Chief Development Officer

Lindauer Global is pleased to partner with Rawson Saunders in its search for a Chief Development Officer.
Rawson Saunders is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO). This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and experienced development professional to lead and innovate within a school renowned for its transformative approach to dyslexia education.
The CDO will be part of a dedicated team that empowers and inspires students to become confident lifelong learners and extraordinary contributors to the world.
Reporting directly to the Head of School and collaborating with the Rawson Saunders Board of Trustees, the CDO will lead a dynamic development program designed to meet the school’s annual fundraising goals and support its strategic vision.
In the role, you will:
Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies, including annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, and capital campaigns.
Lead the annual giving program, guide the capital campaign, solicit corporate and foundation proposals, and direct special development events.
Identify and cultivate major donors, building and retaining key donor relationships.
Oversee all aspects of the development program, from fundraising to alumni relations and volunteer coordination.
Collaborate with the admissions office and the marketing and communications team to enhance the school’s visibility and reputation.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree.
Eight-plus years of experience in the nonprofit sector and in fundraising.
Proven success in directly soliciting and closing charitable gifts.
Experience in capital campaign planning and implementation.
Independent school experience preferred.

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