegie Mellon University · 2 months ago
Chief Advancement Officer – Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expCarnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy is seeking a Chief Advancement Officer to help lead efforts to develop philanthropic support for the university. The CAO will partner with the Dean to set a strategic advancement vision, manage advancement staff, and secure major gifts while collaborating with various university departments.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Providing leadership and management of all Advancement-related activities in the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy
Serving as a senior member of the Dean’s leadership team, as well as members of the CMU Advancement Leadership Council
Identifying and articulating fundraising priorities for assigned areas in support of strategic objectives
Setting the strategy for and supporting the development activity for the Dean, senior faculty members, key administrators, and other essential stakeholders
Coordinating fundraising activities with colleagues in corporate relations, foundation relations, and other advancement offices across the university
Collaborating with University Advancement departments, including donor relations, alumni relations, and advancement services
Reporting on the results of all advancement activities
Managing a portfolio of donors and prospects for the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy
Being accountable for reaching unit-based fundraising goals
Traveling domestically and possibly internationally
Developing and managing a budget to support advancement activities
Leading, coaching, and evaluating the performance of assigned staff
Creating an environment that rewards excellence, creativity, integrity, and teamwork
Helping maximize effectiveness across all levels of the organization through additional assignments
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree required (master's degree or equivalent combination of training and experience is preferred)
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible development experience is required
Successful background check
Advanced knowledge of major gift fundraising and capital campaigns
Demonstrated success in developing and managing relationships with deans, volunteers, leadership, and major donors and prospects
Management experience including an ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve goals
Cultural sensitivity in interacting with a diverse alumni population, both domestically and internationally
The ability to initiate, analyze, monitor, evaluate, and update strategic development plans
Excellent writing, analytical, and organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to collaboration
Energy, self-motivation, flexibility, and adaptability
A commitment to Carnegie Mellon University's mission
Preferred
3-5 years of experience leading and supervising teams is preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
Tuition benefits
Ample paid time off and observed holidays
Life and accidental death and disability insurance
Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
Access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
Fitness center access
Company
Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University is a private research university that offers degrees in technology, arts, and various other fields.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$488.58MKey Investors
ICANNAppalachian Regional CommissioneBPF Foundation
2025-05-29Grant· $0.45M
2024-09-05Grant· $0.5M
2024-08-29Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
Amy Coutu
Assistant Vice President, Enterprise Applications
Chirag Patel
Adjunct Professor
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