Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement

Position Overview

Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution— we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as "The City of Medicine," NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress. Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work‑life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement. An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight. Visit NCCU.edu.

Employee Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NC State Health Benefits
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11–12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Leadership and Collaboration: Provides vision and leadership in creating Advancement's strategic direction and managing the implementation of plans and programs that enhance fundraising efforts. Develops and implements new strategies to connect with constituencies and strengthen their commitment to the University. Works closely with the Chancellor, associated entities (including the NCCU Foundation and NCCU Alumni Association, Inc.), senior leadership, faculty, and UNC System Advancement shared services to build and strengthen the Office of Institutional Advancement and serves as a key strategist for the University through service on the Chancellor's Cabinet and various committees. Personally solicits high‑net‑worth prospects and develops effective strategy to encourage their giving. Directs the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors.
• Budget Processing and Management: Enhances leadership giving efforts by introducing a structured approach to identify and cultivate prospects, solicit prospects, and follow up with current donors. Represents the University with alumni, friends, volunteers, foundation and business leaders, potential major donors, and other relevant audiences. Oversees the administration of the office including hiring, evaluating, and mentoring staff to build an effective and stable team. Leads and develops a highly effective team of staff members who achieve significant individually quantifiable goals. Creates a tracking system to measure both individual and overall performance. Oversees the development and management of the Advancement Office budget and administrative operations.
• Operations Management: Ensures that all systems and processes—from prospect research to solicitation to gift acceptances and processing—maximize available intelligence via reporting and follow sound budgetary, legal and accountability practices. Ensures ongoing review of policies, procedures, and practices in alignment with industry standards.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong results orientation and a proven track record in setting and achieving ambitious goals. Ability to be a strategic partner with the Chancellor, volunteer leadership, and senior management, while conveying an appreciation for and commitment to NCCU's mission and communicating it effectively. Genuine appreciation for philanthropy in all forms; proven success building relationships with multiple, diverse constituencies.

Minimum Education and Experience

A bachelor's degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred. Significant and progressively responsible development experience, including familiarity with all areas of fundraising—annual giving, major gifts, planned gifts, corporate and foundation giving, capital campaigns, alumni relations, and events. Significant experience linking donor interests to institutional priorities and the ability to link university‑wide issues with fundraising opportunities. Must be a strong manager with experience building, managing, and motivating an engaged and collaborative advancement team. Must have the experience and ability to assess an institution's fundraising efficacy and elevate it to the next level of proficiency and impact.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD‑214 form, or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NG‑23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty should be provided with the application.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks and education/license verification prior to employment.
• North Carolina Central University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot seek recourse beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company‑sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also be administered in accordance with this policy.