Job Description

Vice President of University Advancement

About the Company

Well-known public research university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1809

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Colleges and Universities
• Education
• Higher Education

Specialties

• startup
• social entrepreneurship
• corporate venturing
• creativity
• venture capital
• technology commercialization
• innovation
• and higher education

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Vice President for University Advancement to spearhead its fundraising and alumni relations initiatives. The successful candidate will be a strategic and innovative leader, responsible for providing a clear vision and leadership to enhance the institution's image and philanthropic capacity. This role involves close collaboration with the President, Deans, senior staff, faculty, and key stakeholders to strengthen a culture of philanthropy and ensure the growth of the University's overall philanthropic efforts. The Vice President will also serve as a vital member of the President's Executive Cabinet, engaging with a diverse community that includes alumni, supporters, students, and staff. Applicants for the Vice President for University Advancement position at the company should be seasoned development professionals with a proven track record in fundraising and alumni relations. The role requires a candidate who is capable of articulating the case for support, is data-driven, and can leverage existing philanthropic strengths to expand the donor pool. The ideal candidate will be a persuasive communicator, an excellent team player, and a creative thinker, eager to work collaboratively with the institution's leadership. This is a unique opportunity to join a nationally recognized, student-centered public university and play a key role in its growth and evolution.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration
• Non-Profit Management

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