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Reports To:
Vice President Advancement
Position Status:
FT - Full-Time
Posted Pay Range:
Lead Strategic Fundraising & Innovation as Assistant Chief Advancement Officer at CWI!
Are you a visionary fundraiser and strategic leader ready to make a lasting impact in higher education The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking an Assistant Chief Advancement Officer Strategic Initiatives to drive major gift campaigns lead high-impact projects and shape the future of philanthropy and institutional advancement.
Why Join CWI
At CWI we are committed to accessible high-quality education that transforms lives and strengthens our this pivotal leadership role youll collaborate across departments mentor colleagues and lead initiatives that directly support student success academic excellence and community engagement.
Benefits:
CWI offers one of the most affordable and comprehensive benefits packages in higher education including:
Premium healthcare plans
11% employer retirement contributions
Tuition discounts
Generous personal leave
Professional development opportunities
Fundraising Leadership with Purpose:
Develop and execute a comprehensive major gifts strategy aligned with institutional priorities
Cultivate and steward a portfolio of major gift prospects including individuals families foundations and corporations
Collaborate with Advancement leadership to design targeted solicitation plans and stewardship activities
Strategic Initiatives that Drive Impact:
Lead and manage high-priority initiatives from inception to implementation
Coordinate cross-functionally with college leadership faculty and external partners
Define goals budgets timelines and success metrics for strategic projects
Collaborative Donor Engagement:
Design and implement donor relations strategies that align with CWIs mission and fundraising goals
Serve as a liaison to college leadership committees and external boards
Oversee stewardship strategies including recognition impact reporting and engagement
Compelling Communications & Campaign Support:
Partner with Advancement colleagues to craft persuasive proposals and impact narratives
Prepare executive-level briefings and progress reports for leadership and donors
Team Leadership & Culture Building:
Foster a collaborative results-driven culture within the Advancement team
Mentor development staff and support professional growth
Ensure compliance with ethical standards and institutional policies
Key Responsibilities:
Major Gifts & Donor Strategy
Lead major gift campaigns and donor engagement
Develop tailored solicitation and stewardship plans
Strategic Project Leadership
Manage cross-functional initiatives with measurable outcomes
Align projects with institutional priorities
Communications & Collaboration
Create compelling donor materials and executive briefings
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders
Team Development & Compliance
Mentor staff and build team capacity
Uphold fundraising ethics and regulatory standards
What Were Looking For:
Bachelors degree in nonprofit management communications business or related field (Masters preferred)
710 years of fundraising experience with a strong record in major gifts
Proven success leading strategic initiatives and cross-functional teams
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
Strategic thinker with strong project management capabilities
Proficiency in donor management systems (e.g. Raisers Edge Salesforce)
Analytical mindset with data-driven decision-making skills
Commitment to ethics integrity and donor-centric practices
Additional Instructions For Applicants:
Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring managers discretion. All candidates must reside within or be willing to relocate to a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status gender identity sexual orientation or any other applicable legally protected status.
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
