Strengthen a growing program and advancing a historic institution's philanthropic vision in close partnership with School and Board leadership.

Porter-Gaud School is seeking a Director of Advancement to lead the School's advancement program during an important period of growth and opportunity.

The Director of Advancement will provide hands-on, strategic leadership for a growing advancement office, with responsibility for strengthening performance, clarifying priorities, and deepening a culture of relationship-based philanthropy. Reporting to the Head of School, this leader will work closely with the Board of Trustees, senior administrators, and volunteers to advance institutional fundraising goals and support Porter-Gaud's long-term vision.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for all advancement functions, including major and planned giving, annual giving, alumni and constituent engagement, and advancement services.
• Lead and develop a multi-person advancement team, setting clear goals, expectations, and accountability structures.
• Partner with the Head of School and Board of Trustees on institutional fundraising priorities, including campaign planning and execution.
• Manage a personal portfolio of major and planned gift prospects, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors capable of transformational support.
• Serve as a senior leader within the School, collaborating across departments to support enrollment, communications, and financial sustainability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Minimum six years of relevant experience, including at least four years of professional fundraising experience
• Demonstrated success in major gift cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, including capital and endowment giving
• At least two years of management experience, with the ability to lead, supervise, and hold teams accountable
• Knowledge of independent school advancement best practices and comfort with advancement technology (Raiser's Edge and Google Workspace)

Why Porter-Gaud School?

• A mission-driven Episcopal school with more than 150 years of history and a strong philanthropic tradition.
• A collaborative leadership culture committed to growth, inclusion, and long-term sustainability.
• An exceptional campus and quality of life in Charleston, one of the country's most vibrant coastal cities.

To learn more, apply, or nominate a candidate, please visit: https://lindauerglobal.co/porter-gaud

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