Vice President for Advancement

The Company seeks a Vice President for Advancement to lead its fundraising strategy and advancement operations. The role includes planning and executing a comprehensive campaign, growing major and principal gifts, strengthening donor cultivation and stewardship, and expanding alumni and community engagement. The Vice President will personally manage a portfolio of high-level prospects, advise senior leadership on fundraising, and partner with trustees, volunteers, faculty, and other stakeholders. Responsibilities also include leading and developing the advancement team, setting measurable goals, overseeing budgets and systems, and building a collaborative, results-oriented operation. Candidates should bring a bachelor’s degree and at least ten years of progressively responsible fundraising and management experience, preferably in higher education. Required qualifications include a record of securing significant gifts, leading comprehensive campaigns, growing advancement programs, and recruiting, motivating, and developing staff. Strong strategic, financial, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential, along with sound judgment and the ability to engage senior stakeholders and volunteers. The successful candidate will demonstrate integrity, adaptability, and a commitment to inclusive leadership and the organization’s mission and values.