The National Defense University Foundation (NDU Foundation) secures funding and resources to support the academic and professional development programs for senior military and diplomatic leaders attending the National Defense University. NDU Foundation drives vital support and resources to National Defense University for the sole purpose of ensuring NDU remains a world-class university offering a best-in-class approach to senior leader development for the nation and our allies.

The Chief Advancement Officer is an integral part of the National Defense University Foundation senior leadership team and is responsible for all aspects of fundraising and donor relations. NDU Foundation is looking for a strategic and relationship focused CAO to help grow and diversify the Foundation’s funding sources. The ideal candidate for the CAO role will have demonstrated experience cultivating major gifts from individual and institutional donors. The CAO should have interest in national security and advanced education and demonstrate passion for telling both the University’s and Foundation’s story to both new and existing donors.