CHIEF ADVANCEMENT OFFICER, Exempt, Full Time, Annual Salary $125,000.00

CHIEF ADVANCEMENT OFFICER, Exempt, Full Time, Annual Salary $125,000.00

We Are Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. For over 110 years, through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends. Backed by trusted adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts leads the way in helping girls find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them.

Girl Scouts of Central Indiana embraces an inclusive culture. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion across all identities. We are committed to continual learning and to a culture of safety and well-being in which individuality is celebrated and everyone is valued and respected. Everyone is welcome to bring their authentic selves into our space.

What You Will Do

• Help set the direction for the council’s advancement strategy to secure sustained income growth and long-term organizational longevity.


• Report to the CEO and collaborate to define the organization’s vision for advancement, monitoring development activities and ensuring a strong donor pipeline.


• Lead the Fund Development team, oversee the donor portfolio, and drive data-informed strategies to grow developed income.


• Lead a balanced funding mix across events-based fundraising, individual donors, foundations, and corporate giving; set and implement annual fundraising goals and manage the revenue and expense budgets.


• Manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects and model highest standards of development practice across the council.


• Establish performance metrics and coordinate with the fund development team to monitor progress and outcomes.


• Foster collaboration across functions to operationalize the strategic plan and annual goals.


• Lead Planned Giving and Grants; develop annual plans to support revenue goals and ensure policies and procedures are followed.


• Develop knowledge of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to articulate the organization’s virtues to stakeholders.


• Provide leadership to the board Fund Development Committee and work with the committee chair to maximize board involvement in fundraising activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Fund Development, Public Relations, or Marketing.


• At least 10 years of direct development experience, including donor engagement, individual gifts, grant management, and related functions.


• Technical skills in fundraising, grant and proposal development, communications, and related fields.


• Public Relations experience preferred.


• Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds; strong leadership and enthusiasm for fundraising and public relations.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Must hold or obtain Girl Scout membership and subscribe to the Girl Scout Promise and Law.


• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities, working independently and managing time effectively.


• Budget development, management, and analysis skills.


• Current valid driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance, and ability to travel within the council service area; able to work evenings and weekends as needed.


• Must complete and pass a criminal background check.

Core Competencies

• Oral and written communication; ability to present clearly and to work with diverse groups.


• Project management; ability to coordinate multiple projects and manage priorities.


• Information management; proficient with databases and relevant software; maintain accurate donor records.


• Judgment and decision-making; ability to make timely and informed decisions.


• Self-management; ability to work independently and pursue development opportunities.


• Fostering diversity; commitment to inclusive practices and removing barriers to participation.


• Networking; ability to build relationships with Board, committees, and external partners.

Supervisory Competencies

• Leadership; motivates and guides teams and drives organizational goals.


• Management; ensures resources and support to achieve objectives.


• Interpersonal relations; builds positive relationships across all levels.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods; operate a computer and related equipment.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Executive


• Employment type: Full-time


• Job function: Other


• Industries: Non-profit Organizations

All employees of the Girl Scouts of Central Indiana are responsible not only to the position but also to the duties and responsibilities that all employees share.

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