What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Advancement 2026-2027 position at Porter-Gaud School?
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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