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I Know I Can has a dedicated team working to support students as they plan for life after high school. Whether they’re headed to college, a training program, or straight into the workforce, we’re here to offer guidance, resources, and encouragement along the way.

If you’re passionate about helping young people explore their options and take the next steps, we’d love to have you on board. Check out our open positions below and see if there’s a role that’s a good fit for you.

To apply for one of our open positions: Send your resume and cover letter addressed to Kimberly Scott, Chief Administrative Officer to [email protected].  Please put your desired position in the Subject Line.

Chief Advancement officer

General Position Information:

  • Full-time, Exempt

  • Location: Columbus, OH

  • Salary: $135,000-150,000 commensurate with experience

The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) is a member of the executive leadership team and leads IKIC’s advancement strategy, including philanthropy, corporate and community partnerships, grants, donor engagement, marketing, and communications.

The CAO is a strategic and results-oriented leader who will develop and execute a comprehensive revenue strategy that strengthens and diversifies funding sources to support IKIC’s long-term growth and impact. The CAO oversees a team of four across development and communications and plays a key leadership role in supporting an organization with an annual operating budget exceeding $10 million. This position will also help lead planning and fundraising efforts related to IKIC’s upcoming 40th anniversary campaign.

Position Reports to:

Chief Executive Officer

Key Responsibilities:

Advancement Strategy & Fundraising

  • Lead and implement a comprehensive advancement strategy focused on sustainable revenue growth and diversification
  • Oversee fundraising efforts across individual giving, corporate partnerships, foundation support, grants, sponsorships, and multi-year commitments
  • Cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of major donors and strategic funding partners

  • Partner with executive leadership and board members to support fundraising and community engagement efforts

  • Lead major fundraising campaigns and signature events, including IKIC’s 40th anniversary campaign

Communications & Brand Strategy

  • Oversee organizational communications, marketing, and brand strategy
  • Ensure alignment between fundraising, storytelling, communications, and community partnerships
  • Support development of compelling messaging and materials for donors, partners, and external audiences
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