Director of Advancement
An Extraordinary Opportunity
High in the Himalayan foothills of northern India stands Woodstock School, one of Asia’s oldest and most distinctive international boarding schools.
For more than 170 years, Woodstock has been committed to educating the whole person through a vibrant combination of academic excellence, residential life, character formation, leadership development, service and global citizenship. As the School approaches its 175th anniversary, it has an exciting opportunity to build on this legacy, deepen its relationships with its global community and strengthen the philanthropic support that will help shape its future.
Woodstock seeks an experienced and entrepreneurial leader to serve as its next Director of Advancement, providing strategic leadership for alumni and community engagement, fundraising, donor development, stewardship and external relations. Working closely with the Principal, Board, senior leadership and volunteers, the Director will help cultivate meaningful relationships with alumni, parents, former parents, foundations, grantors and friends of the School, building a strong and sustainable advancement programme.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a relationship-focused leader to connect people with Woodstock’s mission, inspire a culture of philanthropy and help ensure that the School’s distinctive educational experience continues to flourish for generations to come. Woodstock School seeks an experienced and entrepreneurial Director of Advancement to build and lead the next phase of the School’s Advancement program.
For full details about the role, including the position overview, key responsibilities, qualifications and appointment details, please download the Position Profile here.
Candidates are invited to submit:
• A letter of interest describing your interest in the role and alignment with Woodstock’s mission
• A current curriculum vitae or résumé
• A statement of educational leadership philosophy
• Contact information for three professional references
Applications should be submitted here: Woodstock School Careers | Current Vacancies.
For inquiries about the position or application process, please contact us at: DirectorHR@woodstock.ac.in
Preferred Start Date: February 1, 2027. Flexible for the right candidate.
Woodstock is undertaking an exciting period of strategic transformation, marked by organizational restructuring and a significant opportunity to redesign and enhance the school’s educational experience. To support this vision, several new leadership positions have been created, which will bring together a newly formed team charged with shaping the future of the school. For leaders who are energised by innovation, collaboration, and meaningful impact, this is a rare chance to help define a bold future for Woodstock in one of the world’s most remarkable educational settings.
