Chief Advancement Officer
Company: KIPP Texas
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 6, 2025
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Job Description:
Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018,
we are looking to hire a team of dynamic, collaborative, and
dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child
will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment
to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in
belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate
about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every
child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is
for you!
KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools
that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the
future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We
are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and
190,000 students and alumni.Job DescriptionAbout the RoleThe Chief
Advancement Officer (CAO) is a strategic executive leader
responsible for overseeing all aspects of KIPP Texas's advancement
efforts, including fundraising, advocacy, community partnerships,
marketing, communications, and regional boards. As a key member of
the Executive Leadership Team, the CAO plays a pivotal role in
shaping and executing the organization's long-term vision, ensuring
that KIPP Texas remains financially sustainable, well-positioned in
the education landscape, and deeply engaged with external
stakeholders. Additionally, the CAO will oversee marketing and
communications efforts including brand management, digital
marketing, crisis media, and internal communications.This leader
will drive strategic advancement initiatives that align with KIPP
Texas's mission and multi-year strategic plan, while fostering a
strong internal culture of collaboration and accountability. The
CAO will be a key external representative of the organization,
strengthening relationships with donors, policymakers, community
leaders, and the broader KIPP Texas network. Additionally, the CAO
will mobilize community leaders, including regional boards of
directors, to provide strategic counsel to advance the
organization's goals.The CAO will report directly to the Chief
Executive Officer and oversee a team of senior leaders across
development, advocacy, community partnerships, communications and
marketing, ensuring that these teams work in concert to elevate
KIPP Texas's impact and sustainability.Key
ResponsibilitiesOrganizational LeadershipServe as a member of KIPP
Texas' executive leadership team (Team Texas) and collaborate with
the Chief Executive Officer and other Chiefs to advance the mission
of KIPP Texas.Collaborate with Team Texas to oversee day to day
organizational operations, ensuring fiscal sustainability,
efficiency and excellence.Identify strategic opportunities and
risks, and partner with the Chief Executive Officer and Team Texas
to develop organizational wide solutions.Assist in planning and
implementing organizational change management initiatives.Attend
and participate in internal and external meetings related to KIPP
Texas Public SchoolsServe as a key thought partner to the CEO and
Executive Leadership Team and provide expertise on fundraising,
external positioning, community relations, communications and
marketing.Provide high-level insights and recommendations on
fundraising, advocacy, community partnerships and regional
boards.Engage with the state and regional Boards of Directors to
provide updates on advancement initiatives and mobilize board
members in fundraising, community partnerships, and advocacy
efforts.Foster strong relationships with key external stakeholders,
including donors, policymakers, community leaders, and partner
organizations.Represent KIPP Texas at public events, industry
conferences, and high-profile meetings to elevate the
organization's brand and impact.Oversee the Advancement
DivisionEstablish a vision, direction, and strategy for the
advancement division, comprising fundraising, community
partnerships, advocacy, marketing and communications.Manage a team
of senior leaders overseeing fundraising, community partnerships,
advocacy, and marketing and communications departments.Establish
key performance metrics, ensuring accountability and continuous
improvement across the Advancement Division.Lead, coach, and
develop a high-performing Advancement Team, fostering a culture of
collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth.Provide direct
supervision to senior leaders within the Advancement Team,
supporting their professional development and leadership
effectiveness.Create structures for team learning, professional
development, and performance management to drive results and
innovation.Champion our core values amongst the team, ensuring a
supportive work environment where all team members can thrive.Set
clear expectations, provide regular feedback, and ensure alignment
with KIPP Texas's values and goals.Monitor and evaluate strategic
initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness.Marketing,
Communications, & Brand ManagementDevelop and implement a cohesive
marketing and communications strategy to strengthen brand
awareness, reputation, and engagement.Oversee a comprehensive
internal communications strategy to ensure communication mechanisms
and practices champion KIPP TX mission, model our values, and drive
staff engagement.Ensure effective crisis communication strategies
and media relations.Oversee branding efforts across digital
platforms, social media, print materials, and events.Align
messaging with KIPP Texas's mission and core values, ensuring
consistent and impactful storytelling.Collaborate with operations
and talent divisions to align communication messages to family and
employee value propositions through comprehensive marketing
initiatives.Act as a strategic partner to student enrollment, staff
recruitment and development to support functional marketing
initiatives, programs, and projects.Lead and execute a multi-year
comprehensive development strategy focused on ensuring the
long-term health of KIPP TX's fundraising program.Annually raise
$12M+ in critical funds through individuals, foundations,
corporations, and government sources.Oversee capital campaigns,
annual fundraising efforts, special initiatives and events to meet
and exceed revenue goals.Manage, refine, and redesign development
and stewardship events that reflect the needs and fundraising
profiles of all regions across the state.Cultivate and steward
relationships with high-impact donors at all existing and potential
new regions, ensuring alignment with KIPP Texas's priorities.Engage
the Board in fundraising strategy, supporting their efforts to
expand and diversify funding sources.Oversee the creation of
compelling donor communications, grant proposals, and stewardship
materials.External Relations, Advocacy, & Community
PartnershipsLead KIPP Texas's advocacy efforts at the local, state,
and federal levels to advance policies that support KIPP Texas'
mission and charter school sustainability.Build and maintain
relationships with elected officials, community leaders, and
education policy organizations.Develop and oversee community
engagement initiatives, empowering KIPP families, staff, and
stakeholders to advocate for high-quality public education.Ensure
KIPP Texas leaders and stakeholders remain informed on legislative
developments affecting charter schools and public education
funding.Develop and manage strategic partnerships with community
organizations, businesses, and local leaders to enhance the
school's impact and resources.Work collaboratively with the CEO and
leadership team to develop and implement communication strategies
that enhance the school's reputation.QualificationsEducation &
Experience10+ years of organizational leadership with executive
level experience in fundraising, external relations, advocacy or a
related field.Proven track record of securing significant
philanthropic investments, leading large-scale fundraising
campaigns, and cultivating high-net-worth donors.Experience in
nonprofit management, education, or advocacy preferred.Experience
influencing policy and advocacy efforts at the local and state
level.Experience leading marketing and communications
efforts.Knowledge of Texas public education policies and the
charter school landscape is a plus.Exceptional executive leadership
presence with the ability to inspire trust and confidence, and
demonstrate courage and composure, especially under pressure.Strong
systems level thinking and problem solving skills.Excellent
collaboration skills with the ability and comfort to lead work
across an organization.Skilled at balancing day to day operations,
driving innovation and change, and managing the long-term health
and sustainability of the organization.Exceptional
relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the
ability to cultivate trust and credibility with internal and
external partners.Strategic and innovative thinker with a
data-driven approach to decision-making, able to analyze complex
issues and develop actionable solutions.Excellent verbal and
written communication skills, including public speaking,
negotiation, and persuasive storytelling.Ability to lead and manage
a high-performing team of senior leaders while fostering a
collaborative and results-driven culture.Financial acumen,
including experience managing budgets, financial forecasting, and
aligning financial strategies with organizational goals.Ability to
navigate a complex, multi-stakeholder environment and drive
consensus among diverse groups.High level of integrity,
accountability, and commitment to KIPP TX' mission.Proficiency with
CRM systems, donor management tools, and data analytics platforms
to support fundraising and stakeholder engagement.Additional
InformationWhat We Bring to the TableThe salary range for this
position is $200,000-$250,000 and is commensurate with experience
and internal-equity.Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off
(PTO) policies.Paid family leave.Comprehensive medical, dental, and
vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their
families, inclusive of virtual physician visits. High deductible
health plan with HSA also offered.Employee assistance
programs.Participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
(TRS).457 Roth retirement plan option with KIPP matching
contribution up to $1,200 a year. 403b plans also supported.KIPP
also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans,
LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability
insurance.Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.Physical
RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative
of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
functions.Considerable time spent at a desk using a
computer/laptop.Attending conferences or training sessions.Location
& TravelThis role may be based in Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth,
Houston, or San Antonio;On Site - working from a KIPP Texas region
office or in the field Monday through Friday;Regular travel
required between KIPP Texas regions and occasional national
travel.KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all
applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire
without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national
origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran
status, or disability.
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