Vice President for Advancement

Vice President for Advancement

About the Company

Top-ranked private health sciences university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1977

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Education

Specialties

• osteopathic medicine
• graduate nursing
• pharmacy
• veterinary medicine
• physical therapy
• physician assistant education
• dental medicine
• optometry
• podiatric medicine
• biomedical sciences
• health science education
• pharmaceutical sciences
• and health sciences

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President for Advancement to join their team. The successful candidate will be a key leader in shaping strategic fundraising decisions and will have administrative oversight of major gifts, planned giving, and corporate and foundation fundraising. This role requires a proven track record in closing major and principal gifts, maintaining a rigorous moves management process, and a high level of activity. The VP will be responsible for leading a team, setting and achieving ambitious fundraising goals, and ensuring that all fundraising efforts are aligned with the institution's priorities and campaign goals. Candidates for the Vice President for Advancement position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and 8-10+ years of progressive fundraising experience in a complex nonprofit setting. Essential skills include major gift mastery, strategic fundraising, comprehensive advancement knowledge, and advanced communication. The role also demands strong leadership, collaboration, and the ability to engage diverse donor communities with cultural competence. The VP will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to the values of the institution, including humanism, and to foster a culture of innovation, courage, and passion. Responsibilities include staff management, volunteer recruitment, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards and relevant regulations.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration