Opportunity Details
The client is seeking a dynamic and experienced fundraising leader to serve as Associate Vice Chancellor for Development at a pivotal moment in its growth. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement, this seasoned advancement professional will have a strong understanding of public higher education and comprehensive fundraising operations. The role involves providing strategic leadership and oversight for central fundraising programs, including annual giving, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, major gifts, and various development programs, while collaborating closely with the Vice Chancellor to enhance and expand overall advancement efforts.
The Associate Vice Chancellor will lead strategic fundraising initiatives to advance the mission and goals of the institution. The individual will serve as a frontline fundraiser and mentor, managing key donor relationships, securing major gifts, and coaching development staff to achieve ambitious fundraising targets. In addition to establishing performance metrics and implementing best-practice fundraising strategies across various programs, the role requires evaluating program effectiveness and driving operational improvements. This role involves guiding a high-performing development team to foster a university-wide culture of philanthropy.
Opportunities within this position include harnessing the potential of a passionate alumni community to increase philanthropic engagement and alumni participation in giving. The role promises the chance to build and lead a high-performing advancement team through a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. The ideal candidate will possess a masterﾒs degree and at least five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a well-established development program, along with success in managing and motivating teams within a collaborative environment. The candidate should demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills and a willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed.