Chief Advancement Officer
Chief Advancement Officer
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Fraser Academy (FA) is a nonprofit education and training centre dedicated to serving students with dyslexiawho make up as much as 20 of the population the majority (estimated at 80 of whom go undiagnosed. Renowned for its Independent Day School (Grades 112 and expanding outreach and teacher training centre FA is a recognized leader in dyslexia education across North America. In response to continued gaps and inequities in the education system FA is leading an initiative to establish Canadas first Centre for Dyslexiaa centre of excellence grounded in 40 years of evidencebased practice. This transformative initiative will provide innovative learner programs researchbased teacher training and systemwide support for schools families and communities. The Centre for Dyslexia will collaborate with educators governments and partners locally and globally to create systemic change and ensure no child with dyslexia is left behind.
FA is seeking a dynamic visionary and highly strategic Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) to join its Executive Team at a pivotal moment in this journey. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) the CAO will help deliver on a new strategic plan and lead all Advancement functions including philanthropy marketing and communications alumni relations and community engagement. This is a rare opportunity to drive an ambitious highimpact campaign to establish Canadas first Centre for Dyslexiawhile elevating its profile on provincial national and global stages.
The ideal candidate is an accomplished valuesdriven community leader with a proven track record in Campaign fundraising and brand growth. This individual will be an established Chief Advancement/Development Officer VicePresident or a secondincommand with 7 years of senior leadership experience poised to step into such a role. They will have deep expertise in fundraising strategy having led and delivered on successful comprehensive/capital campaigns and personally secured transformational gifts. In addition to their fundraising and marketing and communications expertise the ideal CAO will be a natural relationshipbuilder with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. They will inspire mentor and empower a team to be highperforming while fostering a collaborative positive and inclusive culture. The successful candidate will possess a growth mindset and an entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to drive innovation and continuously improve the Advancement function all while maximizing impact. They will also be adept at working closely with senior leadership Board and volunteers as well as the community.
Most importantly the ideal CAO will demonstrate a genuine passion for inclusive learnercentered education and be fully aligned with each of FA and the Centres missions to support students with dyslexia. They will serve as a powerful and visible advocate for the impact in education and society that is possible through effective prevention and intervention programs and play an instrumental role in raising the profile of the cause and engaging communities to secure the resources needed to realize a visionary agenda. The expected salary range for this position is $185000 to $230000 annually accompanied by a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package.
Applications as well as inquiries and referrals are invited. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume (including a section summarizing standout accomplishments). Applications should be addressed to Fraser Academy CAO Search Committee via email to.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
