Vice President of Advancement

The Company seeks a Vice President of Advancement to lead philanthropic engagement and fundraising, including major gifts, annual giving, alumni engagement, stewardship, planned giving, and foundation and corporate relations. The role will guide the planning and execution of a comprehensive fundraising campaign, develop strategies to grow philanthropic revenue, and personally cultivate, solicit, and steward major and principal gift prospects. The Vice President will advise senior leadership on fundraising priorities, partner with trustees and volunteer leaders, and promote a culture of philanthropy. Responsibilities also include leading and developing the advancement team, strengthening operations and performance measures, and building relationships with civic, corporate, philanthropic, and community partners. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree; an advanced degree is preferred. At least 10 years of progressively responsible advancement leadership experience is required, preferably in higher education or a complex nonprofit setting. Applicants should demonstrate success securing major and transformational gifts and leading or contributing to a comprehensive fundraising campaign. Strong strategic planning, team leadership, relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills are essential, along with experience engaging trustees, alumni, foundations, corporations, and high-net-worth donors. Familiarity with fundraising databases and donor management systems is required; experience with Raiser's Edge is preferred.